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Chris Webber
Chris Webber One-On-On
In his first season in Sacramento, Kings forward Chris Webber wasted no time rejuvenating the franchise. The transformation reached lofty heights as the Kings posted their highest winning percentage (.540) since the 1982-83 season and helped land the team a spot in the NBA Playoffs for only the second time in the '90s.

With solid center Vlade Divac and sensational rookie Jason Williams also added to the mix this season, Coach Rick Adelman instituted a high-flying, end-to-end style that made the Kings the highest scoring team in the NBA during the 1998-99 season.

These young and hungry Kings have shown they weren't content just making the playoffs either, doing the supposedly unthinkable — going on the road and beating the Utah Jazz in Game 2 of their first round playoff series, and then sending the defending Western Conference champs to the brink of elimination with a thrilling OT win in Game 3.

In Game 2, Webber scored, rebounded, dished and even hit two clutch shots down the stretch. In short, he displayed all of the skills that made him the No. 1 overall pick in the 1993 NBA Draft, the 1994 Rookie of the Year and a darkhorse MVP candidate this season after averaging 20.1 ppg, a league-leading 13.0 rpg and 2.15 bpg.
 
 

C-Webb answered your questins in a live chat, Thursday, May 13. Here is a transcript of the chat:

Tushar Patel at 4:15pm ET
How does it feel beating the Jazz last night for the first playoff win at home in Sacramento?

Chris Webber at 4:16pm ET
It felt good for a few reasons. First, because I hadn't won that many playoff games, and two, because our team has gone through so much. We appreciate these victories so much. And three, we were the underdogs, and that felt great.
Randy Kim at 4:16pm ET
Hi, Chris. Now that you've taken a 2-1 lead, how are you approaching Friday's game mentally?

Chris Webber at 4:16pm ET
Confident because we're at home, but realistic in the fact that, over the last four years this has been the best team in the NBA besides the Bulls. We need to play as hard as we've ever played to get this win at home, because it'll be hard to get the win in Utah.
David O. from cpinternet.com at 4:17pm ET
What will you guys need to work on to ensure a win in your next game?

Chris Webber at 4:17pm ET
Defense. Free-throw shooting. Just overall confidence. We just need to be prepared. We need to play defensively like it's crunch time all the time.
underdog at 4:18pm ET
I'm a big fan of you, Chris, and I'm also a big fan of rookie Jason Williams. How has he made the Kings' style of basketball different from every other team?

Chris Webber at 4:18pm ET
Jason's personality alone, even before he gets on the court, changes the complexion of this team. He's a people person, a great player, and he wants everybody to do well. So you really don't have to think about other things when you're playing with him. He just gives us so much more energy.
JPinDC at 4:18pm ET
Were you at all intimidated playing against a star like Karl Malone?

Chris Webber at 4:19pm ET
Not intimidated, but I know that I'm up for a challenge, against one of the best power forwards ever to play the game. But my goal is to be one of the best power forwards to ever play the game. I realize that I have to go through him. You want to prove yourself to yourself and to your sport (against him).
jz from scc.losrios.cc.ca.us at 4:19pm ET
How is your back?

Chris Webber at 4:19pm ET
My back...is getting much better, day by day. And winning helps (laughs).
GoBlue! from dhcp.csuchico.edu at 4:20pm ET
CWebb-
Do you and Jalen (Rose) still stay in touch? Is there any chance of seeing him out west soon? 

Chris Webber at 4:20pm ET
I'd love to play with Jalen. He calls me, almost before every game, and I call him the same. I hope they win tonight. 
Justin Martin at 4:20pm ET
Hey Chris. How is this Kings team different from the teams you have played on in the past?

