Newly signed Taj Gibson was available for action but did not play. He hasn’t played since March 11 in Atlanta. The Post has learned he signed for the $2.5 million veteran’s minimum.
Taj Gibson Rumors
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Position: F
Born: 06/24/85
Height: 6-9 / 2.06
Weight:225 lbs. / 102.1 kg.
Salary: $3,283,684
Born: 06/24/85
Height: 6-9 / 2.06
Weight:225 lbs. / 102.1 kg.
Salary: $3,283,684
Ian Begley: Tom Thibodeau says Taj Gibson “embodies” what Thibodeau and the Knicks believe in. He said Gibson is a leader and someone willing to accept any role. Thibodeau also notes that those around the team last year saw Gibson as a mentor to Mitchell Robinson.
Steve Popper: Thibodeau notes that Taj Gibson was around a lot this summer even though he was a free agent – “We’re thrilled that he’s back with us. It’s invaluable to have that leadership.”
Mike Vorkunov: Mitchell Robinson is excited for Taj Gibson’s return to the Knicks. “It’s amazing. I’ve seen it on Instagram earlier.” On Gibson’s influence: “I learned a lot from him last year…. I can’t wait for him to come in and show me something new so I can learn and grow as a player.”
Marc Berman: Taj Gibson still doing testing protocols so still not with team. Probably not ready for tonight
Adrian Wojnarowski: Free agent forward Taj Gibson is signing with the New York Knicks, his agent Mark Bartelstein of @Priority Sports tells ESPN. The Knicks are waiving forward Omari Spellman, sources said. @Ian Begley first.
