Moments when famous personalities cross paths with NBA stars almost always grab attention. Whether it’s Drake sitting courtside joking with players or Kevin Hart trash-talking from the sidelines, these interactions tend to go viral quickly.
Fans enjoy seeing a different side of their favorite athletes. Moreover, when humor is involved, it spreads even faster. The latest example of this came in a recent video, where Anthony Edwards can be seen sharing a light, funny moment with former President Barack Obama.
Former President Barack Obama’s latest moment with Anthony Edwards
The clip teases the June 19 opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago’s Jackson Park. It starts with Obama sitting down, looking set for a serious chat. But his phone buzzes nonstop.
He checks it and mutters he’s too busy. The mystery texter fires back with “u scared.” Obama chuckles, steps outside for “unfinished business,” and heads to a court where Edwards is draining shots. What follows is pure fun. They battle in basketball, ping-pong, and Connect 4.
During their one-on-one hoops game, Obama gets Edwards good. As Ant pulls up for a jumper, Obama waves him off with a grin and trolls him by saying, “I was making jump shots before you were even thought of.”
President Barack Obama trash talking Anthony Edwards while playing basketball 😭
“I WAS MAKING JUMP SHOTS BEFORE YOU WERE EVEN THOUGHT OF.”
(Via @malika_andrews, h/t @LegionHoops)
pic.twitter.com/NLVNfiDFOe— Fullcourtpass (@Fullcourtpass) March 17, 2026
Edwards fires back, but Obama just laughs it off. It’s that quick, playful jab that makes the video pop. Moreover, this isn’t the only time the two have shared a playful exchange.
During the 2024 Paris Olympics, a hilarious moment unfolded when Obama visited the U.S. men’s basketball team. While speaking with Joel Embiid, Obama complimented the big man’s game.
Edwards quickly jumped in, confidently telling Obama to “stand down” and claiming he was “the truth.” Obama responded with some light roasting of his own, keeping the mood fun. That exchange later appeared in Netflix’s Court of Gold, giving fans another look at their chemistry.
Now, coming back to the league. Edwards has been backing up his confidence with strong performances. He is currently averaging 29.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. He has helped the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 42-27 record.
This latest video gives fans a lighter side of Edwards. Beyond the stats and competition, it shows how he interacts off the court. At the same time, it also reminds people how much Obama genuinely enjoys basketball culture and connecting with players.
