Barack Obama Recalls Basketball’s Role in Shaping His Life
Barack Obama discusses how basketball provided a safe haven during his youth, the legends who inspired him, and his ongoing admiration for players like Jalen Brunson.
Jun 27, 2026
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Floors Incorporated’s Quiet Legacy in the Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago features a uniquely designed basketball court built by Floors Incorporated, a company that has shaped athletic surfaces for nearly half a century.
Jun 18, 2026
Obama and Stephen Colbert Revisit Wastepaper Basketball Rivalry Ahead of Presidential Center Launch
During a recent interview, Barack Obama and Stephen Colbert reflected on a wastepaper basketball game, with Colbert admitting he once beat Dr. J, and discussed Obama's rivalry with Anthony Edwards as part of a promotional event for the Obama Presidential Center.
May 14, 2026