Taj Gibson Announced His Retirement From NBA After 17 Seasons—Will Coach With Bulls
Taj Gibson has announced his retirement from the NBA after 17 seasons. Gibson has also confirmed that he has just been hired as an assistant coach for the Chicago Bulls. Therefore, the next chapter for Gibson is already underway.
Nonetheless, on Monday Gibson took a moment to reflect on his career as well as future. Taj released a statement regarding his retirement decision. Gibson stated,
“Today is a very emotional day for me.
After 17 seasons in the NBA, I can honestly say I gave this game everything I had.
Basketball gave me the opportunity to live a dream. As a kid from Brooklyn, NY, I was lucky to get a chance to display my talent on the biggest stage. From Fort Greene Projects to USC, to the Chicago Bulls, and every team and city that came after, I’m grateful for every moment, every teammate, every coach, and every person who believed in me.
I wanted to be the guy my teammates could count on someone who brought toughness, energy, leadership, and heart every time I stepped on the court.
To my family, my friends, my teammates, my coaches, my agent, the NBA , NBPA and the fans, thank you. You were all a part of this journey.
But this isn’t goodbye to Basketball. It’s the beginning of a new chapter.
After 31 years of basketball, I can walk away with no regrets, knowing I left everything on the floor. God has truly blessed me.
Thank you Basketball”
Taj Gibson Announced His Retirement From NBA After 17 Seasons—Will Coach With Bulls
Gibson, always a fan favorite, was drafted by Bulls in 2009 and played the first 7.5 seasons of his 17-year career in Chicago. Taj averaged 8.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 17 NBA seasons with the Bulls, Thunder, Timberwolves, Knicks, Wizards, Pistons, Hornets, and Grizzlies.
The Chicago Bulls met with Gibson during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to first discuss his latest opportunity. Both sides loved the idea of Taj joining the Chicago coaching staff. Now the former Bull will return to the Chicago Bulls as an assistant coach under Tiago Splitter.
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