"Sources told ESPN.com that Webber, unable to play since March 2 because of the latest complications with his knee, decided in the past week to end his pro career after 15 seasons, having struggled with his mobility for the past five of those seasons since a serious tear in the 2003 playoffs that required microfracture surgery."
Marc Stein
Although Webber was traded from the Kings back in 2005 his game was a huge part of my life during the late 90's and early 2000's. I loved those Kings. Jason Williams, Mike Bibby, Doug Christie, Peja, C-Webb, Vlade, Bobby Jackson, Corliss Williamson...those were the years when I loved basketball more than anything.
We were so close! Game 7, overtime, and a Mike Bibby face fouling Kobe Bryant's elbow away from a championship.
Chris Webber averaged 20.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists over his 15 year career. Check out his company (20+ points, 9+ rebounds, 4+ assists for career):
Kevin Garnett
Larry Bird
Billy Cunningham
Wilt Chamberlain
Elgin Baylor
Pretty elite. I'm not saying he's a Hall of Famer and it's quite surprising he's in the same category as those listed above. He didn't get the ring and struggled at times to be a dominant player, but he was definately a solid all-star and top 5 power forward during his prime years with the Kings. I'll miss him.
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