History of Taj Gibson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 19, 2026

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 24, 1985: Taj Gibson's Birth

On June 24, 1985, Taj Jami Gibson was born.

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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.