Your Daily Kevin Garnett Update

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By: Greg Payne

Did the pros know I've been wanting to know more about Kevin Garnett's status? I've been asking for some Garnett-related news and not only do I receive a Paul Pierce interview courtesy of Celtics.com, in which he specifically mentions KG, but now Marc Spears has obliged with a more complete report on the Big Ticket's progress:

Kevin Garnett(notes) continues to make progress in his recovery from knee surgery, and the Boston Celtics hope their All-Star forward will be cleared for full-court scrimmaging by the start of training camp.

Garnett began working out at the Celtics’ practice facility on Monday. For now, he is limited to participating in court drills that include shooting and running. He could be cleared for contact as early as the week before camp.

Celtics general manager Danny Ainge said the team continues to be cautious with Garnett, who missed the playoffs with a right knee injury that eventually required surgery on May 26.

“We’re looking for him to be there at the end of the season, not just the start of the season,” Ainge said. “We’re getting him ready for training camp and looking forward to him being healthy in the playoffs. He looks good. Really good.”

Phew. Sure, he's not where we want him to be RIGHT now, but all signs appear to be pointing towards a full recovery.