The New York Knicks have accepted an invitation to visit the White House to celebrate their NBA championship win, team owner James Dolan announced Thursday. The visit, which will take place at a date yet to be determined, marks a traditional honor for championship teams.
"We are honored to accept the invitation and look forward to meeting the President," Dolan said in a statement. The Knicks clinched the title last month after a hard-fought series, ending a decades-long championship drought for the franchise.
White House visits for sports champions have been a longstanding tradition, though they have occasionally been skipped in recent years due to scheduling conflicts or political disagreements. The Knicks' acceptance signals a return to normalcy for the practice.