Rudy Gobert Playoff History

Rudy Gobert, a towering figure from France, has left an indelible mark on the NBA with his exceptional defensive prowess. Standing at an impressive 7'1", Gobert's basketball journey began at a young age in 2003 when he joined the JSC St-Quentin club. His talent and dedication were evident from the start, as he excelled with the French under-18 national team, emerging as the top scorer and rebounder at the FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship.

After honing his skills with Saint-Quentin BB and Cholet Basket, Gobert's dreams of playing in the NBA became a reality in 2013 when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets with the 27th overall pick. However, on the same night, he was traded to the Utah Jazz, where his career truly took flight.

Rudy Gobert established himself as a defensive force in the NBA during his time with the Utah Jazz. His presence in the paint and exceptional performance earned him the nickname, "The Stifle Tower." Gobert's defensive prowess was recognized with his three Defensive Player of the Year awards ranking third in NBA history.

In July 2022, Gobert's career took an unexpected turn when he was involved in a blockbuster trade that sent him to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In his first season with the Timberwolves, Gobert averaged 13.4 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game while logging 30.7 minutes per game across 70 appearances.

Rudy Gobert Playoff Appearances

Gobert has reached the NBA Playoffs 8 times in his professional career. Since 2017, the towering Frenchman has etched his name in the postseason every single year, maintaining an impressive streak of eight consecutive playoff appearances as of May 2024.

After his recent move to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Gobert's impact on the defensive end has been nothing short of remarkable. In the 2023-24 season, he is making his eighth consecutive playoff appearance and the Timberwolves are counting on his defensive brilliance to propel them deep into the postseason. His most impressive postseason run was in the 2020 season when he averaged 16.9 points per game with the Utah Jazz.

Rudy Gobert Playoffs Win-Loss Record

Throughout his illustrious career, Rudy Gobert has amassed a playoff win-loss record of 27 wins and 35 losses. During his tenure with the Utah Jazz, Gobert struggled to lead the team past the Western Conference Semifinals. However in the 2023-24 season, Gobert finds himself in his fourth Conference Semifinals appearance, and all eyes are on him to be the driving force behind the team's postseason success.

Gobert has been exceptional in defense as he averages 11.3 rebounds and 0.7 steals per game in the playoffs. His ability to protect the rim and disrupt the opposing offense has been game-changing for the team.

Rudy Gobert Conference Finals Record

Despite his impressive regular season performances and defensive dominance, Rudy Gobert has yet to make an appearance in the Conference Finals as of May 2024. ​

One of Gobert's closest brushes with the Conference Finals came in the 2021 postseason when he was still donning the Utah Jazz jersey. In that series against the Los Angeles Clippers, Gobert and the Jazz held a promising 2-0 lead. However, despite Gobert's solid averages of 12.5 points and 11.7 rebounds, the Clippers staged a remarkable comeback, ultimately prevailing in six games and dashing Utah's hopes of advancing further.