"The Celtics were outscored 16-0 to end the game, but all anyone could discuss afterwards was the controversial trade that sent popular and valuable center Kendrick Perkins and backup guard Nate Robinson to Oklahoma City for forward Jeff Green, center Nenad Krstic and a No. 1 draft pick in 2012.

"Tough day to play basketball," Garnett said. "Very tough day to play basketball, to even concentrate, being bluntly honest. It's not even about a teammate. You felt like you lost a family member today. Tough day."

Garnett said the team will have to move on.

"We have no choice," he said. "I think both parties have to. Perk, he's going to have to on and get over it and obviously adapt to his new surroundings, his new situation and us too. Jeff and the guys come in tomorrow and the chemistry starts there.""