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Found March 25, 2008 on All Things Philly Sports: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Allen Iverson,  Chris Webber
TEAMS: Washington Wizards,  Detroit Pistons,  Denver Nuggets,  Sacramento Kings,  Golden State Warriors,  Philadelphia 76ers

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Former Sixer Chris Webber, who returned to the NBA just a few short months ago with the Golden State Warriors, is about to call it a career. Webber, citing more problems with his injured knees, will announce his retirement at a press conference tomorrow afternoon. Webber hadn't played for three weeks, contemplating his future while struggling with his knee. Webber only played 9 games with the Warriors in his comeback attempt this season, and looked out of place in the Warriors run-and-gun offense, averaging only 3.9 points and 3.5 boards per game. As Webber's career comes to a close, it's unfortunate that the man who never won a championship will always be remembered for calling a timeout his team didn't have.
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13 Comments:
  • Good, I cant stand that Chris "my ankle hurts" Webber...good for the NBA..!
    by BennyBlanco   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • I knew this was coming because he has been dealing with his knee for years. I know this is not the way he wanted to leave but it was either now or later. He's had a great career with much to look forward to beyond basketball. He is a businessman and he is very involved with his organization. Best of luck C-Webb!
    by adevault   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • its bout time....loved him when he was with the kings and when he came to philly he was a complete whack
    by Justwannawinna   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • And then he magically turned it on again when he went to Detroit. That's what really made me lose respect for the guy.
    by Enriquefed   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • different teams have different ways of playing that brings the best out of people....you do know that right?
    by stillatin   March 28, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Right. The Pistons were better, so he decided to play better.
    by Enriquefed   March 28, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • um no, the pistons didnt have a player that takes the most shots (i.e. iverson) or someone that the offense revolves around, they played team ball like the kings did.
    by stillatin   March 28, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Webber played about 6-8 games after Iverson was traded, and played like garbage, basically begging for a ticket out of town
    by Enriquefed   March 28, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • This should serve as a lesson to professional athletes contemplating coming out of retirement. DON'T DO IT!!!! It never turns out well.
    If MJ can't do it you most certainly can't do it.
    by GSWgirl   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • He was too slow anyway. He came back into the game for one more check and a last chance to rise to fame. I'm glad that he realized that it's not going to work! I think all of us did except the ones who let him sign that contract!
    I'll Holla
    by lovesfusion   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Too bad about his knees but his career numbers are set in stone and Hall of Fame worthy.

    http://www.mindritesports.com/2008/03/26/chris-webber-hanging-up-his-kicks/
    by MindRiteSports   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Hmm, not so sure about that one. If he had won a championship, I would say he definitely gets in, but he never even got into the Finals.
    by Enriquefed   March 26, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Too many injuries, not enough playing time (without whinning)...!
    by BennyBlanco   March 28, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • he had about a 4 year stretch that if he kept it up - he would have been a lock for the hall of fame, but his career is too checkered.
    I'm glad the experiment is over.
    by GSWgirl   March 27, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • Uh Uh...not experiment!.....LOL I guess that's really what it was because they knew he had knee issues. And being that the Warrirors are a fast pace team anyone would have to be physicall capable to keep up with them. At least he gave it once last try.
    by adevault   March 27, 2008   Reply   Options  
  • i thought it was nice he got to kiss and make up with nell
    by Annt74   March 27, 2008   Reply   Options   +1 Likes
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