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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – FEBRUARY 14: Kevin Garnett, a finalist for the 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, speaks during a ceremony announcing the finalists at the United Center on February 14, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Instagram Threads has caught the attention of millions of people all over the world. With its easy-to-use interface and cutting-edge features, Threads has seen an incredible rise in fame, with more than 100 million downloads in a record amount of time. But the app’s popularity has gone through the roof since well-known NBA icons like Shaquille O’Neal and Kevin Garnett got involved. The Boston Celtics legend recently used the app to connect with his followers and ask them a thought-provoking question.
Let’s dive deeper into what the former MVP asked.
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Kevin Garnett’s Thread Engagement
Kevin Garnett hopped on Threads and posted a question. “How y’all liking this Thread thing? You guys feeling it or what? Is it working for ya?”, asked the Celtics great. Fans answered right away with excitement in the comments section, telling him how much they loved the app and were glad he was there. Fans loved how addictive and real Threads was.

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Boston, MassachusettesJune 17, 2008 Celtics Kevin Garnett celebrates the championship against the Lakers in Game 6 of the NBA Finals at the TD Banknorth Center Tuesday. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
One fan commented, “When KG shows up, we’re absolutely feeling it.” Similar to this fan, others were excited about the app as well. “I dig it. Quick and easy to create and consume content,” answered another fan.
The app is getting more and more famous, which is shown by the many positive comments and the fact that well-known people like Garnett are using it. KG isn’t the only legendary big man making a big impact on the app though.
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One of the most prominent names to embrace the addictive nature of Threads is none other than Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal.
Shaq’s Captivating Presence: Embracing the Addictive Power of Threads
With his boundless energy and charismatic personality, Shaq has quickly become a force to be reckoned with on Threads, captivating his followers with a diverse range of posts. Whether he’s promoting a fundraiser concert for Sheriff Reginald Scandrett, or sharing the matchup between his former teams, Shaq is entertaining the masses.
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Shaq’s prolific presence on the platform has garnered him over 1.5 million followers on his account within a few days, and an additional 44,000 followers on his DJ account. This exceptional growth and engagement highlight the allure and addictive nature of Threads, as celebrities like Shaquille O’Neal harness its power to connect with their fans in a more personal and captivating manner.
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