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Taj Gibson: Your guide to the OKC Thunder’s secret weapon

By Heather Koontz

Feb 24, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Taj Gibson (22) speaks to the media prior to action against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Taj Gibson (22) speaks to the media prior to action against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 14, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Consequently, Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Taj Gibson (22) controls the ball against Brooklyn Nets small forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (24) during the second quarter at Barclays Center. And, Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

Highlights

Most of all, Gibson is a defensive powerhouse. He fights for rebounds. He doesn’t give up. And Gibson is a perfect solution to fill the gap left by the intimidating presence of Kendrick Perkins.

Due to these skills, he’s already made his mark with several memorable plays, including this jaw-dropping bucket from the other end of the court:

Gibson played 25 regular season games with Oklahoma City  averaging 9 points per game. Additionally, he’s grabbed an average of 4.5 rebounds per game. With a near 72% free throw efficiency and 49.5 field goal percent, he’s a well-rounded addition to both the bench and the starting lineup.

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