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President Obama Issues Statement on Passing of Cubs Legend

CHICAGO — Former President Barack Obama honored Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, after the Hall of Fame second baseman died at 65 from metastatic prostate cancer.

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'Always Hyping Me Up': Steph Curry Confesses Reaching Out to Barack Obama For Advice

It’s a common practice for NBA players to reach out to the greats of the past for advice. Kobe Bryant sought out the tutelage of Michael Jordan. LeBron James worked with Hakeem Olajuwon to improve his footwork.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 19

Former US President Barack Obama once shared his all-time starting five, Kobe Bryant was cut, ‘they’d beat anybody’

Former US President Barack Obama takes fans through his all-time NBA starting five. To be honest, there’s no single formula to pick out the best starting five of all time, as it’s a subjective discussion.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / July 13

Larry David Teams With Barack Obama for New HBO Sketch Comedy Series

After being off television for over a year, Larry David is back. And that’s pretty, pretty, pretty – pret-tay good! We definitely have missed all his mishaps in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / July 10

Larry David Sets HBO Return With Sketch Show Produced by Obamas

Larry David is gearing up for yet another return to HBO, and for a pretty good reason. Pretty, pretty good. The Curb Your Enthusiasm mastermind and Seinfeld co-creator is teaming up with the cable and streaming giant once again, this time for a sketch comedy series that takes on American history and all its absurdities.

Surfing News / SURFER / July 7

Excerpt: Obama Speechwriter Harshly Taunted by French Surfer

Learning to surf is hard. Searching for surf in foreign lands is also hard. Combine the two, and you'd better have a hell of a sense of humor to endure.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 27

Five landing spots for former Raptors executive Masai Ujiri

After 12 seasons with Toronto, the 54-year-old Ujiri should be one of the most sought-after executives in the NBA.

Raptors had some concerns with Ujiri

'Inspirational' Raptors leader out — how did his reign unravel?

Nuggets' front-office decision risks repeating old mistakes

Knicks have an interview lined up for their head-coaching job

NBA teams were reportedly mocking Brooklyn Nets during the draft

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / June 10

Details of Barack Obama’s Secret Basketball Game with LeBron James Revealed

In the 22 seasons LeBron James has been in the NBA, he has made quite a few friends and also quite a few enemies. Considering his nature as one who tries his best to avoid controversy, he has more of the former than the latter.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / June 8

Barack Obama Showers Praise on Coco Gauff After Her Maiden French Open Triumph

Coco Gauff is now a two-time Grand Slam singles champion. The American, on Saturday (June 7), beat Aryna Sabalenka in an entertaining final with a 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 scoreline to win her first title of the season.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 6

WNBA Champions Turn to Obamas as White House Celebration Unlikely

It’s been a long-standing tradition for championship teams in the U.S. to visit the White House and meet the president. These visits typically happen during the following season, often timed to coincide with a road game against a D.C.-based team.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 5

'Navy Seals Drove Us to the Gym': 2x NBA Champ Gets Real on Hooping with Barack Obama and LeBron James

Shane Battier was a First Team All-American, an ACC Player of the Year, and the Most Outstanding Player on a national championship-winning team at Duke.

NBA News / Golden State Warriors on SI / June 3

President Obama's Heartfelt Statement on Pacers, Warriors Resurfaces Before NBA Finals

Former United States president Barack Obama has long been complimentary of the Golden State Warriors under Steve Kerr. After they secured their fourth championship in eight seasons in 2022, Obama deemed the trio of Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green among the "best dynasties" in NBA history.

Las Vegas Aces News / Athlon Sports / May 8

A’ja Wilson Makes Feelings Clear About Malia Obama’s Nike Involvement

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson is opening up about her experience working with Malia Obama on her latest Nike campaign. Wilson, the face of Nike’s new A’One sneaker, confirmed in a recent interview that Malia Obama directed two promotional videos for the shoe’s release.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Barack Obama’s Daughter Involved in A’ja Wilson’s Upcoming Project

Former President Barack Obama’s eldest daughter, Malia Obama, has stepped into the spotlight behind the camera, directing a new Nike commercial for Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson’s signature shoe line, the A’One.

Obama’s March Madness Bracket Features Shocking Elite 8 and Championship Pick!

Former President Barack Obama has once again unveiled his yearly NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament bracket, offering his predictions for this year's March Madness.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 6

Ben Stiller actually tried to cast Barack Obama in 'Severance'

One of the biggest shows right now is Apple TV+'s Severance, which comes from director and executive producer Ben Stiller.

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Entertainment News / Nerdist / March 5

Ben Stiller Asked Barack Obama to Voice a Character on SEVERANCE

Severance season two’s premiere featured a surprising performance by a beloved Hollywood star. Keanu Reeves voiced a claymation version of Lumon’s headquarters in a video severed refiners watched after their Macrodat Uprising.