RUDY GOBERT NEWS

Notches double-double in win Gobert finished with 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-7 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 113-106 win over Portland.

Impact Gobert is quietly averaging a double-double this season but up until Wednesday night, he hadn't recorded one in two weeks. The former Jazz center had been struggling to match some of his production he was known for in Utah, particularly in the blocks category, but in his past four games he's been turning it around, racking up a total of 11 blocks over that span.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edwards scores 32, helps Wolves close out Blazers 113-106

Anthony Edwards scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Portland Trail Blazers 113-106

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NBA Stock Watch: Rudy Gobert, Wolves spiraling; Luka Dončić in MVP hunt

Luka Dončić can't be stopped, the Wolves can't find their footing, and the Warriors are still scary. Here's who's rising and who's falling.

JANUARY 3, 2023

Underutilized again Saturday Gobert notched nine points (3-3 FG, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 28 minutes during Saturday's 116-104 loss to Detroit.

Impact Gobert returned from a one-game absence but remained a non-factor, especially on the offensive end. From an outsider's perspective, all is not well in Minnesota. The team has simply not been able to incorporate Gobert, highlighted by the fact he has attempted fewer than eight shots in five of his past six games. The hope is that they get things figured out at some point, although time is certainly not on their side.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Gobert (illness) will take the floor Saturday against Detroit.

Impact Gobert will return from a one-game absence with a non-COVID illness and has slotted back into his starting center role. Upon his return, Naz Reid will shift back to the bench and have his workload reduced.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Detroit Gobert (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Gobert was unable to suit up Friday against Milwaukee after being listed as questionable, but he'll be in the mix to return to action a day later. If he remains out, Naz Reid should see an increased role once again.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rudy Gobert talks to the New York Times about his relationship with Donovan Mitchell Gobert discusses his transition to Minnesota; how he handles criticism; racism in Utah; and his relationship with his former Jazz teammate D...

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • SLTRIB.COM

Timberwolves face the Pistons on 5-game skid

Minnesota aims to break its five-game slide when the Minnesota Timberwolves play Detroit

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Friday Gobert (illness) is out for Friday's game at Milwaukee.

Impact With Gobert sidelined, Naz Reid should take over as the starting center and see a significant boost in workload and usage. Nathan Knight and Luka Garza could see backup minutes at the five.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Gobert is questionable to play in Friday's game versus the Bucks due to an illness.

Impact Gobert's late addition to the injury report is a bad sign for his availability Friday. Naz Reid will likely enter the starting lineup if the three-time Defensive Player of the Year is ultimately ruled out.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rudy Gobert Isn't Worried About the People Waiting for Him to Fail Gobert had a dominant run in Utah, but now he and the Minnesota Timberwolves are struggling to find their fit together. He hears the chatter...

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • NYTIMES.COM

For Rudy Gobert to thrive, his Timberwolves teammates must be better Gobert has shown he can only maximize his talent when those around him are playing at a high level.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Poor showing in loss Gobert racked up 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-2 FT) and eight rebounds over 31 minutes during Monday's 113-110 loss to the Heat.

Impact Gobert's production continues to vary on a night-to-night basis, but this was another disappointing performance from the big man, who did not record a single steal or block for the second straight game. Relative to last season, Gobert's numbers are down in virtually every key stat category -- most notably rebounds and blocks. He's down to just 12.1 boards per game (fewest since 2017-18) and a horrific 1.2 blocks (fewest since rookie season).

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Krawczynski: Where have you gone, Rudy Gobert? The Wolves find themselves faced with tough questions to answer about their prized offseason acquisition. Most importantly, where is he?

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Heat hold off Timberwolves 113-110, get back to .500 mark

Max Strus scored 19 points, Kyle Lowry added 18 points and nine assists, and the Miami Heat got back to

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns fit isn't the Timberwolves' biggest issue — rebounding is Just like last season, rebounding is the Achilles' heel for the Timberwolves, no matter who is on the floor.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Parity rules the NBA ahead of intriguing Christmas Day slate

Ric Bucher takes a microscopic look at an NBA season that has been defined solely by its unpredictability.

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Slower night than usual Friday Gobert chipped in eight points (3-4 FG, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds and two assists across 36 minutes during Friday's 121-109 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Gobert had tallied double digits in the scoring column in six straight games but didn't sport the same shooting volume as usual Friday, attempting just four shots on the night. He did collect 12 rebounds in the contest, so all was not lost from a fantasy standpoint, though he knocked down just half of his four free-throw attempts. Gobert is still a double-double threat on a nightly basis and is worth starting in the vast majority of fantasy formats at this point.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Gobert (ankle) will play in Friday's matchup with the Celtics, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Impact Gobert has been upgraded from questionable to available for Friday's game. The defensive stalwart is averaging 18.4 points, 14.0 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in 34.8 minutes across his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable against Boston Gobert is questionable to play in Friday's game versus the Celtics due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Gobert returned to action Wednesday after missing the previous three games with an ankle injury. If Gobert is unable to play against the Celtics, Naz Reid will likely be inserted into the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shows no signs of rust Gobert amassed 19 points (9-11 FG, 1-3 FT), 15 rebounds, two blocks and two steals across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 104-99 loss to Dallas.

Impact Gobert missed Minnesota's last three contests while dealing with a left ankle sprain, but he didn't need much time to ease back into game action. He dominated on the glass and notched his fifth double-digit rebounding night in his last six games. It was also a good sign to see Gobert handle a full workload, and he actually tied his top mark of the season with 38 minutes.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rudy Gobert and the Timberwolves won't go anywhere without each other "I can do anything," Gobert said. "It's just about what's best for the team."

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Doncic, Mavericks rebound to beat Timberwolves for split

Luka Doncic had 25 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds and Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 104-99 on Wednesday night to split the two-game set

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go against Dallas Gobert is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Mavericks.

Impact Gobert has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday. The veteran big man will replace Naz Reid in the starting lineup after missing the last three games with a left ankle sprain.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Wednesday Gobert (ankle) is considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt versus the Mavericks, Dane Moore of BringMeTheNews.com reports.

Impact It seems Gobert may test things out in warmups before the team makes a final decision on his status. Look for Naz Reid to start at center again if the France native ultimately sits another night.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE