Garnett Welcomes the 'Jungle'
Published 6/17/2008 by Michael Lee at Wash Post NBA
Kevin Garnett looks to refute his reputation as a player allergic to clutch performances and end the Celtics 22-year title drought when the NBA Finals return to Boston.
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