“Celtics Unveil 2024 Championship Rings: The Surprising Moments That Left Fans Breathless!”
On a night bursting with celebration and nostalgia, the Boston Celtics stepped onto the court in their championship attire, immersing themselves in the pulsating rhythm of Drake and Future’s “Big Rings.” As they prepared for their much-anticipated season opener, the atmosphere in TD Garden was electric, echoing the euphoria of last season’s triumph. Head coach Joe Mazzulla, with a mix of humor and disbelief, marveled at the sheer size of the team’s 2024 NBA championship rings, pondering, “Why is it so big? I’m never going to wear it.” Yet, the magnitude of the moment transcended bling; it was about celebrating a hard-fought legacy and recognizing the bittersweet journey that led them to this achievement. With a heartfelt video tribute showcasing their path to glory and the unveiling of Banner 18, emotions ran high among the players and fans alike. Jaylen Brown captured the essence of victory when he stated that the ring “represents” everything from hardship to dedication. Join us as we delve into the joyous reactions, memorable moments, and the unyielding spirit of the Celtics as they embraced their championship legacy. LEARN MORE.
“Um, no,” Horford answered with a laugh. “Honestly, I was just very surprised by the size of that ring. The thing was that I dislocated my finger during the playoffs and it was super swollen, so when I took the measurements, I got it way bigger than it’s supposed to be. So right now, I can’t even wear it because the swelling came down on it, and it’s just huge.After watching an emotional video montage that recapped Boston’s long journey to its 18th title, Mazzulla and his players were introduced one by one to collect their oversized rings. To cap off the ceremony, they raised Banner 18 into the rafters in front of a gleeful Garden crowd.With last season’s triumph officially behind them, the Celtics will continue their quest for Banner 19 when they visit the Washington Wizards on Thursday. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET with coverage on NBC Sports Boston starting at 6 p.m. with Celtics Pregame Live.”That ring is just an object, right? But it’s everything – the emotions, the heartbreak, the embarrassment, the work, the drive, the dedication. Like, that’s what the ring represents,” Brown said. “That’s what was going through my mind, and it was an amazing feeling.”Despite the ring-size jokes, it was clear that Tuesday’s events moved Mazzulla, Horford, and all those who contributed to the 2023-24 Celtics’ success. They watched intently as their journey to a championship was displayed on the video board. They were awestruck as C’s legends Bob Cousy, Cedric Maxwell, Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen presented them with the Larry O’Brien Trophy.”I just kept talking to KP (Kristaps Porzingis) and the guys like, ‘Man, this thing is just enormous.’ I just kept looking at the size of the ring and the detail on it. They really did a great job.”No one has had a longer journey than veteran big man Al Horford. The 38-year-old finally earned his first NBA title in his 16th season.There will be no justice in this world until Al Horford’s Championship ring gets resized 😩 😅 pic.twitter.com/VZxEleGHLPHow Celtics reacted to receiving 2024 NBA championship rings originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston“I got it way bigger than it’s supposed to be. I can’t even wear it.”
Did he, like Brown, experience flashbacks of his career while receiving his ring?“It’s something I’ve been dreaming about for a very long time,” the Celtics superstar said. “A moment that I’ve looked forward to since I’ve gotten to the league. I’ve been very, very close to winning a championship and falling short, so to finally get over that hump and finally be a part of an Opening Night ring ceremony… it was just a wow moment. I’m a part of history and it was worth the wait.””Me, JT (Jayson Tatum), and Al were just standing together and I could feel it,” Brown said. “When we won it, I was in shock. But today, all the emotions kind of settled in. Like, we did it. We did something spectacular.
BOSTON — Donning their championship jackets, the Boston Celtics warmed up to Drake and Future’s “Big Rings” before Tuesday’s season opener. The DJ at TD Garden couldn’t have picked a more fitting song for the occasion.The ring must have fit Jayson Tatum, because he joined Brown in explaining what it meant to him.Finals MVP Jaylen Brown couldn’t hide his excitement upon being presented with his championship ring. Perhaps he too was caught off guard by its size, but he spoke after the Celtics’ victory about the ring symbolizing the ups and downs of his NBA journey.“This thing’s too big,” C’s head coach Joe Mazzulla said of the 2024 NBA championship ring after his team’s 132-109 win over the New York Knicks. “Why is it so big? I’m never going to wear it. I was more fascinated by the banner.”— Celtics on NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSCeltics) October 23, 2024“Regardless of what everybody’s got to say, my name alongside my teammates’ is going to be etched down in Celtics history.”
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