Article updated: 12/2/2012 8:15 PM

Has big contract affected Gibson’s play?

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Bulls forward Taj Gibson, left, shoots against Philadelphia 76ers center Lavoy Allen during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Chicago on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012. The Bulls won 93-88.

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When Taj Gibson drained his first shot attempt, an 18-foot jumper, on Saturday night against Philadelphia, it was sort of a déjà vu moment. Didn't he used to do that all the time? His 7.0 points, 4.9 rebounds and .440 field-goal percentage this season are all career-lows.