NBA fans are coming up with creative jokes on Barack Obama and Michelle making it to the All-Star game over the weekend. The Obamas was spotted sitting courtside and the former POTUS even getting a standing ovation at the event.
Of course, this being the Obamas, the couple definitely got quite a bit of criticism and trolling, especially in regards to Michelle’s appearance. Still, there were also numerous who loved the power couple being there to cheer on the game in full-on enthusiasm.
“Barack and Micelle Obama are courtside for NBA All-Star (star emoji)” ESPNNBA tweeted.
Barack and Michelle Obama are courtside for NBA All-Star ⭐️ pic.twitter.com/c0uYBpcjTC
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) February 15, 2026
“’Barack and Big Mike’ Fixed it,” one fan said.
“One day it will be common knowledge that big Mike is a man. It’s basically already common knowledge actually. He should have participated in the dunk contest,” one more fan echoed.
“Big Mike could probably dunk,” another fan mocked.
Michelle Obama has got plenty of trolling in regards to her appearance, with many speculating that she is actually a man. Michelle herself has addressed this mockery numerous times but seems to be taking it all in stride.
NBA Fans Love The Energy That The Obamas Brought To The All-Star Game
At the same time, many NBA fans are obviously loving all the incredible energy that Barack and Michelle Obama, both, brought to the All-Star Game. Barack clearly has a place in the hearts of people, with the former POTUS even getting a standing ovation and plenty of applause from fans.
“Crazy how a former president courtside at the NBA All-Star Game gets treated like royalty, but half the country still argues he ‘divided America.’ Love him or hate him, Obama walks into an arena and gets louder cheers than most current politicians ever will. That’s influence you can’t vote away.” one fan said.
“Barack Obama and Michelle Obama courtside at the NBA All-Star Game is a whole vibe. Presidential aura meets All-Star energy,” another fan added.
“Barack & Michelle turning courtside into a whole moment. Hugging Brook Lopez like he’s family, presidential aura on 100, and still the coolest couple in any room. Real recognizes real,” one more fan remarked.
Barack Obama has obviously been a strong basketball fan right from the start and for this alone, he received plenty of applause from the crowd. However, many did compare the ovations he has been receiving to that of President Trump, who was absent at the All-Star game.