Chris Webber at 4:22pm ET
Truthfully, it's not that different. Every team I've ever played on, I've been blessed to play with players who all got along. In Washington, I had a great point guard in Rod Strickland, and now I have a great one in Jason Williams. I guess I'd say the only thing different on this team is that this is the first time I've ever played with a true center. Vlade is one of the best. He brings a lot into the huddles, but what's even better about him is how relaxed he is. He isn't like the normal veteran, to come in grumpy all the time. Vlade is like a rookie, with his attitude. So it's fun to be around Vlade, and at the same time he's giving us advice.
Lenny Mizusaka at 4:22pm ET
I hear you're a golf fanatic! What's your favorite course here in Sacramento?

Chris Webber at 4:23pm ET
I've only played two courses in Sacramento: 12 Bridges and Till Bend. I like them both about the same. I've shot about 300 on both of them (laughs).
Daniel Burapavong from hp.infi.net at 4:23pm ET
Chris, What has been your most memorable moment this season?

Chris Webber at 4:23pm ET
Hmm. Probably yesterday, going up 2-1 on Utah. It was a great feeling, the atmosphere...
Oweno (From Israel) at 4:24pm ET
Did you always want to be a basketball player?

Chris Webber at 4:24pm ET
Growing up, I wanted to be a football player. I love football; I still watch it. I played tight end, and a little quarterback. I always thought I would play football, but I fell in love with basketball at the age of 14. 
~~Mortor City Marc~~ at 4:24pm ET
Do you have any tattoos?

Chris Webber at 4:25pm ET
I have one tattoo, of an army bulldog, on the left side of my chest. That's all I have.
Bill the Ultim@te Kings Fanatic at 4:25pm ET
What do you think about the Kings' future? Do you see a championship? I DO!!!

Chris Webber at 4:25pm ET
In future years, I see us improving, and hopefully that will one day lead to a championship.
J.C. at 4:25pm ET
How is the new CD doin'? 

Chris Webber at 4:26pm ET
Pretty good. The CD is doing well. It's called "Too Much Drama." Check it out and tell me what you think about it.
minuteman from dhcp.umass.edu at 4:26pm ET
What kind of music do you listen to?

Chris Webber at 4:26pm ET
I listen to all types of music. R&B, hip-hop and rock. Artists I listen to are Jay-Z, Nas, Anita Baker, Everlast.
Scappy at 4:27pm ET
What would your emotions be like if...let's say...you and Jalen met up in the Finals?

Chris Webber at 4:27pm ET
If we met in the Finals? Truthfully, I'd definitely want to win. But I can honestly say, no matter what the turnout of that game is, I'd be happy. I'd win either way.
Chetema at 4:27pm ET
Does the bulldog tattoo have significant meaning? 

Chris Webber at 4:28pm ET
Growing up, playing ball, I thought that I was soft, and had tendencies to play weak. Jalen and myself, on my 18th birthday, went to the tattoo parlor in a commitment to be tough for the rest of our lives. We got a dog. And also got our own punishment for it, since we were 18, and still in high school. We were put on punishment for a while, to say the least.
Steve Barrett at 4:28pm ET
What is your dream car?

Chris Webber at 4:29pm ET
Probably a Rolls Royce convertible. Never been in one, but I love looking at them.
MCStudios from proxy.aol.com at 4:29pm ET
Hey Chris do you use the Internet a lot?

Chris Webber at 4:29pm ET
I'm on the Internet often. Usually every day. E-mailing a friend or a family member. I check out Athletes Direct, and sports or business sites.
Michael from teleplex.net at 4:29pm ET
Do you still keep in touch with Juwan Howard?

Chris Webber at 4:30pm ET
Yes. I haven't talked to him as often as I usually do, since we're not on the same team, but I still talk to him often, and he's supported me in our run in the playoffs.
ChicagoKidd at 4:30pm ET
What do you do on the plane during road trips?

Chris Webber at 4:30pm ET
Play cards. Tunk and spades. Listen to music and watch movies. 
Brian Morris at 4:31pm ET
Has your opinion changed on playing in Sacramento? You were not happy when you were traded to the Kings.

