The long arm of the law may have a say in Webber's season.

IS THE CWEBB JURY STILL OUT?
In a hoops court, yes. With his big bucks and big rep, Chris Webber is definitely a star. And his postseason numbers last year (23.7 ppg/10.8 rpg) were solid. But for some reason, CWebb took a supporting role to Mike Bibby in the Western Conference finals. We like CWebb's game, we like his impact on the Kings and we really like his girl, Tyra. But before we deliver a verdict, we'd like to see him deliver in big-game situations.

STARTING FIVE
When Bibby returns from his foot injury, this team, one through five, has a better lineup than the Lakers. But that was also true in Game 7 of the conference finals.

Pacific Division

1. Kings

2. Lakers

3. Clippers

4. Blazers

5. Sonics

6. Suns

7. Warriors

Scouting Report Index

Chris Webber, PF: Kings hope his legal troubles won't distract him
Peja Stojakovic, SF: Career highs of 21.2 ppg, 48% FG, 42% 3PT last season
Vlade Divac, C: Three words of advice: Grab the ball!!!
Doug Christie, SG: The Turk lurks: Hedo will push for his job
Mike Bibby, PG: Claims, with a straight face, the Kings can win 70 games

BENCH
Keon Clark provides more size up front, but is he really a threat to Shaq? Bobby Jackson's a Sixth Man candidate again.

GLOBAL VIEW
Divac (Yugoslavia) led NBA centers
with 3.7 apg last season.

FREEWHEELIN' WITH WALTON
Take the crying towels and get these guys a mirror. Make a shot!

This article will appear in the November 11 issue of ESPN The Magazine.