Soccer Legend Ronaldinho, Whose Lionel Messi Prediction Once Left Kobe Bryant Stunned, Grabs NBA Champion Kevin Garnett’s Attention With Viral Clip

Timberwolves and Celtics legend, Kevin Garnett is in complete awe of Ronaldinho. The 15-time all-star claimed on social media that he can admire the Brazilian’s dribbling ability all day. Garnett took to Instagram where he shared a reel to commemorate the outrageous skillset of the forward. The former MVP seems to have great respect for Ronaldinho Gaúcho.

The 6-foot-11 power forward is a well-renowned soccer fan in the basketball community. Let’s look at Garnett’s love for the sport!

Total admiration for soccer legend and the sport

Kevin ‘The Kid’ Garnett shared a viral clip of Ronaldinho being a complete nightmare for opposition defenders. Brazil’s world cup winner is till-date considered a magician with the ball at his feet. In the reel, Ronaldinho is seen gliding across the 90 yards of the soccer field as effortlessly as a kid on a water slide. Garnett shared it on his Instagram story, and mentioned alongside the clip that he “could watch this all day”. 

Kevin Garnett has been following the sport of soccer religiously ever since his departure from the Minnesota Timberwolves. He credits one of his former teammates, Marko Jaric for helping him develop such a keen interest in the sport. In 2014, Garnett had the privilege to visit Stamford Bridge, the home ground of the Premier League side Chelsea.

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Fast forward to four years later, the 47-year-old bought a share in the Italian Serie-A side AS Roma.

Ronaldinho Might Be A Fortuneteller

The Brazilian Maestro shared a special bond with the Lakers star, Kobe Bryant. Mamba and Ronaldinho were two of the greatest in their respective sports. However, they both also shared a keen interest in mentoring the next generation.

Ronaldinho, once on his pre-season tour to the US, revealed to Kobe how he believes this 17-year-old kid, Lionel Messi, could be the greatest soccer player of all time.

The statement made left the 18-time all-star in complete shambles as he believed Ronaldinho to be the greatest talent in soccer.

The claims in the end proved to be fruitful, ass we all are aware of the achievements and extraterrestrial abilities that Leo Messi possesses.

Ronaldinho was a threat even to the most stubborn defenses in soccer. His unique skillset and majestic control got ample recognition around the world. But perhaps his abilities to foresee the future will remain underrated for the time being.

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