Newz Forum: BASKETBALL: Kings All-Star Webber rests knee another day

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Chris Webber missed his second day of practice with the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday to rest his surgically repaired left knee.

Webber, a five-time All-Star who played just 23 games last season, hopes two days of rest will reduce swelling in his knee. Last week, the forward said his knee felt strong after a summer of rest.

He underwent surgery after tearing ligaments in his knee during a playoff game against Dallas in May 2002. The Kings struggled when he returned to the lineup last season, blowing the Pacific Division title and eventually losing a seven-game series to Minnesota in the second round of the playoffs.

The Kings will depart for a preseason trip to China after Sunday's home exhibition game against Golden State.