The Mountain West Conference Championship game was more than just bragging rights for the opposing teams; it was also a source of great pride for a former NBA champion. Eddie House, a fan favourite during his time with the Boston Celtics, found himself celebrating from the bench for a very personal reason: his son, Jaelen House, was leading the University of New Mexico Lobos to victory.
"THAT'S MY MOTHERF*CKING SON! THAT'S MY MOTHERF*CKING BOY!" – Former NBAer Eddie House enjoying his son Jaelen's big buckets for New Mexico in the MWC Championship. 🏀🏆 pic.twitter.com/62tQsSjYzC
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Eddie House had a great NBA career, playing for eleven seasons with multiple teams. However, his most memorable years were with the Boston Celtics in the late 2000s. House was a vital player in the Celtics’ 2008 championship run, recognized for his clutch three-point shooting and contagious excitement on the court.
Eddie’s kid, Jaelen House, has certainly inherited his father’s basketball skills. Jaelen, a guard with the New Mexico Lobos, has developed as a standout player. Jaelen led the Lobos to victory in the Mountain West Conference Championship game, scoring a game-high 28 points, including a clutch and one play.
#otd in 2009 Eddie House went bonkers and scored 31 points (11-14 FG, 4-4 3PT) in 28 minutes off the bench in Celtics' Game 2 win over Magic ☘️ pic.twitter.com/EJPmFifF4B
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From Championship Stands to Viral Fame: Eddie House Celebrates Son’s Mountain West Title Win
Jaelen’s clutch performance prompted a beautiful moment on camera. After hitting the game-winning and-one shot, Eddie House was caught on camera shouting, “That’s my motherf***ing son! “That is my motherf***ing boy!” (Edited for profanity) The emotional outpouring struck a chord with fans, propelling the scene to viral status.
“That’s my motherfu*king son!”
– Eddie House watching his son. 🔥✊
(via @awfulannouncing)
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The House family saga extends beyond a single game. It demonstrates the power of family and the shared passion for basketball that brings them together. Eddie House has served as an inspiration and guide for Jaelen, and his presence on the sidelines during the championship game demonstrates Jaelen’s unwavering support system.
Jaelen House’s success in the Mountain West tournament has landed him on the national radar. His talent and work ethic predict a bright future in basketball. While it’s too soon to say if he’ll reach the same heights as his father, Jaelen House is unquestionably forging his path in the sport.
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