Celtics star Kevin Garnett gets China shoe deal

Boston Celtics’ forward Kevin Garnett was to sign a sneaker contract with Chinese brand Anta this weekend, according to sources of the NBA China. An official with anonymity told Xinhua Thursday that the All-Star player had reached an agreement with Anta, but would not announce it until Garnett’s contract with Adidas expires at end of the month. The Anta company has confirmed to hold a press conference on Sunday in Beijing. — XinHuanet.com