Chris Webber at 4:32pm ET
I'm definitely enjoying myself here in Sacramento. It's funny what a difference a year can make. In the beginning, when I was traded, it wasn't so much where I was going, it was just resisting, almost, where I was leaving. It wasn't anything against Sacramento.
LakerDude27 at 4:32pm ET
Chris, what has been the big difference with a short season?

Chris Webber at 4:32pm ET
Actually, I like it better. It's more competitive, and every game means something. But it's definitely harder on your body.
Koolie G from echosat.com at 4:32pm ET
Who are some of the players you like to watch play?

Chris Webber at 4:33pm ET
I'm a big NBA fan. I love watching lots of players. My favorites personally are Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Latrell Sprewell, Stephon Marbury, I like Kevin Garnett and Rasheed Wallace's game...Allen Iverson. But this year, I've got to say, the person I've watched the most has to be Vince Carter. I love the highlights he gave us this year.
TGrec from proxy.aol.com at 4:33pm ET
Are you going to see (the new) "Star Wars"?

Chris Webber at 4:34pm ET
Definitely. Who isn't going to see "Star Wars" -- it's already a classic!
Haus at 4:34pm ET
I am a collector of sports cards, do you collect anything?

Chris Webber at 4:36pm ET
Yes. I collect African-American history artifacts. Speeches, slave tools, books, inventions by many minorities who have helped build this country. Of my collection, I'm most proud of a postcard from Malcolm X while he was in Mecca, (sent) back here to Alex Haley, when Alex Haley was writing "The Autobiography of Malcom X." And I have some works by Frederick Douglass. When he died, they burned his house down with much of his speeches and works, but I've got some of them. I'm very proud of them.

Chris Webber at 4:37pm ET
First, I'd like to thank everyone who "clicked in," and for their support over the past couple of years. Your blessings and prayers have helped me through tough times, and I hope that you'll continue to support me and wish us good luck in the Playoffs.

at 4:44pm ET
Thanks to C-Webb for joining us today! and CWebb's FanFare Mag Q&A

 

Jason Williams
CNNSI 10 Q&A'S
1. Those two kids in that commercial: Is that really you and Randy Moss? No, they got two little kids. I knew the commercial was coming. I didn't know it was going to be anything like that. 2. OK. What about Moss? Does he have game? Could he play in the NBA? I think he could. It's gonna take some work. He's got the skills. I think that's obvious. He'd struggle at first, but if he put his mind to it, he could do it. 3. If you could be in any band in the world, which band would you want to be in? I don't really know. I like music a little bit, but not like people probably think I do. Never do I, like, pop in a CD at home. Ever. Only time I listen to it is in the car, turning on the radio. Whatever station is on. I'm pretty wide-open. If there's an old song that I like, I can listen to it. It don't matter to me. 4. Who has the worst uniforms in the NBA? Well, there's a bunch of new ones out there this year. I haven't really looked at uniforms like that. Houston's -- theirs aren't very good. Don't like those pinstripes. 5. Anybody ever mistake you for Jayson Williams of the Nets? Ahh, no. Not yet. I hope that don't happen. He's a little bigger than me. 6. It's a Saturday night in Sacramento. What are you doing? I'm hanging at home, probably, with my dog and my girlfriend. I don't really go out too much. I try to stay out of trouble. 7. What's the strangest thing you've ever seen one of your teammates eat? Like Vlade Divac. Does he eat anything weird? Vlade's pretty plain. He's funny. I saw him eat a hot dog. He eats it plain. That's weird to me. I could never eat just a dry hot dog. 8. Florida and Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship game this weekend. Who do you like? There's no question. Florida wins. No overtime, either. It's gonna be a blowout. 9. The NFL recently banned the "throat-slashing" gesture. Good or bad? What'd they ban it for? I don't think they should have banned it. It's just part of the game. Let 'em do it. As long as they don't hurt nobody, no problem. 10. Do you wish they all could be California girls? No, not really. No. That's overrated I think. Florida. That's where I met mine.
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