The Golden State Warriors made their triumphant return to President Biden‘s White House Tuesday — after twice spurning President Trump — the place they celebrated successful the NBA title final summer season.
The Dubs have been in D.C. to play the hometown Wizards Monday night time on the Capital One Arena … earlier than pulling up on #46 Tuesday afternoon to commemorate their fourth championship in eight years. The Warriors beat the Celtics in 6 video games throughout the 2022 NBA Finals.
Of course, it is the primary time Curry and the Warriors have been again to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue since Barack Obama was president. The crew publicly feuded with Trump after their championships in 2017 and 2018.
Despite it being a convention to go to the W.H., the Warriors spurned Trump, refusing to go to the White House. Trump additionally disinvited the crew.
Vice President Kamala Harris, a Warriors fan, opened issues up … recalling when the crew gifted her a customized #49 jersey, in honor of her turning into the forty ninth VP in U.S. historical past.
Harris then launched POTUS, who raved in regards to the franchise’s success … led by Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, and head coach Steve Kerr.
Speaking of Steph … the reigning NBA Finals MVP mentioned a couple of phrases, too — earlier than presenting Biden and Harris with a signature #46 and #1 Warriors jersey.
Curry and Biden stood facet by facet, posing for images with the jerseys … as photographers snapped pics of the 2 as the opposite gamers, coaches and executives stood within the background.
Biden advised the Dubs they’re all the time welcome in his W.H. If they hope to return again, the crew has some work to do. They’re at the moment sitting within the 7 slot within the Western Conference … with a even 22-22 file on the season.
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