A host of celebrities and celebrities were at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on Sunday to watch the NBA All-Star Game. They included former President Barack Obama, who is widely known as a basketball fanatic.
Growing up in the Windy City, Obama watched Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls build a dynasty in the 1990s. To this day, even as the Bulls have struggled to regain their lost prestige, Obama remains an avid follower of the NBA.
During the NBA All-Star Game, Reggie Miller asked him if he had a favorite memory of the Bulls dynasty. Obama, always quick-witted, had perfect response.
"I always enjoyed watching us beat Indiana (Pacers)," Obama said, taking aim at Miller's team.
"Although I will say that no one scared me more than Reggie Miller with a potential three-point shot at the end of the game. Even though you outran Michael in that one game."
Reggie Miller: "Do you have a favorite moment from your time in Chicago during the '90s?"
Barack Obama: "I always loved seeing Indiana beat." 🏀🔥🎙️ #nba #nbc pic.twitter.com/rCzmUBNU90
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Obama was referring to Game 4 of the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals between the Pacers and Bulls, in which Miller buried the game-winning three-pointer. Miller pushed Jordan on his inbounds play to get free and get the ball. Pacers leveled the series 2-2.
The no-call remains one of the most controversial moments in NBA history. To some, this was a smart move by Miller at a critical juncture, while others claimed it was a blatant offensive foul.
The Bulls won the series 4–3 and ultimately captured their sixth title.
Now, is there any way to pit Obama and Miller in a shooting competition during halftime at next year's NBA All-Star Game?
