Obama Cheers Team USA at 50th Anniversary

The USA Men's Basketball team defeated Canada 86-72 in their first of five exhibition games ahead of the Paris Olympics. Former President Barack Obama made a surprise appearance at USA Basketball’s 50th anniversary party and delivered an encouraging speech, showing strong confidence in the team’s chances of winning the gold medal. Obama's casual and varied greetings to the players and staff, reminiscent of a Key & Peele sketch, went viral online, sparking humorous comparisons. Obama praised the team's legacy and expressed his enthusiasm for their upcoming performance. The team, led by stars like LeBron James and Steph Curry, continues their preparation with additional exhibition games in Abu Dhabi and London before heading to Paris.