Yardbarker: Taj Gibson

USC and Renardo Sidney part ways

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:29:55 -0500

ESPN.com basketball writer Andy Katz talks about the fact that USC will no longer be recruiting Renardo Sidney and offers commentary on the NBA draft status for Taj Gibson and Marcus Johnson.

Is this possible for UCLA fans?

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:56:44 -0500

Can Bruins fans root for USC during the rest of the NCAA tournament? It's an honest question. Is it possible for UCLA people to appreciate the classiness of Taj Gibson, of how hard he has worked, of how he's been...Source: Los Angeles Times Submitted By: BobTheBruin Direct Link

Gibson Perfect from Floor, Trojans Slay Eagles 72-55

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 13:35:37 -0500

By and large, the 10th-seeded USC Trojans play an uptempo type of game, which would serve them well against the 7th-seeded Boston College Eagles on Friday at Minneapolis, MN. Led by Taj Gibson who was perfect from the floor (10-for-10), USC raced to

Gibson Perfect from Floor, Trojans Slay Eagles 72-55

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:10:17 -0500

By and large, the 10th-seeded USC Trojans play an uptempo type of game, which would serve them well against the 7th-seeded Boston College Eagles on Friday at Minneapolis, MN.

Trojans Trounce Boston College, 72-55

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:42:29 -0500

Bye-Bye Boston! USC trailed 30-34 at the half, but four minutes into the second, the Trojans turned it on. Taj Gibson was a perfect 10 for 10 from the field with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 3 blocks. Lewis had 20 points including 4 three-pointers, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. DeRozan had 18 points and 9 rebounds, as 'SC tops BC to reach the second round of the NCAA tournament.

Pac10 Semifinals (UCLA vs justsc) Video Highlights

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 12:18:03 -0500

The tone was set with Taj Gibson's physical shove on PAA early in the game. Yeah, the SPTRs didn't call the foul, but don't blame them for this loss. The Bruins needed to take that shot from Taj as a sign to bring it and bring it hard, because justsc was hungry and physical. We needed to equal or exceed that physical play and not worry about the calls. Source: Bruins Nation Submitted By: BobTheBruin Direct Link

The Juice Factor could make Gibson Stay at 'SC

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:37:17 -0500

Could O.J. Mayo influence Taj Gibson to stay at USC for his senior season?

The Juice Factor could make Gibson Stay at ?SC

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 21:44:48 -0500

Because of his age, 23, it has been widely rumored that USC center Taj Gibson, would be entering the NBA Draft at the end of this year in order preserve the few good years he has remaining. Well after his remarks in the Orange County Register, it seems as if Gibson may actually elect to [...]

Trojans are left dejected

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:16:26 -0500

Taj Gibson, Daniel Hackett find it difficult to stomach USC's loss to the Bruins. USC forward Taj Gibson sat slumped by his locker stall, shaking his head, saying, "It's going to be a long week of school, a long week of class, a long week of practice." Source: Los Angeles Times Submitted ...

Hoop Weekend 11/22/08

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:06:01 -0500

Saturday is once again barren of college hoops as football rivalry games litter the schedule. Sunday, we'll see the end of the Puerto Rico tip-off, including consolation games. Sunday Xavier vs. Memphis, 7:30pm, ESPN2 (Puerto Rico) This is the best televised game we have, as these are two teams ...

Hofstad’s Bracketology: November 20

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:13:53 -0500

We saw our first top 25 upset today. Not one, but two. Seton Hall rallied from 15 down at halftime to knock off Taj Gibson and the #19 USC Trojans. Michigan relied on a stiffling 1-3-1 defense to force a bunch of turnovers and stun #4 UCLA. How will this impact my bracketology? Look for [...]

1st Impression of DeMar DeRozan

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 19:32:35 -0500

(AP Photo/Danny Moloshok) First off this team is Taj Gibson's. He lead the Pac-10 last year in blocks, but still had an off year all around. This year he should dominate. Additionally, the offense cannot function without Daniel Hackett. Ok onto DeMar: 1) excellent body control 2) very level headed 3) ...

Trojans Make Anteater Stew

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 19:34:50 -0500

Dwight Lewis (18 pts, 7 rebounds) and Taj Gibson (17 pts, 6 rebounds) didn't miss a step in Saturday's game against the Irvine Anteaters, winning their first home opener since Tim Floyd took the reigns as head coach four years ago. Hackett was solid with 10 pts, 5 assists and 3 steals, and ...

Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-Up

Fri, 02 May 2008 17:43:32 -0500

If you missed my interview with Leigh Steinberg, I suggest you check it out. I am no longer a 1L! For those of you non-legal people, that means that I made it through the toughest year of law school. Hopefully, it will be all smooth sailing from here. I am back home in South Florida, where I will be working on Dynasty for the rest of this summer (minus a short trip to Israel from May 11-21). Picking the next two Dynasty interns is going to be close to impossible, but I am going to give it my best. Also, keep lookout for a HUGE change to the look of this site. I am working on a complete switch over to a new design, but it will take a while (expect it sometime at the end of May). Anyway, here are some stories I missed over the past week: * I think it's safe to say that basketball agent, Jeff Schwartz, is no longer invited to dinner at Lute Olson's house [Blame agents and everyone else]. * Chances are you have never heard of this guy, but he just became the third highest paid offensive tackle in the NFL [Roos Gets $43 Million Extension From Titans]. * He must be a true sportsman, he's the only player to win the award twice [Suns' Hill Wins 2007-08 NBA Sportsmanship Award]. * The ladies are looking for some top notch endorsements too [Payback time for Danica Patrick and women's sports?]. * The 11th annual University of Kentucky Sports Marketing Academy is right around the corner. Too bad you can't buy a ticket to it [Sports Marketing Academy Begins Second Decade]. * Taj Gibson stays, Davon Jefferson goes