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[love_them_kings]

Feeling a little nostalgic tonight I decided to poke around and see what Philly fans are thinking about the trade. I actually had to laugh because on one of their message boards there was a thread titled "SKINNER HAS HUGE NIGHT FOR THE KINGS" and they all expressed surprise that he could play so well. Obviously they keep track of their players as well.

After checking out a couple of boards, I was pleasantly surprised. Despite what the Philly media says, I think the fans (at least on the boards) have a lot of respect for Webb. Most fans think they are very lucky to have him, and there is a lot of concern that OBrien won't utlilize Webb well. While all of the feedback wasn't positive, I'd say that a good 75% of it was (which is probably at least as high as the positive feedback he got here ) It was weird reading about them worrying about his knee, wanting him to rest it in back to backs, and all the things we used to do a week ago. Anyway, after reading that I felt good that CWebb has a new family that will hopefully care for him and come to love him the way we have over the years.

 

[EmKingsFan4]

I am really glad to hear that, at least the majority, of the Philly fans are treating Webb well! That was something I was a bit worried about, after hearing that Philly fans had once booed Santa Claus.. He didn't have a spectacular game but I believe that we will see him do some great things over there...I do not believe that his best basketball days are over yet! GO CWEBB..3,000 ASSISTS AND COUNTING!!

 

[4cwebb]

Listening to the Sixers' game on 3/1 vs. the Bucks, it was interesting/disturbing to listen to the play-by-play because on many possessions, it seemed CWebb didn't even touch the ball. Of course, as hot as AI was, I'm not surprised...20 pts. in the first quarter and 45 after 3. But even on a night when another player would have had a huge offensive night for the Kings, CWebb would have been one of the main distributors of the ball. AI doesn't really need the help, just the time to probe the defense to find an opening.

 

[Ryle]

Listening to the Sixers' game on 3/1 vs. the Bucks, it was interesting/disturbing to listen to the play-by-play because on many possessions, it seemed CWebb didn't even touch the ball. Of course, as hot as AI was, I'm not surprised...20 pts. in the first quarter and 45 after 3. But even on a night when another player would have had a huge offensive night for the Kings, CWebb would have been one of the main distributors of the ball. AI doesn't really need the help, just the time to probe the defense to find an opening.

Is this really surprising???

AI will always handle the ball, control the ball and monopolize the ball. He will also jack up as many shots as possible.

 

[love_them_kings]

Listening to the Sixers' game on 3/1 vs. the Bucks, it was interesting/disturbing to listen to the play-by-play because on many possessions, it seemed CWebb didn't even touch the ball. Of course, as hot as AI was, I'm not surprised...20 pts. in the first quarter and 45 after 3. But even on a night when another player would have had a huge offensive night for the Kings, CWebb would have been one of the main distributors of the ball. AI doesn't really need the help, just the time to probe the defense to find an opening.

Well, keep in mind that Webber was in foul trouble from early on, and only played twenty something minutes before fouling out. But, no question, AI will always be the primary ball carrier, regardless of if he is hot of not. Many of the 76er fans pointed out that their coach (who many seem to not like) needs to adjust things to get Webb involved in the offense more, because the style of game they play isn't the way Webb is used to playing. Either way, when Webb is in there he is opening up AI by drawing his share of defenders, but you know that isn't how Webb wants to be used. I am a little apprehensive about how this trade will work out for Webb, but it is early days & I am very hopeful. They have been given an incredible player, so hopefully they figure out soon how to utilize him better.

 

[iheartBrad]

Those Philly fans are NO fan of Jim O'Brien...they don't like his rotations...they don't like his whole coaching philosophy...and actually some of the Celtics fans felt the same way when he was in Boston...so yeah i heard that they think that J O'B isn't gonna utilize him the way he should as well....i also heard that they seem to think that he'll never utilize Matt Barnes in the ways he should either...they really don't expect him to ever see any solid playing time

 

[6th]

...i also heard that they seem to think that he'll never utilize Matt Barnes in the ways he should either...they really don't expect him to ever see any solid playing time

Yep! Which is why Matt will be looking for another team in the off season. As a free agent, he gets to field any offers that come his way. Petrie, I am counting on you to offer the kid a chance to come home. Doesn't have to be a great contract, but at least enough for him to take a look at coming back to us in Sacramento.

 

[sloter]

Well, keep in mind that Webber was in foul trouble from early on, and only played twenty something minutes before fouling out.

Also, keep in mind that when a player is going 6 for 16 (I don't know how that's possible if he's barely touching the ball) you shouldn't let him take any more shots anyway.

 

[outsider62]

Also, keep in mind that when a player is going 6 for 16 (I don't know how that's possible if he's barely touching the ball) you shouldn't let him take any more shots anyway.

16 shots in 23 minutes and barely touching the ball! If that's true it means he shot each time he received the ball.

 

[piksi]

16 shots in 23 minutes and barely touching the ball! If that's true it means he shot each time he received the ball.

which would explain only 1 assists

 

[Heuge]

Also, keep in mind that when a player is going 6 for 16 (I don't know how that's possible if he's barely touching the ball) you shouldn't let him take any more shots anyway.

I do not know why who hate the guy so much...his team won.

 

[Alacron]

Also, keep in mind that when a player is going 6 for 16 (I don't know how that's possible if he's barely touching the ball) you shouldn't let him take any more shots anyway.

Right, because that's how you win games... stop shooting if you drop below 40% at some point during the night.

