NBA 2017-18: 5 offseason moves that have benefited their team

4) Taj Gibson, Minnesota Timberwolves

Taj Gibson

Previous season: 9.0 points per game, 4.5 rebounds per game, 0.6 assists per game, 0.6 steals per game, 0.7 blocks per game

This season: 11.4 points per game, 8.3 rebounds per game, 0.9 assists per game, 0.9 steals per game, 0.6 blocks per game

Gibson signed with the Timberwolves for $14m in the offseason after a drab season with the Oklahoma City Thunder. This is a great acquisition, a veteran player to help a youthful Timberwolves side - which also reunited Gibson with Tom Thibodeau, who was Chicago Bulls' head coach while the 32-year-old was there.

Gibson mainly played from the bench with the Thunder, which was a significant contrast to life with the Bulls. His reduced minutes ultimately showed in his production on the court, though Thibodeau has faith in his ability and from past experiences, clearly trusts him with responsibilities too.

He provides key rebounds as well as a strong presence in the paint. The Timberwolves, who missed out on the playoffs last season, have improved to 15-11 this term so far - placing them fourth in the Western Conference.

Can't keep a good guy down, Blessed to be apart of the timberwolves and reunite with coach Thibs… https://t.co/SvNPR1KYiu

— Taj Gibson (@TajGibson22) July 12, 2017