Well, they call themselves WARRIORS, but, really, they're ball handlers, albeit, good ones. Or great ones. President Obama welcomed the Golden State Warriors basketball team to the White House today. Making time out of his usual hectic day to honor the accomplishments of these young men meant quite a bit to them, their fans, the NBA, and all sports enthusiasts.
The President seemed relaxed, enjoying the moment. For somebody who has played a little basketball, he can appreciate the exceptional talent that joined him in celebration. It had been 40 years since the Warriors finished at the top of the NBA, and the long drought underscores the difficulty not only of winning but also of repeating the feat.
Pres. Obama pointed out the singular efforts of Steph Curry, the league's Most Valuable Player in 2015. He noted that just last night, Mr. Curry scored 51 points and that included 11-3 point shots. He went through the roster, mentioning each player and adding an anecdote or 2. His light-hearted banter was warmly received and his special guests will long remember their visit to the House at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
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