History of Chris Webber in Timeline
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.
2 hours ago : Michigan's Fab Five Reunion at Final Four: Celebrating Webber and Wolverines Friendship
The Michigan Fab Five reunited at the Final Four, celebrating their bond and Michigan's basketball legacy. Webber's infamous timeout was also remembered. They attended the game against Arizona.
1901: Acquisition of Booker T. Washington autobiography
In Chris Webber's collection of African-American artifacts, which he began collecting in 1994, includes an original 1901 publication of an autobiography by Booker T. Washington.
March 1, 1973: Chris Webber's Birth
On March 1, 1973, Mayce Edward Christopher Webber III, also known as "C-Webb," was born. He is an American former professional basketball player.
1990: Named Mr. Basketball of Michigan
In 1990, Chris Webber was named Mr. Basketball of Michigan.
1991: Named National High School Player of the Year
In 1991, Chris Webber was named the National High School player of the year.
1991: Fab Five Arrive at Michigan
In 1991, Chris Webber, along with Juwan Howard, Jalen Rose, Jimmy King, and Ray Jackson, formed the "Fab Five" as freshmen at the University of Michigan.
1992: Forfeiture of Final Four Victory
Due to concerns about Chris Webber's amateur status, Michigan forfeited its 1992 Final Four victory over Cincinnati, as well as its runner-up status in the 1992 tournament.
1992: NCAA Championship Appearance
In 1992, as freshmen, Chris Webber and the Fab Five reached the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship game.
April 5, 1993: Timeout Error in Championship Game
On April 5, 1993, during Michigan's second consecutive appearance at the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship game, Chris Webber called a timeout when his team had none remaining, resulting in a technical foul that clinched the game for North Carolina.
1993: Forfeiture of 1992-1993 season
Due to concerns about Chris Webber's amateur status, Michigan forfeited the entire 1992–93 season and removed Final Four banners.
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.
1993: NCAA Championship Appearance
In 1993, as sophomores, Chris Webber and the Fab Five reached the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship game for the second consecutive year.
1994: Payment to Ed Martin
In 1994, Chris Webber admitted in a plea that he gave Ed Martin about $38,000 in cash as partial repayment for expenditures Martin made on his behalf.
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.
1994: Began collecting African-American artifacts
In 1994, upon entering the NBA, Chris Webber began collecting African-American artifacts, starting with the purchase of two slave records. He viewed these artifacts as a reflection of his beliefs and aspirations and as encouragement to overcome life's obstacles.
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.
1995: First Michigan High School Athletic Association State Championship
In 1995, Chris Webber's youngest brother, David, won the first of his three Michigan High School Athletic Association state championships. He eventually became Mid-American Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Year.
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.
1997: Washington Bullets renamed to Wizards
In 1997, the Washington Bullets were renamed to the Wizards.
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.
1998: Arrest and charges for assault and drug-related offenses
In 1998, Chris Webber was arrested and charged with second-degree assault, resisting arrest, possession of marijuana, driving under the influence of marijuana, and other traffic violations after being pulled over for speeding in Prince George's County, Maryland. He was later acquitted of the assault and drug-related charges but paid fines for lesser violations.
1998: Marijuana found, Fila drops Webber as endorser
Later in 1998, Chris Webber paid a $500 fine after U.S. Customs found marijuana in his bag while leaving Puerto Rico on a promotional tour for Fila sneakers. Subsequently, Fila dropped Webber as an endorser, and an arbitration panel awarded him $2.61 million for breach of contract.
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: 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: Charged for Lying to Grand Jury
In 2002, Chris Webber was charged for lying to a grand jury as part of an investigation of a numbers gambling operation and the University of Michigan basketball program, involving booster Ed Martin.
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.
February 2003: NBA Community Assist Award
In February 2003, Chris Webber received the NBA Community Assist Award for his contributions.
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.
2003: SLAM Magazine Top 75 NBA Players
In 2003, Chris Webber ranked #64 in SLAM Magazine's Top 75 NBA players of all time.
