Anthony Edwards revealed he told Barack Obama he would “put on a show” at the NBA All-Star Game after spending time with the former president.
Anthony Edwards said Barack Obama’s presence at the event provided extra motivation as he prepared to take the court.
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The Minnesota Timberwolves guard described the interaction as one of the personal highlights of the weekend.
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Anthony Edwards calls Barack Obama his ‘favorite person’
Anthony Edwards was asked whether seeing Obama in attendance inspired him to elevate his performance. He responded by making it clear that it did.
The All-Star MVP explained that he had spent time with the former president the day before the game and that the meeting influenced his mindset heading into the contest.
“Yeah, for sure. You always got to put on the show for (him)… He’s my favorite person in the world. We was kicking it yesterday. Me and him, I had a great time yesterday. So, I told him I was going to put on the show for him.”
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Edwards followed through with one of the most notable performances of the night. His display secured MVP honours and further elevated his standing within the league.
A growing history of confidence around Obama
This was not the first time Edwards has shared a memorable exchange involving Obama. During Netflix’s Court of Gold docuseries, cameras captured a previous interaction between the two while Team USA was competing at the Paris Olympics.
That moment circulated widely online and became part of the broader conversation around Edwards’ confidence and personality, while also highlighting Obama’s relaxed engagement with players.
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At the All-Star Game, however, Edwards’ remarks carried a more appreciative tone. He positioned his performance as something he wanted to deliver for someone he openly admires.
The sequence reinforces how Edwards continues to embrace major stages with visible confidence. With Obama in attendance, he ensured his performance reflected the promise he made.
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