“I think it’ll be cool. One of the perks of being a champion is going to the White House. You see most of the former teams attend, so we’ll have that moment and take pictures and videos. It’s something that’ll last a lifetime.” Jayson Tatum said, describing his excitement ahead of the White House visit. In just less than two months before Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the Boston Celtics visit Washington, D.C., to celebrate their 2024 NBA Championship.

After 16 years since their last visit, following the Celtics’ 2008 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, they returned. President George W. Bush celebrated them, marking one of many moments when the team has been honored in the nation’s capital. The Celtics’ return highlights their remarkable success and the long-standing tradition of championship teams visiting the White House.

The Celtics’ won their 18th NBA title, securing after a dominant win over the Dallas Mavericks, marks a new chapter in the team’s legacy. As they prepare to meet with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamal Harris, this visit is infused with meaning, as it coincides with the current administration’s historic leadership. The team shared on X, that Biden and Harris, will be honored during this visit with the Celtics presenting both with a custom jersey reading “Harris 18” and “Biden 46”.

While some Celtics players, like Al Horford, have visited the White House before as part of previous championship teams, this will be a first for many of the current roster. It’s a chance for them to reflect on the importance of the moment and the intersection of their success with the country’s evolving political landscape. However, do you know Harris was always a basketball fan?

Is Kamala Harris an NBA Fan?

It’s no secret that VP Kamala Harris loves basketball. People who know her know that she’s a Golden State Warriors fanatic. Remember when she visited the U.S. Olympic team practice session? Who can forget it, right? The fan girl’s enthusiasm was fully displayed when she visited the U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team’s practice in Las Vegas, offering an encouraging message: “Bring back the gold.”

The Vice President took time to chat with the players, including LeBron James and posed for a group photo. Her message was clear: “You represent the best of the best,” Harris told the team. “You are ambassadors for who we are as a country.”

Known for being a Warriors fan, Harris has long supported the team, which includes coach Steve Kerr and star player Stephen Curry. Her presence at the Olympic training camp was a testament to her deep appreciation for basketball, as she addressed the players with words of inspiration. Kerr recalled her words of admiration as he said, “It’s a great reminder of the fact that we’re playing for our country. She told the guys how much she admired them, how much they really embody excellence.”

Her presence at the practice underscored not only her love for the game but also her belief in the power of sports to unite and inspire. This connection between Harris and the NBA reflects her broader commitment to excellence and leadership, making her an ideal figure to be honored by the Celtics during their historic White House visit.