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Chris Matthews still hopes to train Barack Obama in basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:32 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Chris Matthews still hopes to train Barack Obama in basketball

Summary

Chris "Lethal Shooter" Matthews expressed a desire to train former President Barack Obama during an appearance on TMZ Sports. Matthews, who has worked with various NBA stars and celebrities, views Obama as an ideal client due to the former president's well-known passion for basketball. This interest is not new; Matthews has previously mentioned Obama as a dream client in interviews earlier in 2026. Besides Obama, Matthews named other potential clients including Denzel Washington and Oprah Winfrey. His training sessions focus on personalized shooting mechanics and have gained attention through social media and events like the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

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By the Numbers

•Matthews names Obama as a dream training client.
•He has trained NBA players and other celebrities.
•Matthews previously identified Obama in April 2026 as a desired client.
•He connects basketball with Obama's known love for the sport.
•Matthews participated in the recent NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

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11:32 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Lethal Shooter’ Chris Matthews Still Wants to Train Barack Obama

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Chris “Lethal Shooter” Matthews has worked with NBA stars and recognizable names far outside professional basketball, but one famous hoops enthusiast remains on his wish ... Read More
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