Memphis brings in Taj Gibson after buying out Kyle Anderson
Memphis The Grizzlies have agreed to a contract buyout for veteran wing Kyle Andersonleaving them an open spot on the list when the transaction goes through. Before clearing the buyout, the Grizzlies made up their minds bring in a veteran own with the agreed signing of That Gibson for their open roster spot, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
Taj Gibson’s upcoming signing will leave the Grizzlies with 15 standard roster spots and three contract spots at two spots. In order to reach the required 14 places in the league before the addition of Gibson, The Grizzlies have signed former Portland Trail Blazers wing Ryan Rupert on a 10-day contract.
Gibson will debut for the Grizzlies as one of the oldest players in the NBA at 40 years old. This will be his 17th season in the league after spending last year with the Charlotte Hornets.
The 26th overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, Gibson appeared in 37 games for the Hornets last year, including 11 starts, while logging just over 11 minutes per game. He averaged 2.9 points and 3.2 rebounds while shooting 49.5 percent from the field, 50 percent from the 3-point line and 60 percent from the free throw line.
Gibson began his career with the Chicago Bulls, where he played for seven and a half seasons before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder at the trade deadline in 2017. He also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons.
Gibson will bring a veteran presence to a young Grizzlies team. At this point in his career, his leadership and presence off the court is more valuable than what he brings to the court.
2026-02-27 00:37:00
