Participated in 50 games, averaging 17 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.5 blocks, similar to his sophomore and junior year stats, though the efficiency is entirely different; back then, he played 39 minutes per game.
According to Lakers trainer Gary Vitti, Garnett expended too much energy during his time with the Timberwolves, averaging over 38 minutes per game for 11 consecutive years, with a very high attendance rate of over 92%, posing significant injury risks. Thus, the Zen Master made such adjustments to Garnett's playing time to minimize injury risks.
This is consistent with Zhang Yang's understanding of the Zen Master, who, whatever else may be said about him, is quite adept at protecting the players' health.
