Taj Gibson is an American professional basketball player currently with the Memphis Grizzlies. Drafted 26th overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2009 after playing college basketball for USC, Gibson is a power forward/center. Over his NBA career, he has played for several teams, including the Bulls, Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Washington Wizards, Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets before joining the Grizzlies.
9 hours ago : Taj Gibson Retires From NBA After 17 Seasons to Join Chicago Bulls Coaching Staff
NBA veteran Taj Gibson is retiring after 17 seasons. He is expected to transition into a coaching role as an assistant for the Chicago Bulls, marking the end of a long playing career and a return to the franchise where he first made his mark.
June 24, 1985: Taj Gibson's Birth
On June 24, 1985, Taj Jami Gibson was born.
2002: Rookie team win in Rookie Challenge
During the All-Star Weekend, Taj Gibson played in the Rookie Challenge in 2009, where the Rookie team won for the first time since 2002.
2006: Gibson attended Calvary Christian
In 2006, during his senior year, Taj Gibson attended Calvary Christian in San Fernando, California.
2007: Named to Pac-10 All-Freshman team
In 2007, at age 21, Taj Gibson was named to the Pac-10 All-Freshman team while playing basketball at the University of Southern California.
2008: Gibson helped beat rival UCLA
In 2008, Taj Gibson helped USC beat rival UCLA.
July 2009: Gibson Signed with the Bulls
In July 2009, Taj Gibson signed with the Chicago Bulls along with fellow draft pick James Johnson.
2009: Named to All-Pac 10 Tournament Team
In 2009, Taj Gibson was named to the All-Pac 10 Tournament Team, helping the USC Trojans win the Pacific-10 tournament championship.
2009: Gibson drafted by Chicago Bulls
In 2009, Taj Gibson was selected 26th overall by the Chicago Bulls in the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the USC Trojans.
2010: Bulls signed Carlos Boozer
During the 2010 off-season, the Bulls signed power forward Carlos Boozer. Gibson started the first 15 games of the season because Boozer broke his hand before the pre-season.
May 10, 2011: Gibson helped take a 3-2 lead against Atlanta
On May 10, 2011, Taj Gibson scored all 11 of his points in the fourth quarter, helping the Chicago Bulls take a 3–2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Atlanta Hawks.
May 2012: Named to US Select Team
In May 2012, Taj Gibson was named to the US Select Team, joining other players in practicing with the US Olympic Team in preparation for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
October 31, 2012: Gibson Signed Contract Extension
On October 31, 2012, Taj Gibson signed a multi-year rookie scale contract extension with the Chicago Bulls.
2013: Gibson averaged 13 points
During the 2013–14 season, Taj Gibson averaged 13 points and 6.8 rebounds while playing mostly a bench role for the Chicago Bulls.
June 16, 2015: Gibson underwent arthroscopic surgery
On June 16, 2015, Taj Gibson underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle and was ruled out for four months.
February 23, 2017: Gibson Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder
On February 23, 2017, Taj Gibson, along with Doug McDermott and a 2018 second-round draft pick, was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
July 10, 2017: Gibson Signed with Minnesota Timberwolves
On July 10, 2017, Taj Gibson signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves, reuniting with coach Tom Thibodeau, and became the second NBA player ever to wear No. 67.
November 22, 2017: Gibson scored season-high 24 points
On November 22, 2017, Taj Gibson scored a season-high 24 points in a win over the Orlando Magic.
February 15, 2018: Gibson scored season-high 28 points
On February 15, 2018, Taj Gibson scored a season-high 28 points against the Los Angeles Lakers.
July 9, 2019: Gibson signed with the New York Knicks
On July 9, 2019, Taj Gibson signed with his hometown team, the New York Knicks.
November 19, 2020: Knicks waived Gibson
On November 19, 2020, the New York Knicks waived Taj Gibson.
January 7, 2021: Gibson re-signed with the Knicks
On January 7, 2021, Taj Gibson re-signed with the New York Knicks.
July 8, 2022: Gibson was waived
On July 8, 2022, Taj Gibson was waived again by the New York Knicks.
July 19, 2022: Gibson signed with the Washington Wizards
On July 19, 2022, Taj Gibson signed with the Washington Wizards.
September 15, 2023: Gibson re-signed with the Wizards
On September 15, 2023, Taj Gibson re-signed with the Washington Wizards.
December 15, 2023: Gibson signed with the New York Knicks
On December 15, 2023, Taj Gibson signed a one-year deal with the New York Knicks, returning for a second stint with the franchise.
January 7, 2024: Gibson was waived by the Knicks
On January 7, 2024, Taj Gibson was waived by the New York Knicks.
March 6, 2024: Gibson signed a 10-day contract with the Detroit Pistons
On March 6, 2024, Taj Gibson signed a 10-day contract with the Detroit Pistons.
July 13, 2024: Gibson signed with the Charlotte Hornets
On July 13, 2024, Taj Gibson signed a 1-year, $3.3M contract with the Charlotte Hornets.
April 9, 2025: Gibson played his 1000th NBA game
On April 9, 2025, Taj Gibson played his 1000th NBA game in a loss to the Toronto Raptors.
February 26, 2026: Gibson signed with the Memphis Grizzlies
On February 26, 2026, Taj Gibson signed a two-year contract with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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