The Buzz: Airball

SEMI-PRO," a comedy starring Will Ferrell, has made an amateur amount of money for a Ferrell flick so far. If The Buzz wants to see Woody Harrelson hoop it up, we'll rent "White Men Can't Jump." Ferrell should've known it'd be a tough sell - the last man to wear short shorts and draw a crowd was John Stockton.

Misfortune

The New York Post reports Philippe, a Chinese restaurant in New York, has been secretly videotaping its celebrity clients, including Tom Brady. The Pats QB knew something was amiss when the menu listed the dish "peeking duck."

Urban development

Florida football coach Urban Meyer is prepared to give one fleet-footed student a full scholarship - provided he can beat Landstown's lightning-legged grad Percy Harvin, along with teammates Deonte Thompson, Louis Murphy and Chris Rainey, in a 40-yard dash. Meyer is hoping to pull a fast one, but The Buzz isn't sure any challenger can, um, Gator done.

Crossover

Former NBA guard Kevin Johnson was never a King, but he's willing to settle for mayor.

Johnson is running for office in his hometown of Sacramento, Calif., transitioning from running the point to making talking points. Much like during his playing days, Johnson's up against a giant, three-term incumbent Heather Fargo. Johnson's the only challenger, so he's got a high percentage shot.

Hocus focus

Comcast SportsNet will launch the "OvechKam " this week, a lens looking only at the NHL's leading scorer, Alex Ovechkin. It's not exactly Fox's failed glowing puck, but it's plenty gimmicky. Remember: In hockey, there's no such thing as over-exposure.

Born identity

A Florida couple has named its twin boys Brett and Favre. The decision has created quite a rattle. The family could be the perfect subject for a reality show: "Crib Your Enthusiasm."

Sappy story

You might have been too sapped from the Favre farewell frenzy to notice Warren Sapp retired. The NFL will be a quieter and less colorful place without the defensive tackle, who talked more trash than a garrulous garbage man.

Name game

Roger Clemens was spotted courtside at an NBA game in Houston last week. (Congress is considering examining how he got such great seats.) That's right: The Rocket was watching the Rockets. More NBA teams should adopt this literal advertising. The Buzz has two figures to get the league started on this trend: Bobcat Goldthwait and Magic Johnson.

Yaouch

To make sure Yao Ming is ready for the Beijing Olympics, Hu Jiashi, deputy director of the Chinese Basketball Association, said eastern medicine would be incorporated. Let's hope acupuncture isn't on the list; it'd take a ton of needles to cover Yao's 7-foot-5 frame.

Online poll

Lambeau weep: The ol' gunslinger, Brett Favre, has ridden off into the sunset, leaving untested Aaron Rodgers (zero NFL starts) to saddle up in his stead. Will the Packers make the playoffs next season?

- Yes, they'll go far without Favre.

- No, they'll be win-starved minus Favre.

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