BetMGM names NBA legend Kevin Garnett as brand ambassador
The former player will be featured in marketing campaigns, sports betting promotions and special events.
US.- NBA legend Kevin Garnett has joined BetMGM as the sportsbook’s brand ambassador. He will be featured in BetMGM’s marketing campaigns, sports betting promotions, fan events and social media content.
In 21 NBA seasons, Garnett played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets. He made the All-Star team 15 times and was named Most Valuable Player in 2004. In 2008, he won the NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics.
Recently, the Hall of Famer co-founded Gaming Society, a gaming and content platform focusing on diversity and inclusion.
Matt Prevost, chief revenue officer at BetMGM, said: “Kevin Garnett brings a unique energy to everything he does, on and off the court. As the basketball season tips off, we look forward to welcoming Kevin to the BetMGM family and working with him on a variety of fan-focused promotions.”
Kevin Garnett commented: “I’m thrilled to be working with BetMGM to share their insights with my fans. It’s a natural fit for both myself and BetMGM given our mutual desire to stay on top of the ever-changing sports business landscape.”
Garnett joins other athletes and celebrities as BetMGM brand ambassadors, such as hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, the NFL’s Marshawn Lynch, MMA personality Ariel Helwani, and movie star Jamie Foxx.
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