Rudy Gobert, born on June 26, 1992, in Saint-Quentin, France, is a professional basketball athlete playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. He measures 7 feet 1 inch (2.16 meters) with a wingspan of 7 feet 9 inches (2.36 meters). Rudy Gobert's basketball career began at JSC Saint-Quentin before he joined Cholet Basket Espoirs, where he debuted professionally at the age of 19. In the 2013 NBA Draft, he was picked by the Utah Jazz as the 27th overall selection and remained with them until 2022. Throughout his tenure with the Jazz, Gobert received several honors such as being crowned NBA Defensive Player of the Year on four occasions and earning a spot on the All-NBA First Team seven times.
In 2022, he transitioned to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves and continues to play for the team. Over his NBA journey, Gobert has been named an All-Star three times in consecutive years in 2020, 2021, and 2022. Additionally, he has achieved recognition as NBA Defensive Player of the Year four times, as of 2024.
Rudy Gobert's Injury History
Rudy Gobert has faced numerous injuries throughout his career from which key injuries include issues with his calf, foot, and ankle, all of which have caused him to miss games throughout his tenure with different teams. Despite these setbacks, Gobert has made comebacks and played for the teams.
| Date of Injury | Injury Name | Description |
| March 16, 2024 - March 21, 2024 | Ribs | Rudy suffered a rib injury, which kept him out for 3 games. |
| March 10, 2024 - March 11, 2024 | Hamstring | He had a hamstring issue and missed 1 game due to the injury. |
| February 24, 2024 - February 26, 2024 | Ankle | Rudy injured his ankle, missing 1 game as a result of the injury. |
| January 10, 2024 - January 11, 2024 | Hip | Rudy had a hip injury and missed 1 game for recovery. |
| February 26, 2023 - February 27, 2023 | Illness | He was sidelined by illness for 1 game. |
| February 8, 2023 - February 9, 2023 | Groin | Rudy experienced a groin strain and missed 1 game to heal. |
| February 1, 2023 - February 2, 2023 | Groin | He missed 1 game due to another groin issue. |
| January 18, 2023 - January 22, 2023 | Groin | Rudy sustained a groin injury, forcing him to miss 3 games. |
| December 30, 2022 - December 30, 2022 | Illness | He missed 1 game due to illness. |
| December 16, 2022 - December 20, 2022 | Ankle | Rudy was out for 3 games due to an ankle injury. |
| November 5, 2022 - November 8, 2022 | Health Protocols | Missed 2 games as he was under health protocols. |
| March 27, 2022 - March 28, 2022 | Leg | A leg injury caused him to miss 1 game. |
| March 12, 2022 - March 13, 2022 | Foot | Rudy had a foot injury that kept him out for 1 game. |
| January 24, 2022 - February 13, 2022 | Calf | He was sidelined for 9 games due to a calf injury. |
| January 7, 2022 - January 15, 2022 | Health Protocols | Rudy missed 4 games due to being under health protocols. |
| January 5, 2022 - January 6, 2022 | Shoulder | He missed 1 game because of a shoulder injury. |
| April 17, 2021 | Rest | He sat out for 1 game for rest purposes. |
| November 23, 2019 - November 26, 2019 | Ankle | Rudy had an ankle injury, which caused him to miss 2 games. |
| April 10, 2019 | Ankle | He missed 1 game due to an ankle injury. |
| December 16, 2017 - January 18, 2018 | Knee | Rudy missed 15 games after suffering a knee injury. |
| November 11, 2017 - December 3, 2017 | Knee | A knee injury forced him to miss 11 games. |
| March 11, 2017 - March 12, 2017 | Knee | He missed 1 game due to a knee injury. |
| December 3, 2015 - January 6, 2016 | Knee | He missed no games during a knee issue as it didn’t require time off. |
| November 12, 2015 - November 14, 2015 | Ankle | No games were missed due to an ankle issue. |
Major injuries Rudy Gobert sustained in the NBA
Rudy Gobert has faced several significant injuries during his NBA career, which have affected his playtime at various times. The major injury he faced during his career was a knee injury.
Knee (November 2017)
In November 2017, Rudy Gobert sustained a bone bruise in his right knee during a match against the Miami Heat on the 10th. The injury took place in the second half when Heat player Dion Waiters collided with Gobert’s leg while attempting to retrieve a loose ball. Gobert's knee twisted awkwardly, causing him noticeable pain.
An MRI scan confirmed a bruised lower leg, leading to an estimated absence of 4-6 weeks from play, as reported by the official NBA website. The Utah Jazz announced that he would undergo re-evaluation after four weeks. Ultimately, Gobert was sidelined for 11 games between November 11 and December 3, 2017, while playing for the Jazz.
Knee (December 2017)
In December 2017, Rudy Gobert suffered a sprained posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) in his left knee during a game against the Boston Celtics on December 15. The injury occurred when his teammate Derrick Favors fell backwards into Gobert's leg, causing him to hit the floor in pain.
An MRI revealed the PCL sprain along with a bone bruise in his tibia, as per the official NBA website. Gobert was ruled out for one month and was re-evaluated after two weeks. During the time period of December 16, 2017, to Jan 18, 2018, Rudy Gobert missed 15 games for the Utah Jazz and came back into play on January 19, 2018, against the New York Knicks.
FAQs on Rudy Gobert
A. Rudy Gobert is a professional basketball player who plays as a center.
A. Rudy Gobert has played for the Utah Jazz and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
A. Rudy Gobert is 7 feet 1 inch (2.16 meters) tall.
A. Yes, Rudy Gobert is from France and represents the French national team in international competitions.
A. Rudy Gobert was born in Saint-Quentin, France.
