ADVERTISEMENT
Bush’s responsibilities as Honorary Commissioner are largely ceremonial but symbolically potent. He is slated to participate in ceremonial tip-offs, advocate for expanded media coverage of women’s basketball, and contribute creatively to league initiatives. In a playful nod to his post-presidency painting hobby, he is slated to design a special “Freedom Ball” for the 2024 All-Star Game. During the press conference, he leaned toward the podium and assured the crowd, “I promise no hanging chads on the scoreboard,” before joining Wings players for an impromptu three-point contest. Reports confirmed that Bush’s shooting accuracy was modest—going 1-for-10—but the crowd cheered every shot as if it were a championship-winning basket.