Iverson is a career 41.7% shooter (41.9% this year); Webber is 48.7% (44.6% this year). Yet Iverson is #1 in shot attempts per 48 while Webber is #3. Obviously Webber is a ballhog insistent on jacking up bad shots.
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[Twix]

It's a good thing AI had a great shooting night cause if he didn't, the 76ers would have lost. They won by 7 points with AI's 48 points. I also believe they need to set more plays for Webb and use him more. Webb did attempt quiet a few shots but perhaps he should set more screens, etc for his teammates? He only got 1 assist in the Bucks game? They need to try getting more players involve and not just AI. You don't want your team to be a team that if both AI and Webb have a bad shooting night, you lose. I guess this is why the 6ers fans aren't happy with their coach.

Back to love_them_kings' post: Thanks for the fans scouting report.

 

[Bricklayer]

Webb's getting the ball in scoring positions right now rather than passing ones. That will the great challenge for Philly -- what sets Webb apart and makes him a potential HOF talent is his nearly unprecedented ball handling and passing skills for a big man. If you don't put him in position to make decisions with the ball, then you are wasting him. And that's going to be the real difficulty for Philly since Iverson's whole game thus far has been predicated on the idea that HE is going to be the guy making decisions with the ball almost every time down the floor. In order for this marriage to work, they have to find a way to mix that up. As of right now, Webb is just playing pretty much as another Iverson flunky waiting for A.I. to kick it to him for a shot.

 

[KP]

After checking out a couple of boards, I was pleasantly surprised. Despite what the Philly media says, I think the fans (at least on the boards) have a lot of respect for Webb.

I think It's more like what the Sacramento media is saying they will say in Philly. It seems like everyday I have to listen to someone in the Sacramento media say, "Just wait, Philly is going to hate C-Webb and really give it to him."
...sad

 

[sloter]

As of right now, Webb is just playing pretty much as another Iverson flunky waiting for A.I. to kick it to him for a shot.

Pretty much. Which means that other guys won't even touch the ball.
I have to admit though that I was surprised to see that Korver somehow managed to jack up 15 threes...

 

[love_them_kings]

I think It's more like what the Sacramento media is saying they will say in Philly. It seems like everyday I have to listen to someone in the Sacramento media say, "Just wait, Philly is going to hate C-Webb and really give it to him."
...sad

Yeah, I don't get that. It seems like some people WANT Webb to do badly, and WANT the Philly media to tear him apart. I don't get that. Whether or not you agree with the trade, Webb gave his heart and soul to this team. He didn't ask to be traded, has only expressed desire to be here. Since the trade, he has been completely classy and respectful, and has only had good things to say about the Kings. So, why not wish him the best? I don't get it.

 

[4cwebb]

Webb's getting the ball in scoring positions right now rather than passing ones. That will the great challenge for Philly -- what sets Webb apart and makes him a potential HOF talent is his nearly unprecedented ball handling and passing skills for a big man. If you don't put him in position to make decisions with the ball, then you are wasting him. And that's going to be the real difficulty for Philly since Iverson's whole game thus far has been predicated on the idea that HE is going to be the guy making decisions with the ball almost every time down the floor. In order for this marriage to work, they have to find a way to mix that up. As of right now, Webb is just playing pretty much as another Iverson flunky waiting for A.I. to kick it to him for a shot.

Listening to Sixers vs. Nets tonight --- this is exactly what is happening, and CWebb is struggling mightily to adjust.

 

[Last Cup of Sorrow]

Where is the 76ers fans msg board?

 

[BullKing]

cut webber. He sucks. He has one leg. He can't jump. He can't shoot. He gets paid alot. He is soft.
From now on I will only refer to him as Peg Leg.

Still pleasantly surprised ???

what a bunch of haters...come on give the man some time

On a side note i feel sorry for Webb

Edit: ehh, what the heck, another quote:

Webber is 1 more stinker away from hearing the boo-birds. You just know it's going to happen

 

[mazzystar]

Dang, gotta feel bad for him, really do. Especially with the kind of fans Philly has.

 

[love_them_kings]

Still pleasantly surprised ???

what a bunch of haters...come on give the man some time

On a side note i feel sorry for Webb

Edit: ehh, what the heck, another quote:

haven't been to the boards today, but last night there was much more positive than negative, which is all you can ask for. And, Webb got comments very similar to that from Sac fans on the radio and even on this forum while he was here. Webb is going to have a hard time adjusting, this is 100% different game then he played in Sac. I hope that the fans give him some time to show them what he can do.

 

[love_them_kings]

Where is the 76ers fans msg board?

http://www.nbawire.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=sixers

http://forums.espn.go.com/espn/forum?start=0&forumID=481&byThread=true


here's a couple I just found -- not the ones I saw last night (I forgot to bookmark)

These look pretty frustrated with Webb. I hope he finds his game SOON!

 

[Just_Lurkin]

i also heard that they seem to think that he'll never utilize Matt Barnes in the ways he should either...they really don't expect him to ever see any solid playing time

I've noticed that as well(then again they don't think he's using anyone right). I didn't think anyone outside of the kings would be hip to barnes. I don't blame them for being upset with him not being used. Hopefully that changes.

 

[Twix]

Thanks for those links, love_them_kings. Lots of mixed fans about Webber.

But it was nice to see a thread talking about Kenny Thomas and saying good stuff about him as a player. I like that.

 

[ReinadelosReys]

He who shall not be named, is a big boy. He's been through a lot worse, he'll be ok.