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Taj Gibson
VITALS
Birthday:6/24/1985
Position: Power Forward
Class: Sophomore
Ht: 6-9 Wt: 230
College: USC
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
High School: Calvary Christian

Gibson has great length, but his frame looks awfully skinny.  Listed at 230, and that might be a reach, Gibson has been able to handle his own in the post.  So far in 2007-08 campaign he is averaging close to a double-double every game.  But at age 22, he is body going to be able to add more 15 more pounds and still have the explosiveness
needed to compete near the basket?  


Gibson gave his stock a tremendous lift with his strong performance against the Tar Heels in last season NCAA tournament.  He was spectacular at times defensively and had the Trojans on the way to victory before getting into foul trouble.  He needs to stay on his feet and not be overly aggressive on defense.

Needs work at foul line where his average is hovering close to 60% for his career.  This is strange because he can hit a 15 foot jumper with little problem.  We believe his poor foul shooting is more mental than mechanical, but again at age 22 is that going to change?

His huge wingspan allow for him to play off opponents at times and till be able to block shots.  He is at nearly 2 blocks a game and altars close to 4.