Withdraw the Sacramento Kings Chris Webber dorsal

Chris Webber joined with Vlade Divac, Mike Bibby, Peja Stojakovic and Doug Chrsite to form the NBA Sacramento Kings in recent times, particularly since they arrived in the city of Sacramento, arriving to fight for the ring.

Less than a year since Chris Webber retired from basketball (just played with Golden State Warriors) and on 6 February, his bib number # 4 is withdrawn, when hosting the Utah Jazz Sacramento. Month and a half later, on March 31, Vlade Divac will like yours, the number # 21, also will be removed.

"Chris Webber was the face of the team and one of the best wing pivots of his time. It's a great person and a tremendous leader. It was fun watching him play, had great scoring abilities, rebounding and assists," said the owner of the Kings Gavin Maloof. "I also want to thank Vlade Divac their hard work, dedication and loyalty to the franchise total. It is a first class person. Along with Webber and the rest brought the Kings of darkness to bring to prominence during his tenure in Sacramento, and will always be grateful for their contribution. "

Chris Webber averaged 23.5 points and 10.6 rebounds for the Kings, with 5 times AllStar. Vlade Divac scored 13.2 points and grabbed 7.8 rebounds per game during his tenure in Sacramento. He finished his career with 13,000 points, 9,000 rebounds, 3,000 assists and 1,500 caps, which have succeeded only in addition to it the great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Hakeem Olajuwon.

"I never dreamed that this day would come," said Chris Webber. "So many people I thank, including the fans, the Maloof family, my teammates and coaches. I have great memories of Sacramento. I am glad that now I can call you my home. "

Vlade Divac said: "It's the highlight of my career to know that no one in Sacramento could wear the number # 21. I want to thank all the fans, the organization of the Kings, my family, and all the people who were there throughout my career. "

Source | news10
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