Video: Will Ferrell pokes fun at Bulls while introducing lineups

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 08: Actor Will Ferrell announces the player introductions before the New Orleans Hornets play the Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Arena on February 8, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) R:\Merlin\Getty_Photos\138534725.jpg

Updated: May 9, 2012 10:14AM

NEW ORLEANS — Somehow, comic actor Will Ferrell looked right for the part at center court as the guest of the 4-22 New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night at New Orleans Arena.

Ferrell, in town to shoot a movie, ‘‘Dog Fight,’’ also starring Zach Galifianakis, introduced the starting lineups for the Bulls and Hornets, adding his touch to the proceedings.

‘‘At forward, No. 5, he still lives with his mother … Carlos Boozer.’’

‘‘He collects rare birds and has a pet dolphin named Chachi … Luol Deng.

‘‘He’s a Scorpio and a horrible dancer … Joakim Noah.

‘‘He once ate 20 hot dogs in an hour … Ronnie Brewer.

‘‘And at guard, No. 1, his favorite movie is ‘‘The Notebook’’ … Derrick Rose.

Ferrell had a front-row seat at center court and seemed to enjoy the game, even though the Hornets are short-handed without guard Eric Gordon and struggling since the trade of star Chris Paul.

The Bulls seemed to take Ferrell’s intros in stride. Asked if he had any thoughts about Ferrell being at the game, coach Tom Thibodeau said, ‘‘I didn’t even know he was doing it. But I’m happy he’s here.’’

A lot of people think Bulls forward Brian Scalabrine resembles Ferrell as the Jackie Moon character from his hit movie ‘‘Semi-Pro.’’

‘‘Yeah, that’s a good point. He does,’’ Thibodeau said.