We started off this morning with every intention of writing about the NBA and NHL trading deadlines, tossing in a little Shaq vs. Kobe (how great was that game last night, those who watched it?) and going from there. But then we couldn’t stop thinking about Semi-Pro, which comes out in 8 days. We’re not quite sure what to make of this movie yet. The concept definitely is amusing, but it also feels like Will Ferrell has been stuck in a little rut since Anchorman — like he’s trying to replicate the outrageousness of Ron Burgundy without having the same top-shelf material. Talladega Nights was disappointing; Blades of Glory was better, but still only a little better than OK. We really want Semi-Pro to deliver because, on the surface, it has the potential to join the short list of what we consider The Most Enjoyable Sports Movies Of All Time. Now, you’ll see lists of the “best” sports movies of all-time. Our most enjoyable top 3 goes something like this: 1) Bull Durham. 2) Slap Shot. 3) White Men Can’t Jump. We would not deign to put those in that order on a “best” list; you see the difference. Semi-Pro could make that list. The ball is in Will Ferrell’s court (obligatory terrible ending).

So: We’d be interested to hear the enthusiasm level for Semi-Pro and also hear what you consider to be the most enjoyable sports movies of all-time. We’d also like a chocolate glazed donut.

Fasola-link! That M&M had it coming.

Bonus Fasola-link! Miracle on Ice.

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