Alex Caruso Compares Timberwolves With Rudy Gobert To Lakers 2020 Championship Winning Strategy: “The Fit Is Great Because Gobert Does All The Things That KAT Doesn’t Do Well And KAT Does Things Gobert Doesn’t Do Well”

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The Minnesota Timberwolves made one of the biggest trades in NBA history when they gave up 4 first-round picks (3 unprotected picks) and a haul of players to the Utah Jazz to acquire Rudy Gobert. It has been a controversial trade for the high price point, but many have advocated for it, considering the Wolves are trying a new and interesting strategy.

Gobert joining the team would officially move Karl-Anthony Towns to play as the power forward, something that is suited to his offensive skill-set. Offensive-minded centers often make good power forwards, and the Wolves are adding one of the most gifted scoring big men in the league today with a former 3-time Defensive Player of the Year.

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso is really intrigued by how this will play out and thinks it’s a good fit, comparing this duo to the 2020 Lakers running either JaVale McGee or Dwight Howard as the center next to Anthony Davis. 

“It reminds me a lot of the LA team when we won the championship. We would start AD at the 4 and save his body a little bit by not having to bang with centers for the whole season. 82 games is a grind, going through the trenches every night, having to set screens, hit guys, rebound, run, and block shots. It just reminds me of having JaVale and Dwight to do some of that dirty work.” 

“The fit is great because Gobert does all the things that KAT doesn’t do really well and KAT does things Gobert doesn’t do well. It’s a good mesh and it’ll be interesting to see how it works.”

This trade has been one of the biggest talking points of the summer and reportedly set the benchmark for the Brooklyn Nets in terms of the return package they should receive for Kevin Durant.

The Wolves still need to further improve their roster to be at the level of the 2020 Lakers, as they don’t have a wing player like LeBron James to compliment a 2-center frontcourt. Ideally, they will figure out the most optimal way of playing 2 All-Star centers in Gobert and KAT. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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