Kevin Garnett took advantage of everyone's focus on the Olympics to create big news secretly.
Since Yao Ming and Wade are both under rookie contracts, the Knicks have considerable salary space and can afford any top-earning player.
The problem is how to attract Kevin Garnett to join.
Wade and Yao Ming are both participating in the Olympics and can't come forward to recruit him. The Knicks' management had to step up themselves, taking Garnett around New York, painting a picture with its unique business environment, and showcasing the enthusiasm of New York fans. It's basically reapplying the previous recruiting of Roger but on a smaller scale.
But Kevin Garnett is still somewhat hesitant; he doesn't know if he should really leave the Timberwolves.
He played nine seasons in Minneapolis, becoming a star and an idol revered by local fans. From a young high schooler, he became the leader of the wolf pack.
