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

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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Feb 24, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Consequently, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Taj Gibson (22) reacts after dunking the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. And, Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

What the future holds

Now, Chance the Rapper calls Gibson his “big bro.” And, some of Gibson’s best friends since youth are still by his side today. As a result of his past, he keeps his friends close.

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In fact, Watson is Gibson’s personal assistant and even shared an apartment with him in Chicago.

One thing about this life: People say you change because of the money, but it’s everybody around you who changes,” Gibson told Bazer.

Now, Gibson wears a blue #22 jersey. Not to mention, he’s returned to the starting lineup—sure, not for every game, but it’s a deserved spot nonetheless.

After the playoffs, Gibson will become an unrestricted free agent.  Thus, forcing the question—should he stay, or should he go?

Well, I don’t know about you, but if my name is Sam Presti, I’m getting my pen ready.