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President Obama’s March Madness picks:

The,

College students, proud alums, and die-hard hoops fans have locked in their brackets and are eagerly awaiting tip-off for March Madness 2026—including President Obama!

Take a look at President Obama’s 2026 men’s and women’s brackets:

Check out President Obama's brackets

See the brackets

No matter who wins the championship, sports like basketball have the power to bring people together across differences—even President Obama and Anthony Edwards!

President Obama and the NBA star lit up the internet in July 2024, when some playful trash talk went viral. They recently squashed their beef once and for all with a competitive afternoon of basketball, Connect Four, and ping-pong!

President Obama and Ant Edwards playing ping pong

Watch the video

We’re excited to bring this energy to Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center when the Center opens this June. Home Court is an athletic and events space, featuring an NBA-sized basketball court, that will offer programs inspired by President Obama's belief in the power of sports, mentorship, and connection.

Home Court basketball court

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