Taj Gibson News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

"Haslem-esque," "Tanking commander": NBA fans react to Taj Gibson wanting to return next season Veteran big man Taj Gibson is interested in returning for his 18th NBA season despite approaching the age of 41 years old. Gibson's decision resulted in various reactions from fans...

APRIL 14 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Logs 19 minutes in start Gibson accumulated four points (1-4 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes during Sunday's 132-101 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Gibson joined the Grizzlies late in the season as a locker room presence and emergency depth option. He totaled 10 appearances, posting averages of 3.4 points and 2.7 rebounds in 9.7 minutes per contest.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Clint Capela has 23 as Rockets rest stars in 132-101 rout of Grizzlies

Clint Capela had a season-high 23 points with 13 rebounds s Houston’s stars sat out in a 132-101 rout of the injury-plagued Memphis Grizzlies to end the regular season

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Starting Sunday Gibson will start Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Gibson will make his first start of the season in the team's season finale. The veteran big man has averaged 3.4 points and 2.2 rebounds in 7.4 minutes per contest over his last five appearances, but he could be in line for a larger role Sunday.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Houston takes on Memphis following Thompson's 41-point game

Houston takes on the Memphis Grizzlies after Amen Thompson scored 41 points in the Houston Rockets' 136-132 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report Gibson (foot) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's meeting with the Nuggets.

Impact Gibson is set to return from a one-game absence Wednesday, and he should play limited minutes off the bench. Gibson is averaging 3.5 points and 2.6 rebounds per game this season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 10th straight home win

Denver enters a matchup against Memphis after winning nine home games in a row

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Officially out Gibson (foot) is out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Gibson was added to the injury report as doubtful due to right foot injury management, and the team has since made the decision to hold him out for Monday's tilt. Rayan Rupert, Dariq Whitehead and Toby Okani should be expected to step up in the frontcourt with Gibson and Taylor Hendricks (thumb) out.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Gibson (foot) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Gibson is expected to miss the second leg of this back-to-back set, leaving the Grizzlies incredibly thin in the frontcourt.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs six boards in return Gibson (foot) tallied zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist across seven minutes Sunday in the Grizzlies' 131-115 loss to the Bucks.

Impact The veteran big man had missed the Grizzlies' previous four games due to right foot injury management but was able to reclaim a small role in the rotation Sunday. With the Grizzlies in the midst of a back-to-back set, Gibson could be a candidate to rest in Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Gibson (foot) is available for Sunday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact Gibson has missed the Grizzlies' last four matchups while tending to a foot injury, but he'll be ready to go if needed Sunday. He figures to serve as frontcourt depth behind Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Taylor Hendricks.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Gisbon (foot) is probable for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Gibson is trending towards a return after four games on the sidelines. He's likely to be an emergency depth option depending on how many Grizzlies are available.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis takes on Milwaukee, looks to break 3-game skid

Memphis looks to end its three-game skid when the Grizzlies take on Milwaukee

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Gibson (foot) is out for Friday's game versus Toronto.

Impact This will be Gibson's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list. With Sunday's game in Milwaukee being the first of a back-to-back set, it wouldn't be shocking to see Gibson spend at least one more game on the sidelines.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Gibson (foot) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Gibson is expected to miss a fourth straight game due to a right foot injury. If the veteran center is ruled out, Taylor Hendricks would likely see a slight bump in minutes.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Spencer, Grizzlies to host Barnes and the Raptors

The Memphis Grizzlies take on the Toronto Raptors in non-conference play

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Ruled out Wednesday Gibson (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Gibson will miss a third straight game due to a right foot issue, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against the Raptors. With the veteran center out, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Tyler Burton are candidates to see a slight bump in minutes.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

New York visits Memphis on 3-game road slide

New York will look to break its three-game road losing streak when the Knicks play Memphis

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Could play vs. Knicks Gibson (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Gibson has missed the Grizzlies' last two matchups due to right foot soreness. He'll presumably take the court for shootaround and warmups to determine whether he feels healthy enough to give it a go Wednesday.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Gibson (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact Gibson will miss a second consecutive contest due to right foot soreness. Taylor Hendricks will likely see a bump in minutes due to Olivier-Maxence Prosper (wrist) and Gibson being sidelined. The veteran center's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Knicks.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Gibson (foot) is doubtful for Monday's game versus the Suns.

Impact It's looking like Gibson will miss his second straight game Monday, and his minimal minutes will go to Taylor Hendricks. Check back closer to Monday's tipoff for official confirmation on Gibson's status.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix visits Memphis on 4-game road slide

Phoenix comes into a matchup with Memphis as losers of four road games in a row

MARCH 29 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Gibson (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Gibson had initially been labeled doubtful, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. Olivier-Maxence Prosper and GG Jackson should anchor the Grizzlies' frontcourt Saturday night. Gibson's next chance to play will come Monday against the Suns.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to face Bulls Gibson is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Bulls due to right foot soreness.

Impact Gibson's foot injury has been a nagging issue, and it's likely to prevent him from suiting up in the tail end of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set. The veteran center has appeared in seven games with Memphis this season, averaging 9.3 minutes. His absence would leave center duties to Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Taylor Hendricks (thumb).

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Gibson (foot) is available for Monday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Gibson was previously listed as questionable due to right foot soreness but will push through and suit up Monday. In four games with the Grizzlies this season, the veteran big man is averaging 3.3 points and 3.0 rebounds in 10.3 minutes per contest.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

TAJ GIBSON NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES

Clint Capela has 23 as Rockets rest stars in 132-101 rout of Grizzlies

Houston takes on Memphis following Thompson's 41-point game

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 10th straight home win

Memphis takes on Milwaukee, looks to break 3-game skid

Spencer, Grizzlies to host Barnes and the Raptors

New York visits Memphis on 3-game road slide

Phoenix visits Memphis on 4-game road slide