Barack Obama Attends Clippers Game Courtside With Steve Ballmer
The former president watched the Clippers defeat the Pistons 123-115 and received a warm reception from the crowd.
- Barack Obama attended the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Detroit Pistons game on March 5, sitting courtside with Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife, Connie Snyder.
- Obama received a standing ovation and waved to the crowd when shown on the arena's Halo Board during the game.
- James Harden delivered a standout performance, scoring 50 points and leading the Clippers to victory after a three-game losing streak.
- Harden joked that Obama's presence might have inspired his exceptional play and expressed disappointment at not getting a photo with the former president after the game.
- Michelle Obama was notably absent, continuing recent speculation regarding her public appearances, though no official comments have been made.