All-Star weekend in Chicago

With NBA All-Star weekend coming back to Chicago, you could be sure President Obama wouldn't miss it. Check out our highlights from the weekend below.

President Obama Chats With NBA All-Stars Who Make a Difference Both On and Off the Court

With the NBA All-Star game in Chicago this year, President Obama had the chance to sit down with three players - Giannis Antetoukounmpo, Chris Paul, and Kevin Love, in a conversation moderated by Mike Wilbon.

Full Conversation: President Obama Talks With Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Love, and Chris Paul, Moderated by Michael Wilbon

President Obama was joined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Love, and Chris Paul for a powerful conversation about the power of sports, leadership, and Chicago’s unique legacy, moderated by Michael Wilbon.

President Obama Joins NBA Rising Stars and MBK Alliance Program Participants in a Service Project

President Obama participated in a service project with MBK Alliance program participants, Chicago youth, and NBA Rising Stars packing school success kits filled with school supplies that will be donated to low-income students throughout the greater Chicag

President Obama chats with players at the NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service
Our All-Star weekend started with service, as President Obama joined NBA Rising Stars Zion Williamson and Trae Young to help pack backpacks for low-income Chicago Public School students at the NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service.
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