Kevin Garnett and his girlfriend were reportedly involved in a heated argument recently that resulted in police being called.
According to a report from TMZ, Garnett’s girlfriend Teare Candelier called 911 just before 2 a.m. on April 27 to report that she and Garnett had been involved in a confrontation at their Los Angeles-area residence. Garnett had left the home by the time police arrived, but a report was taken. Candelier was asked if she needed medical assistance but told police she did not.
Sources familiar with the situation told TMZ that Garnett moved Candelier out of a doorway while the former NBA star was trying to leave so the situation would not escalate further. The dispute did not become physical other than that, and both Garnett and Candelier have since said they regret the way it was handled.
Garnett, 48, and Candelier released a joint statement on Sunday addressing the incident.
“We deeply regret that a personal disagreement escalated and inappropriately involved authorities,” the couple said. “It was never our intention to involve others in a moment that should have remained private. Like most couples, we have disagreements, but our commitment to each other remains strong, and we move forward with renewed respect, understanding, and love.”
A 15-time NBA All-Star, Garnett was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2020. He is widely viewed as one of the best players of all time.
Garnett spent the majority of his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves from 1995-2007. He was then traded to the Boston Celtics in a blockbuster deal and immediately helped the team win an NBA title. Garnett also spent a brief period with the Brooklyn Nets before finishing his career where it started in Minnesota.
Garnett had a falling out with the Timberwolves at one point, but it appears as though those issues have been resolved.
