'Obama's still got game': Former US President shows off his basketball prowess at NBA game
Sitting courtside, Barack Obama intercepted the ball, which was heading towards the spectators
Spotted! Everyone’s favourite couple — former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle — recently made an unexpected appearance at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
Barack Obama, who is known to be the US President who conducted the operation that killed al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, also showed his quick reflexes at the game.
Sitting courtside at the game, he intercepted the ball, which was heading towards the spectators. He even exchanged a few words with Devin Booker and Reggie Miller, showing off his basketball prowess. The moment was captured on camera and went viral on social media in no time.
Obama, a known Chicago Bulls fan, also participated in an on-court interview with Reggie Miller, discussing his favourite basketball memories from the 1990s.
President Barack Obama comes up with the loose ball courtside! pic.twitter.com/HFcfdV4ehM
— NBA (@NBA) February 15, 2026
"Obama showing he's still got game. Snagging that loose ball like a pro. Courtside moments don't get much better than this. Definitely a highlight for fans in the arena," one user reacted. "I'll bet he would love getting on the court with them! He and Michelle are so cute and lovable!" another user said.
