As the world waited to see what magician Sam Presti would conjour up for the OKC Thunder behind the closed doors of his office, fans took to Twitter to share in the suspense, shock, glee, and conflicting reports.
Here’s the highlights from OKC Thunder fans, departing players, newly acquired players and even some Bulls fans who were somewhat salty over the lopsided trade:
There Was Speculation:
There Was Sass:
Sam Presti Was Praised:
https://twitter.com/A_Francisco1/status/834854490268434435
Related: OKC Thunder trade for Gibson and McDermott
A Friendship Suffered:
https://twitter.com/6ixManRT/status/834862619546771457
Inside Information Surfaced:
Thunder Fans Rejoiced:
https://twitter.com/okcthunder/status/834996618168520704
Bulls Fans Mourned:
Players Said Goodbye:
https://twitter.com/MrAnthonyMorrow/status/834868477789892608
Related: Quick React Trade Grade
Bonus:
“Now, it’s off to OKC and a new chapter in my life and I’m so excited to see what lies ahead. All I can tell the Thunder fans is that you’ll get everything I’ve got every single day and I’m looking forward to our journey together!” – Gibson
Bulls fans sentiments to Gibson leaving offers insight to the quality of character the OKC Thunder have added to their roster:
Bulls fans bid adieu to Gibson:
dvareon THANK YOU TAJ FOR ALL YOU HAVE GIVEN TO THIS CITY!
finishstrongbasketball Thank you Taj. Forever a Bull
the.kitty.consumer Respect!!!
maragotskillzzz NOOOOOoooooo
maragotskillzzz I’m crushed but I still luv u
areynaga18 We’ll miss you Taj. All the best in the future
prezidentdash Gonna miss you in that Bulls uniform
iosc_1 I will miss you Taj. You have a special place in every Chicago Bulls fan’s heart. Thank you for everything and best of luck to you.
erjpollo Thanks for your hard work everything you did for this team is appreciated. Good luck in your new journey!
kennyhess25 We gonna miss you man! Good luck at OKC! Keep grindin
vitalyatwoodvlogs 😭😭😭😭😭😭
vitalyatwoodvlogs Good luck at OKC man ever since I been watching the bulls I been watching u good luck
ancient_apex_art✊👊✊👊✊💙💚💙💚 much love @tajgibson22 sad to see you go. I will remain your fan regardless.
shaniqua_84Love u taj @tajgibson22
gnutt2Nothing but respect and love! Good luck in OKC man 😔
islandgyal67You’ll be missed! This was a bad deal!!! We NEVER should’ve traded you! This is Chicago’s loss! Gar & Pax have lost it!
santijisaJust can I say is… THANK YOU AND GOOD LUCK. WE WILL MISS YOU A LOT
OKC Thunder fans welcome Gibson with open arms:
And following the warm welcome at the airport Taj Gibson was touched by the welcome.
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For a Twitter Diary encompassing the roller coaster emotions OKC Thunder fans experienced check out Jeremy Lambert’s article.
Over the next few days and weeks celebrations will continue on and off social media. Make sure to stay connected to Thunderous Intentions for your full trade coverage and all things OKC Thunder.