NBA: So Long, C-Webb!

    After playing in just nine games since coming off retirement, Chris Webber called it quits after struggling with pain in his surgically repaired knee. Webber was definitely not going to be hero for Golden State and their terrible defense, but who knew he would retire in less than 10 games. Nine to be exact. On January 29, 2008 the Golden State Warriors signed PF Chris Webber to produce inside the paint, shoot his usual midrange game, and help rebound. The Warriors sorely needed a rebounder, as they stood dead last in the NBA in that department. In his nine games, C-Webb averaged 3.9 PPG in only 14 minutes per game. Webber's rise to fame started in Detroit, Michigan where he was the most heavily recruited high school basketball player Michigan had seen since Earvin ''Magic'' Johnson. Webber's choice was based on his roots and staying close to his family, so he decided to sign with the Michigan Wolverines. It was there that he propelled the Wolverines and himself to ... [link]