On Wednesday evening, President Barack Obama hosted his highly anticipated basketball fundraiser, the "Obama Classic." The event took place at Lincoln Center in New York City.Basketball fans and Obama supporters alike were treated to a variety of events throughout the evening, including an autograph session (for a $250 donation), a skills clinic (for a $5,000 donation), and lastly, an informal shoot-around and a dinner with President Obama and his array of basketball player and legend guests (for a $20,000 donation).The President certainly brought out some of the biggest and best names the game of basketball has ever seen for this elaborate event. Hall of Famers Michael Jordan and Knicks legend Patrick Ewing were among those to highlight the event. Knickerbocker champions Walt Frazier and Senator Bill Bradley were also in attendance, as were NBA Commissioner David Stern and current NBA stars like Chris Bosh and the Knicks' own Carmelo Anthony.On this patriotic occasion...
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TEAMS: New York Knicks, Miami Heat
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