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Over the past three seasons, things have had a tendency to get heated whenever the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Golden State Warriors. The Timberwolves have embraced their identity of overwhelming other teams with their size, and the Warriors, as a result, look to ramp up the physicality to make up for the height disparity. The […]

Jonathan Kuminga had a strong highlight against Rudy Gobert during Game 2 of the West Semis between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. The play took place during the third quarter. Kuminga got the ball at the 3-point line and had Gobert as his defender. Having the speed advantage, he drove […]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is a polarizing player, especially during the playoffs, but he has accomplished a great deal in his career. The 32-year-old is a four-time Defensive Player of the Year, a 2017 All-NBA Second-Team selection, a former rebounding and blocks champion and a three-time All-Star. Those accolades may one day earn Gobert […]

The Golden State Warriors earned a 99-88 Game 1 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. However, the following day was a bit dramatic after Minnesota’s head coach, Chris Finch, claimed he sent complaints to the league office. Steve Kerr reportedly quickly clapped back with a response of his own. Finch claimed he sent […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have formally submitted video evidence to the NBA office after expressing concerns over the physical treatment of Rudy Gobert during their 99-88 Game 1 loss to the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Semifinals on Tuesday night. Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch revealed the submission during a media availability on Wednesday, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a 99-88 Game 1 loss to the Golden State Warriors despite Stephen Curry leaving early due to a hamstring injury. However, it appears Minnesota is upset with the officiating, as reports indicate the team sent video evidence to the NBA of Golden State “tackling” Rudy Gobert. During a discussion with media […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost a key piece late in the first half of Game 1 of their second-round series against the Golden State Warriors. After committing a foul on Buddy Hield, Sixth Man of the Year candidate Naz Reid landed awkwardly and was subbed out of the game for Ruby Gobert almost immediately. Reid when […]

Even after a very impressive Game 7 NBA Playoffs win on the road against the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors don’t have any time to admire their work. After getting through a brutally physical series, the Warriors will kick off the second round against the Minnesota Timberwolves just 48 hours after leaving the Toyota […]

Game 1 between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves tips off at 9:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday night. Draymond Green and Rudy Gobert have had some head-turning altercations throughout their careers, making this matchup a highly anticipated series. However, leading up to Game 1, Gobert downplayed the feud he and Green have had over […]

At no point did the Golden State Warriors feel an ounce of pressure in Sunday night’s Game 7 win on the road against the Houston Rockets. Although they had squandered all momentum created with a 3-1 series lead and allowed a young, feisty Rockets team to keep their playoff hopes alive, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, […]

The tension between Rudy Gobert and Draymond Green is no secret, even for Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch. After Gobert hoped for good from Green in January, the Golden State Warriors reciprocated that statement. However, Finch left an ultimate message with the Frenchman. Chris Finch’s advice to Rudy Gobert given the Draymond Green history […]

LOS ANGELES — When the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert took the court at Crypto.com Arena for Game 5, he wasn’t just facing the Los Angeles Lakers — it felt like he was confronting every critic who had ever questioned his game. With 30 seconds remaining as the series wound down, the four-time Defensive Player of […]

The Golden State Warriors will be facing the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round of the NBA Playoffs, and it looks like they’re ready for the matchup. Draymond Green will once again have his hands full in the interior, as he’ll be going up against Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert. Green and Gobert have a […]

On Wednesday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5. The major story in this contest was Rudy Gobert, who annihilated the Lakers’ bold centerless lineup to the tune of 27 points and 24 rebounds, helping Minnesota overcome a dreadful shooting […]

On Wednesday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves punched their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first round series. It was a shockingly easy gentleman’s sweep for the underdog Timberwolves, who were led in Game 5 by a virtuoso performance from big man […]

On Wednesday, Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert joined elite company, making Anthony Edwards proud. The French big man posted 27 points and a playoff career-high 24 rebounds. Following the series win against the Los Angeles Lakers, Edwards gave a unique comparison to the Stifle Tower. “He was a dragon tonight. … He was the dragon […]

In a playoff series defined by personal rivalries and physical dominance, Rudy Gobert delivered a statement performance in Game 5, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and securing a 4-1 series win. The highlight of the night, and perhaps the series, came late in the second quarter. With […]

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves knocked the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers out of the playoffs in the opening round, clinching a 103-96 win on Wednesday night to close out the series 4-1. With Rudy Gobert anchoring the paint and delivering a huge performance, and Minnesota hitting key shots down the stretch, the Timberwolves advanced […]

Rudy Gobert’s ability as a scorer has always been an easy target for his critics. He silenced them all, at least on Wednesday night, when the Minnesota Timberwolves star big man lit up the Los Angeles Lakers with a memorable performance to help his team secure a series-clinching 103-96 win in the first round of […]

Rudy Gobert shined in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ series-clinching victory Wednesday, dominating in the paint against the smaller, overwhelmed Los Angeles Lakers. Throughout the Wolves’ 103-96 win in Los Angeles, the 7-foot-1 Gobert capitalized on the Lakers’ inferior size; oftentimes matching up against guards or wings, Gobert recorded 27 points and 24 rebounds, which are both […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round series looking to knock out the Los Angeles Lakers. It was expected that Los Angeles would bring the energy on the home floor, facing elimination. Thus far, it has been the exact opposite. The Timberwolves jumped out to a quick 12-point lead in the […]

