The question becomes, why wasn't Chris Webber named to the All-Star game? People will point to the difference in wins, but I don't buy it. To me, the situation doesn't wash. Yes, the Bullets have been a disappointment (in some quarters), but enough to leave him off, considering the impact he does have on games?
And I'm not the only one that feels that way. J.A. Adande of the Washington Post has taken a look at the snub of Webber and Howard. He even talks about the record-comparison theory. Maybe Howard and Webber split some votes between them, but then again, why didn't that also affect Laettner and Mutombo?
It's not just limited to the DC area. David Aldridge, who covers the NBA for ESPN and ESPNet Sportszone, felt that Webber definitely belonged. And the readers of ESPNet Sportszone overwhelmingly believed that Webber was the top snubbed player for this year's All-Star team.
But what's past is merely prologue. It should serve to help motivate Webber to become a better player. Most importantly, it's critical the Webber becomes a better team player (although he really is already) and to take that leadership mantle that hasn't been assumed on this team yet. Only then will this team soar to greater success.
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