responded<\/a> with a lighthearted remark.<\/p>\nHe referenced the repeated postseason clashes between Chicago and Indiana. The comment immediately drew a reaction from Miller.<\/p>\n
\u201cI always enjoyed watching us beat Indiana.\u201d<\/p>\n
Miller laughed before replying, \u201cOh my goodness. Why do you do that to me?\u201d<\/p>\n
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The exchange revisited the heated Eastern Conference Finals battles of the late 1990s. Chicago ultimately won the 1998 series and went on to secure its sixth NBA championship.<\/p>\n
Obama jokes about infamous \u2018push-off\u2019<\/p>\n
While teasing Miller, Obama also acknowledged how dangerous the Hall of Famer was in late-game situations. He praised Miller\u2019s shooting ability before referencing one of the rivalry\u2019s most debated plays.<\/p>\n
Obama alluded to the moment Miller created separation before hitting a crucial three-pointer against Chicago.<\/p>\n
\u201cI will say that nobody terrified me more than Reggie Miller with a possible 3-point shot at the end of a game. You did push off Michael (Jordan) on that one play, though.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Miller responded by pointing to another famous NBA moment, asking, \u201cDid he push off in the Utah series?\u201d<\/p>\n
The light exchange highlighted how the competitive spirit of the Bulls-Pacers rivalry still resonates decades later. Even in a celebratory All-Star setting, the banter remains intact.<\/p>\n
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