Celtics Celebrate 2024 Championship with Rings and Banner Raising

The Boston Celtics made a big splash at the start of the NBA season by celebrating their 18th championship. Before their first game of the season against the New York Knicks, the Celtics raised their championship banner and unveiled their 2024 title rings at TD Garden.

The Championship Rings

         

The new championship rings are quite impressive. Each ring features 15 carats of white diamonds. Inside the rings, there are engravings that detail the Celtics' journey through the playoffs, highlighting their matchups against the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers, and Dallas Mavericks. The years of the Celtics' previous 17 championships are etched around the edges, showcasing their long history of success.

On one side of the ring, you’ll find the player’s name and number along with the slogan "Whatever it takes." The other side displays the prestigious Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy, the year 2024, and the Celtics’ impressive overall record of 80 wins and 21 losses for that season.

What makes these rings even more special is their removable top, which has a piece of the Celtics' home parquet floor embedded in it. This piece represents the team's connection to their home court. The top also features the final score from the Celtics' title-winning game against the Dallas Mavericks on June 17. Beneath this top, there's a miniature version of the championship banner surrounded by the jersey numbers of each player on the team.

The Celebration Ceremony

The ceremony kicked off with a tribute video that highlighted the journey of the championship team. It focused on key players like Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, who were both picked as No. 3 overall in the NBA Draft in consecutive years, 2016 and 2017. 

As part of the celebration, players arrived in stylish championship jackets, each adorned with 18 trophies on the right sleeve. When it was time to receive the rings, excitement filled the air. 

After the players received their rings, Jayson Tatum took the microphone to address the crowd. "Let's enjoy this moment together. I can honestly say, to the best fans in the world—let's do it again," he said, rallying the fans for the season ahead. Tatum then started the regular season with a bang by sinking a three-pointer on the very first possession of the game.

 A Historic Franchise

With this championship, the Celtics broke a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the first team in NBA history to win 18 championships. The Celtics had a remarkable run, winning 16 titles between 1957 and 1986. After a two-decade gap, Kevin Garnett and the 2008 team brought the championship back to Boston. Now, after another 16 years, Tatum and Brown have added another title to the Celtics' storied legacy.

Looking forward, the big question is whether the Celtics can win back-to-back championships. This is a challenging feat, accomplished only 13 times in NBA history. The last team to do it was the Golden State Warriors in 2018.

 Season Opening Expectations,,

The Celtics have a solid track record in their first game after winning a championship, with a history of 15 wins and just 2 losses. As they faced off against the Knicks, they aimed to improve that record to 16-2. The excitement was palpable, with fans eager to see if the Celtics could kick off their repeat bid in style.

Overall, the Celtics' celebration of their 18th title was a proud moment for the franchise and its loyal fans. With high hopes for the season, all eyes will be on the Celtics as they strive for greatness once again...