2003: Webber's Knee Surgery
In 2003, Chris Webber underwent microfracture surgery on his knee, resulting in a loss of lateral quickness. This negatively impacted his performance after being traded to the 76ers in 2005.
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: ESPN.com Top Power Forwards
In 2005, Chris Webber ranked #11 in an ESPN.com experts poll of the top power forwards of all time.
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.
April 18, 2006: Fine for Absence from Final Home Game
On April 18, 2006, Chris Webber and Allen Iverson were fined for not attending the Philadelphia 76ers' final home game of the season, which was Fan Appreciation Night. Both were injured and not expected to play, and they later apologized for their absence.
November 2006: Decline in Role and Frustration
In November 2006, it was reported that Chris Webber's minutes and production had declined significantly, with coach Maurice Cheeks turning him into a $20 million role player. Webber expressed frustration with team president Billy King but claimed he was not requesting a trade.
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.
2006: Opening of Center Court With C-Webb
In 2006, Chris Webber opened Center Court With C-Webb, a restaurant in Sacramento, California.
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 25, 2008: Retirement from Basketball
On March 25, 2008, Chris Webber retired from basketball due to persistent problems with his surgically repaired knee and was waived by the Warriors.
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.
2008: Controversy surrounding 2002 Western Conference Finals
In 2008, former NBA referee Tim Donaghy alleged in court papers that Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals between the Kings and Lakers was fixed by the NBA. Commissioner David Stern denied these allegations. Lawrence Pedowitz led a review concluding the game was poorly officiated, but there was no concrete evidence it was fixed. The series had many controversial calls against the Kings, especially in game 6.
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.
February 6, 2009: Jersey Retirement Ceremony
On February 6, 2009, Chris Webber returned to ARCO Arena, home of the Sacramento Kings, to participate in the ceremonies surrounding the retirement of his jersey, #4.
November 17, 2009: Closure of Center Court With C-Webb
On November 17, 2009, Chris Webber's restaurant, Center Court With C-Webb in Sacramento, California, closed due to the Great Recession.
2009: The Book of Basketball Ranking
In 2009, Chris Webber ranked #72 on a list of the Top 96 NBA players of all time in Bill Simmons' book, The Book of Basketball: The NBA According to the Sports Guy.
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.
2010: $3 million lawsuit filed by Promenade
In 2010, Promenade, the property owner, filed a $3 million lawsuit against Chris Webber after the closing of his first restaurant, claiming violation of a 20-year lease signed in 2005 and seeking funds for re-leasing the property and overdue rent.
March 2011: The Fab Five Documentary Airs
In March 2011, ESPN Films aired a documentary called The Fab Five. Webber declined to participate in the documentary.
2013: Ban from Michigan Program Ends
In 2013, Chris Webber's ban from any affiliation with the University of Michigan program ended, following his conviction of perjury related to a scandal involving payments from boosters.
2013: Attends NCAA Championship Game
In 2013, despite a previous ban, Chris Webber attended the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship game between Michigan and Louisville, watching from a private suite and expressing support for the Michigan team on Twitter.
2013: NCAA Dissasociation Ban Ends
In 2013, the NCAA's order for Michigan to disassociate itself from Chris Webber ended.
2013: Michigan's Self-Imposed Ban Ends
In 2013, the self-imposed 10-year ban on the University of Michigan's association with the remainder of the Fab Five players ended.
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.
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.
November 3, 2018: Public Appearance at University of Michigan
On November 3, 2018, Chris Webber made his first post-ban public appearance at the University of Michigan, participating as an honorary captain for a football game against Penn State.
2018: Role in "Uncle Drew" Film
In 2018, Chris Webber played the role of Preacher in the film Uncle Drew, which starred Kyrie Irving.
2019: Juwan Howard becomes head coach
In 2019, after Juwan Howard became head coach at Michigan, Chris Webber expressed openness to reconciling with Michigan basketball.
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.
2021: Induction into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
In 2021, Chris Webber was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
2021: The Athletic's Top 75 NBA Players
In 2021, to commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary, The Athletic ranked their top 75 players of all time, and named Chris Webber as the 65th greatest player in NBA history.
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.
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