Career Timeline of Chris Webber: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Chris Webber built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Chris Webber, nicknamed "C-Webb", is a former American professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the NBA. Drafted first overall in 1993, he was a five-time NBA All-Star, five-time All-NBA Team member, and NBA Rookie of the Year. Webber is most notably associated with his time on the Sacramento Kings, though he also played for the Golden State Warriors, Washington Bullets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Detroit Pistons.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1993: Creation of The Timeout Foundation

In 1993, Chris Webber created The Timeout Foundation, with the mission of providing positive educational and recreational opportunities to youth.

1993: Drafted into NBA

In 1993, Chris Webber was drafted number one overall in the NBA draft.

1994: Traded to Washington Bullets

In 1994, Chris Webber was traded to the Washington Bullets after exercising a one-year escape clause in his contract with the Golden State Warriors.

December 27, 1995: Triple Double Against Warriors

On December 27, 1995, Chris Webber recorded a triple double with a then-career-high 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists during a win over the Warriors.

1997: Named All-Star and led Bullets to playoffs

In 1997, Chris Webber was named to the All-Star team and led the Bullets to the playoffs for the first time in nine years.

May 14, 1998: Traded to Sacramento Kings

On May 14, 1998, Chris Webber was traded to the Sacramento Kings for Mitch Richmond and Otis Thorpe.

1998: Time in Washington Wears Out

By 1998, Chris Webber had established himself as a great power forward, but his time in Washington had also worn out.

1998: Joins Sacramento Kings

In 1998, Chris Webber joined the Sacramento Kings, where the team also signed Peja Stojaković and Vlade Divac, and drafted Jason Williams.

1999: Creation of C-Webb's Crew

In 1999, Chris Webber created C-Webb's Crew, donating a group of tickets at every Kings regular home season game to at-risk youth and their families, benefiting over 3,000 youths and their families to date.

1999: Wins Rebounding Title and Enters Playoffs

In 1999, Chris Webber won the rebounding title, averaging a league-high 13.0 rebounds per game, and the Kings made it into the 1999 Playoffs.

1999: Improved Kings Performance

In the 1999 season, Chris Webber contributed to an improved performance by the Kings, setting the stage for their future success.

2000: All-Star Selection and NBA Jam 2000 Cover

In 2000, Chris Webber was named to the All-Star team and was the cover athlete for NBA Jam 2000. The Kings improved their win column and reached the first round of the 2000 Playoffs, facing the Los Angeles Lakers. Webber had a strong performance in game four with 23 points, 14 rebounds, 7 blocks, 8 assists and 4 steals, but the Kings lost the series in five games.

2000: Start of Peak Performance

The 2000 NBA season saw the beginning of what would be Chris Webber's peak performance in his career.

July 27, 2001: Signed $127 Million Contract with Kings

On July 27, 2001, Chris Webber signed a seven-year, $127 million contract with the Sacramento Kings.

2001: All-Star Selection

In 2001, Chris Webber was named to the All-Star team, cementing his status as one of the premier power forwards in the NBA.

2001: Career High and All-Star Game

In the 2000-01 season, Chris Webber averaged a career-high 27.1 points and 11.1 rebounds. He started at forward for the Western Conference All-Star Team in the 2001 All-Star Game in Washington and finished fourth in MVP voting. He advanced past the first round of playoffs for the first time, defeating the Phoenix Suns before losing to the Los Angeles Lakers.

2002: Pacific Division Title and All-Star Team Selection

In the 2001-02 season, Chris Webber played in 54 games, leading the Kings to a Pacific Division title and a franchise-record 61-21 season. He made his fourth All-Star team and the All-NBA Second Team in 2002. The Kings reached the Western Conference Finals, facing the Los Angeles Lakers.

2003: Knee Injury

In 2003, Chris Webber averaged 23 points and 11 rebounds per game and was a possible MVP candidate, making his fifth consecutive All-Star team, though he missed the game due to a sprained ankle. During the Western Conference Semifinals against the Dallas Mavericks, Webber suffered a career-threatening knee injury, forcing him to miss nearly a year of action. This injury significantly impacted the Kings' title hopes.

2004: Return from Injury and Playoff Run

After microfracture surgery, Chris Webber returned for the final 24 games of the 2003-04 season. In 2004, he led the Kings to the Western Conference Semifinals where they faced the Minnesota Timberwolves. In game four, Webber contributed 28 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals and 1 block, although the Kings lost the series in seven games.

February 2005: Trade to Philadelphia 76ers

In February 2005, Chris Webber was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers along with Michael Bradley and Matt Barnes, for Kenny Thomas, Brian Skinner, and Corliss Williamson. Webber averaged 15.6 points and 7.9 rebounds in 21 games, but struggled to fit into the 76ers' system and was seen as a defensive liability due to a loss of quickness following his 2003 knee surgery.

