But a group of players that are familiar with the guy known as "Baby Shaq" play on the U.S. Olympic team. Two years ago, the core of that unit were stunned by Greece at the World Championships. That game was something of a coming-out party for "Sofo", as he tortured the Americans by connecting on several pick-and-rolls.

At 6′10 and 345lbs, Sofo is a big man to deal with in the paint. He was taken by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2nd round (34th overall) of the 2003 NBA Draft, but appears to be content dominating European league hoops. He's also a three-time Greek League All-Star.

Tomorrow, the U.S. will get its first real test in the Olympics against the Sofo-led Greek squad. For this and other exciting Olympics betting, head on over to the Bodog Sportsbook today for all your odds, lines, futures and prop bets!

In an interview with the Associated Press, Los Angeles Lakers C Pau Gasol said:

"It was something like supposed to be funny or something but never offensive in any way. I'm sorry if anybody thought or took it the wrong way and thought that it was offensive."

Toronto Raptors PG Jose Calderon thought the international media might be making too much of the picture.

""We felt it was something appropriate, and that it would be interpreted as an affectionate gesture. Without a doubt, some … press didn't see it that way."

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Will Ferrell’s opening weekend was semi-good. (Courtesy of New Line Cinema)

It may be No. 1 but Will Ferrell’s latest sports spoof, “Semi-Pro”, also signals the steep decline of its star’s clout at the box office.

Two years ago, “Talledega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” earned $47 million in its opening weekend. Last year, “Blades of Glory” came in with $33 million. But “Semi-Pro”, which has received awful reviews, only pulled in $15.3 million in its box-office debut.

In “Semi-Pro”, Ferrell takes on the hardwood as the player/owner of an ABA team vying for entry into the NBA in the 1970’s.

The film beat out last week’s top film, “Vantage Point”, which earned $13 million after opening with a $28-million take. Rounding out the top five were "Spiderwick Chronicles" ($8.8 million), "The Other Boleyn Girl" ($8.3 million) and "Jumper" ($7.6 million).

Next week’s big opening is “10,000 BC”, an epic caveman flick.

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The Beijing Games could miss its biggest star, Rockets center Yao Ming. (AP Images)

Yao Ming's injury has affected more than his season with the Houston Rockets. With Beijing Olympics approaching this summer, China's superstar may not be ready to play.

"When we heard about Yao's injury, we felt shocked and concerned just like all the basketball fans in China," Bai Ximin said, manager of the men's national team.

Yao averaged 22 points and 10.8 rebounds with the Rockets and was sure to be the best player on the Chinese basketball team and a huge focus of the games. Although it's looking pretty unlikely that he'll return for the games, Chinese papers remain optimistic.

"The only thing offering Yao Ming any solace at this time is that his injury will not force him to miss the Beijing Olympics of his dreams," Chinese newspaper Titan Sports said.

The team likely wouldn't have grabbed a medal in the Olympics but stand to lose viewership if he isn't able to play.

"If I cannot play in the Olympics for my country this time, it will be the biggest loss in my career to right now," Yao said.

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