Center Rudy Gobert is widely viewed as one of the best defensive players in the league, and he is highly regarded as a rim protector. The Minnesota Timberwolves’ big man is also an efficient offensive player.
Even though he is clearly a talented center, Rudy Gobert was in the news as of late due to him throwing a punch at Kyle Anderson. As a result, the Minnesota Timberwolves sent him home rather than allowing him to continue the game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
“Timberwolves have sent Rudy Gobert home after Gobert threw punch at teammate Kyle Anderson during a timeout huddle, per sources. He is out for remainder of game.”
Timberwolves have sent Rudy Gobert home after Gobert threw punch at teammate Kyle Anderson during a timeout huddle, per sources. He is out for remainder of game.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) April 9, 2023
There is no doubt that losing Rudy Gobert might end up affecting the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defense. However, it is clear that the team thought it was best to avoid any possible escalation of the situation between the two players, and it is likely that Gobert was sent home since he was the aggressor.
This season, Rudy Gobert has averaged 13.6 PPG, 11.8 RPG, and 1.4 BPG for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been solid for the team, though it is fair to say that he hasn’t been as good as in his prime with the Utah Jazz.
Rudy Gobert Has A Huge Defensive Impact For The Minnesota Timberwolves
There is no doubt that Rudy Gobert’s presence in the paint is extremely valuable, and previously, we saw Anthony Edwards explain just how much Rudy Gobert provides on the defensive end of the floor.
“I said on the bench today, I seen a guy go in and look at Rudy and have a wide-open layup. And Rudy just stabbed at him, and he threw it and Rudy stole it. Like him present in a game just affects a lot of people.”
It remains to be seen if Rudy Gobert will receive further discipline from the Minnesota Timberwolves or the league regarding the Kyle Anderson incident. They could definitely end up missing him if he ends up having to sit out for a game, especially since the play-in tournament is beginning soon.
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