2005: Signing of 20-year lease for restaurant

In 2005, Chris Webber signed a 20-year lease for his first restaurant, which later led to a lawsuit in 2010 after the restaurant's closure.

2006: Hosting of Bada Bling! celebrity weekend

In 2006, Chris Webber hosted the Bada Bling! celebrity weekend at the Caesars Palace Hotel in Las Vegas from July 28–30. The event included a live auction and celebrity poker tournament with NBA players and entertainers participating, with all proceeds donated to The Timeout Foundation.

January 11, 2007: Contract Buyout with 76ers

On January 11, 2007, Chris Webber and the Philadelphia 76ers agreed to a contract buyout for a reported $25 million for the remaining two years of his contract. The Sixers waived Webber, making him a free agent.

January 16, 2007: Signed with Detroit Pistons

On January 16, 2007, Chris Webber signed with the Detroit Pistons, wearing number 84 due to his usual number being retired. The Pistons improved their record and solidified the first seed in the East after his arrival. The Pistons lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Webber averaged 10 points and 6 rebounds in the playoffs with the Pistons.

June 28, 2007: Unveiling of African-American artifact collection

On June 28, 2007, Chris Webber unveiled his collection of African-American artifacts during the Celebrating Heritage Exhibition at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit, expressing his hope that children would learn from the artifacts.

2007: 2nd annual Bada Bling charity weekend

In 2007, Chris Webber hosted his 2nd annual Bada Bling charity weekend from July 20–22, at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.

January 29, 2008: Signed with Golden State Warriors

On January 29, 2008, Chris Webber signed with the Golden State Warriors for the rest of the season for the veteran's minimum of approximately $570,000. He played in only nine games, averaging 3.9 points and 3.6 rebounds.

March 27, 2008: First Appearance on Inside the NBA

On March 27, 2008, Chris Webber made his first television appearance on Inside the NBA on TNT, alongside Charles Barkley and Ernie Johnson.

April 25, 2008: Commentator Job Offer from TNT

On April 25, 2008, TNT offered Chris Webber a job as a commentator for the postseason.

2008: Analyst on NBA TV and TNT

In 2008, after retiring from the NBA, Chris Webber became an analyst on NBA TV's NBA Gametime Live and an occasional guest analyst on TNT's Inside the NBA.

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2008: Inside the NBA Appearance

In 2008, when Chris Webber joined Inside the NBA, a humorous initiation ceremony involved asking him how many timeouts you get in a college basketball game.

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August 2010: NBA Asia Challenge 2010

In August 2010, Chris Webber played in the NBA Asia Challenge 2010 at Araneta Coliseum in Metro Manila, an exhibition game featuring NBA legends, NBA Development League players and Philippine Basketball Association stars and legends.

2015: Executive Producer of "Somewhere in the Middle"

In 2015, Chris Webber was the executive producer for the independent romantic-drama film Somewhere in the Middle by Lanre Olabisi.

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2016: Professor at Wake Forest University

In 2016, Chris Webber began working as a professor of practice at Wake Forest University, teaching a class in sports storytelling.

2016: Host of "Fearless or Insane" Podcast

In late 2016, Chris Webber began hosting Fearless or Insane on Podcast One.

2017: Regular Panelist on NBA on TNT's Players Only

From 2017, Chris Webber became a regular panelist during NBA on TNT's Monday coverage called Players Only, which features only former NBA players as studio analysts, play-by-play announcers, and color analysts for games.

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2018: Role in "Uncle Drew" Film

In 2018, Chris Webber played the role of Preacher in the film Uncle Drew, which starred Kyrie Irving.

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2021: Launch of private equity fund for minority-owned cannabis businesses

In 2021, Chris Webber announced the launch of a private equity fund aimed at investing in cannabis businesses owned by minorities, emphasizing the need for diversification and equity within the cannabis industry.

2021: Teaching at Morehouse College

In 2021, Chris Webber began teaching at Morehouse College, instructing an online course on athlete activism.

2021: Parted Ways with TNT and Teaching at Morehouse College

In 2021, Chris Webber parted ways with TNT on the eve of the NBA playoffs. He also began teaching at Morehouse College, instructing an online course on athlete activism.

2022: Launch of "Players Only" cannabis brand

In 2022, Chris Webber announced the launch of "Players Only", a cannabis brand featuring various products such as flower strains, cartridges, pre-rolls, vapes, sport recovery and performance products, and apparel.

2025: Return to TNT Sports as College Basketball Analyst

In 2025, Chris Webber returned to TNT Sports as a college basketball analyst and will feature on the network's coverage of the Players Era Festival tournament in Las Vegas in November.