In a high-stakes Game 5 matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves, Rui Hachimura delivered one of the most electrifying plays of the night. With 7:18 remaining in the first quarter and the Timberwolves holding a 12–5 lead, Hachimura attacked the lane and rose to dunk over Rudy Gobert, the four-time Defensive […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are now down 3-1 in their first-round series of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves following a 16-113 Game 4 loss in the Twin Cities on Sunday. That game had a thrilling end and featured physicality, as evidenced as well by a wild moment involving the […]

NBA players expressed their opinions on various subjects in The Athletic’s anonymous poll. Among them was the league’s most overrated player, with Tyrese Haliburton earning the title. However, former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins feels Minnesota Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert is the clear choice. “I disagree with Haliburton being the most overrated… It’s Rudy [Gobert], man. […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers playoff series is off to a fun start. The Wolves knocked off the Lakers to become the first team this postseason to win on the road, and Anthony Edwards was a big part of it. With Game 2 scheduled for Tuesday night back in Los Angeles, both teams […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are beginning the playoffs, not knowing if LeBron James is up to speed. But they are trying to quell concerns by getting their fans psyched up for Game 1 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers officially released an elaborate hype video on their X page to do so. The post’s title […]

As the NBA Playoffs approach, the Minnesota Timberwolves find themselves in a high-stakes first-round matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Finishing the regular season with a solid 49-33 record, the Timberwolves secured the 6th seed in the Western Conference. That set the stage for a compelling series against some of basketball’s biggest names. With a […]

Rudy Gobert understands the importance of his role in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ upcoming first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Timberwolves won their season finale against the Utah Jazz on Sunday, securing the sixth seed in the Western Conference playoff bracket. This kept them safe from having to take part in the Play-In Tournament, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves barely beat the tanking Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, holding off a Quentin Grimes surge to earn a 114-109 victory. Grimes knocked down three consecutive 3-pointers to help turn an 11-point deficit into a one-point game with just under two minutes to play, but Anthony Edwards scored five straight points to gain separation. […]

Many great players have suited up for the Utah Jazz in the franchise’s 50 seasons, but ranking players across eras is always difficult. Before we see who joins John Stockton and Karl Malone on the Top 10 list of the greatest Utah Jazz, here are the criteria that were considered when making the rankings: peak […]

In the packed Barclays Center Thursday night, one player stood tallest among all others. Rudy Gobert, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defensive anchor, pulled down 18 rebounds while adding 21 points to lead the Timberwolves to another needed 105-90 road win over the Brooklyn Nets. The victory pushed Minnesota’s record to 45-32 and showcased Gobert’s dominance on […]

MINNEAPOLIS — The energy inside Target Center on Friday night was phenomenal, with fans on their feet as the Minnesota Timberwolves’ relentless defense returned. As Jaden McDaniels blocked Kevin Durant’s signature turnaround jumper and Rudy Gobert soared through the air for his eighth powerful dunk of the evening, the Timberwolves sealed their 124-109 victory over […]

As the Minnesota Timberwolves look to create a path to the playoffs by ending the regular season on a good note, one step was completed by beating the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, 124-109. While Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was injured off an elbow received from Kevin Durant, there is a bigger hurdle for the […]

Things got a bit chippy in the third quarter of the Tuesday night matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Indiana Pacers. With around eight minutes to go in the period, Andrew Nembhard drove hard to the hoop on a blow-by against Mike Conley. Rudy Gobert then met Nembhard and provided resistance on his attack to […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves will visit the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday at Ball Arena. Rudy Gobert is questionable on the team’s status report due to lower back injury maintenance. Here’s everything we know about Gobert’s injury and playing status vs. the Nuggets. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access | Save $30)* Rudy Gobert injury […]

On Sunday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves moved to 37-29 on the season after securing their fifth consecutive victory, a 141-124 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Things are trending upward for the Timberwolves; they recently got Julius Randle back from injury and he’s been very productive since, and then on Sunday, Rudy Gobert re-assumed his […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves will host the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday at Target Center. Rudy Gobert is questionable on the team’s injury report due to low back injury maintenance. Here’s everything we know about Gobert’s injury and playing status vs. the Spurs. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access | Save $30)* Rudy Gobert […]

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has had the chance to coach some amazing international players throughout his career, but more specifically, those from France. This year, he’s been given the opportunity to coach the No. 1 overall pick, Zaccaharie Risacher, and throughout the season, he’s shown him nothing but love when talking about his […]

The Ja Morant-led Memphis Grizzlies are striving for more than individual awards, but the team will surely be doing everything possible to get Jaren Jackson Jr. $100 million worth of leverage this summer. Unfortunately, the 25-year-old’s All-NBA and NBA Defensive Player of the Year campaign is on pause due to an ankle injury. Thankfully, the […]