KG salutes Boston, calls 2008 "infinite"

KG salutes fans in what may be his final game in Boston (Photo courtesy Yahoo Sports)

In pregame introductions cheers rained down over old friend Kevin Garnett. After contributing a 6 point, 4 rebound effort in the win, Garnett spoke with Jessica Camerato. If KG's appreciation wasn't evident from his crowd salute, it was in his words:

Kevin Garnett on Boston: "Winning is infinite and I've always had that special relationship with this city." #Celtics
— Jessica Camerato (@JCameratoNBA) December 26, 2014

KG on no one left on Celtics from 08 title team: "I've been getting a bunch of rest in peace texts and stuff so I had to change my number."
— Jessica Camerato (@JCameratoNBA) December 26, 2014

One more KG quote bc this sums him up so well. On 2008 team: "We're infinite. Once you win once, you win forever." #Celtics
— Jessica Camerato (@JCameratoNBA) December 26, 2014

Though Garnett remains undecided on retirement, Celtics coach Brad Stevens gave his two cents on the matter:

Stevens on KG: "He looks like he has too much energy to retire. The passion that he brings to the game is top notch."
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) December 26, 2014

Sure, Garnett's caliber of play has dipped since being sent to Brooklyn, but there is little doubt his leadership and intensity alone wouldn't be coveted by many teams if he chose to play another season. On the other hand, if this was Garnett's final game in Boston, the mutual respect was quite clear. And it should be.

Celtics fans wouldn't have it any other way.