Boston Celtics: The Greatest Mascots in the NBA

If you’re looking for a team that’s got more MVP awards than your geography professor has days left until summer vacation, look no further than the Boston Celtics. This Massachusetts-based team is a force to be reckoned with, and they’ve got the championship rings (and the haters) to prove it.

But it’s not just their winning ways that make the Boston Celtics so special. It’s their mascot game.

First of all, let’s talk about the leprechaun. Sure, some teams opt for raptors, bears or even thunderbolts as their mascots. But the Celtics? They go for a tiny, buckled-shoe wearing Irish prankster. And it works. Not only is Lucky the Leprechaun cute as a button, but he’s got his own dance moves. If shuffling back and forth while holding a cane is your thing, you’ll want to check out a Celtics game.

And then, there’s the world’s true record-holder for most absurd mascot: “The Dancing Gino.”

What happens when the Celtics are winning by a significant margin? “The Dancing Gino” takes the stage. This green-screen, fist-pumping extraordinaire is a beloved fixture at the Celtics games, and he makes sure everyone knows it. No dance move is too cheesy for the Gino. Whether you’re doing the lawnmower or the robot, you can bet Gino’s done it first.

The Celtics’ mascot game is so strong that even their human beings are practically mascots. Have you had the pleasure of watching Brad Stevens, the Celtics’ coach, pace back and forth during a game? He looks like a mix of a college professor, your dad when he’s had too much coffee, and a walking meme. If that doesn’t scream “lovable mascot” than nothing does.

In conclusion, if you’re in the mood for watching some of the best basketball on the planet while being entertained by mascots who make no sense whatsoever, look no further than the Boston Celtics. Their leprechaun and “Dancing Gino” are always willing to make you dance along with them. There’s a reason fans and players alike love Boston – it’s because they have no shame, and they’re proud of it.