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The Wizards know how to treat veterans right

And no, we're not talking about Andre Miller and Paul Pierce. The Wizards have done some really neat stuff to honor military veterans over the past week.

By Jake Whitacre
Garrett Temple and John Wall with members of the Wounded Warriors Project.
Garrett Temple and John Wall with members of the Wounded Warriors Project.
via Monumental Network

Last week, you may remember the Wizards wore some special socks against the Knicks as part of the NBA's Hoops For Troops week. In addition to being a great look, it was a nice way to bring awareness to what the NBA was doing to honor troops in the week building up to Veteran's Day.

As it turned out, the Wizards saved the best for last, hosting a luncheon that included a meet and greet with the team after practice for wounded warriors and TAPS families on Tuesday. TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) is a non-profit group that "offers compassionate care to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in our Armed Forces."

John Wall, who has done lots to serve the military in the past (literally) had this to say about the event:

"Veterans Day is a big day to give back to all of the people that have sacrificed for us and did all the things to make our country free. It's always exciting for us to give back, it's a big honor. I think they are excited to see us but they don't understand we are more excited to meet them and thank them for their service and sacrifice."

The event also served as the launch for the Wizards Courage program, where the team is selling these hats for $20, with all proceeds going to TAPS. The hat will look great with those socks you bought last week.