The New York Knicks have a big decision to make regarding Taj Gibson.
During the All-Star break, Gibson’s second 10-day contract will expire, forcing the Knicks to decide whether they want to part ways permanently or sign him to the roster for the remainder of the season. Players can only sign two 10-day deals in a single season, unless
Coach Tom Thibodeau said after Wednesday night’s game against the Orlando Magic that he wasn’t sure exactly what route the Knicks would take when it came to Gibson.
“I don’t know,” Thibodeau said. “It’s something that (president) Leon (Rose) and his staff (will decide) … We have some roster spots that are open, so I’m sure we will do that at some point.” discuss what our options are.
Gibson, who has previously worked with Thibodeau in Chicago, Minnesota and New York, has been on and off the Knicks roster all season. He was originally signed in mid-December following Mitchell Robinson’s ankle injury, but was released less than a month later.