The NBA All-Star Game is known for bringing together the most talented and notable players from around the league.
The game also attracts celebrities and public figures from across the country to gather and enjoy basketball.
Former United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were among those in attendance for the event, sitting next to basketball legend Julius Erving.
The game features two American teams and a World team at the Intuit Dome on Sunday, Feb. 15.
Obama is a known basketball fan who embraced the game and his fandom while he was in office. He would share his predictions for the NBA Finals or fill out a bracket for the NCAA college basketball tournament.
Team USA Stars guard Devin Booker (1) of the Phoenix Suns embraces former President Barack Obama in Game 1 during the 75th NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on Feb. 15, 2026. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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“There’s a lot of concern about the All-Star Game and not seeing effort (from the players),” Obama said during an interview with analyst Reggie Miller on the NBC broadcast. “Today we are seeing (that effort). Anytime you get Americans vs. International (teams), they want to bring it.”
The NBA has experimented with different formats for the All-Star Game in recent years. All three teams will play each other in a small tournament before the two teams meet in the championship game.
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