Taj Gibson has agreed to a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, marking a return to the NBA for the 40-year-old veteran, according to Shams Charania via ESPN. This will be Gibson’s 17th season, making him the 35th player in league history to appear in a game after turning 40. The 40-year-old agreed to a two-year […] The post Taj Gibson returns to NBA with Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Taj Gibson and the Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to a contract. Gibson becomes the 35th player in NBA history to play after the age of 40. Gibson, who is represented by Mark Bartelstein , appeared in 37 games last season with the Charlotte Hornets. Gibson averaged 2.9 points and 3.2 rebounds in 11.1 minutes. The Grizzlies are out of the playoff picture, but Gibson gives the team a veteran presence.
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