Hailing from Saint-Quentin, France, Rudy Gobert burst onto the basketball scene while playing for Cholet Basket of the French League in 2012-13, where he was named the 2013 French Pro A All-Star. Following that year, Gobert was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the 2013 NBA Draft with the 27th pick, who later traded him to the Utah Jazz on draft night.
The towering French sensation quickly became an integral part of the Utah Jazz team, as he established himself as the defensive powerhouse in the NBA. While playing for the Jazz, Gobert went on to win an impressive three ‘NBA Defensive Player of the Year’ awards which is third-most in NBA history. His terrorizing paint defense earned him the affectionate nickname, "The Stifle Tower.”
After nine seasons in Utah, Gobert was involved in a blockbuster trade that sent him to the Minnesota Timberwolves in July 2022. This trade sent shockwaves through the NBA because the Timberwolves agreed to send four future unprotected first round draft picks. In his first season with the Timberwolves, Gobert averaged 13.4 points, 11.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game while playing 30.7 minutes per game over 70 games.
Rudy Gobert Career 3-point Field Goals
According to Statmuse, Rudy Gobert is yet to make a 3-pointer in his 10-year NBA career. The Timberwolves center has attempted 14 3-point field goals till date. The big man is not known for his shooting ability. On offense, he is usually deployed in the paint area to grab offensive rebounds and create second chance scoring opportunities for his team.
Rudy Gobert Wingspan
According to online sources, Rudy Gobert has a wingspan of 7 feet 8 inches. This colossal wingspan has been an essential tool in protecting the paint for Gobert since this wingspan gives him the ability to contest any shot. Gobert’s long reach deter opponents from driving to the basket and force opponents to take tough shots.
Rudy Gobert’s exceptional wingspan has become a game-changing asset for his tremendous defense which landed him three Defensive Player of the Year awards as of 2023. Additionally, it also allows him to secure rebounds more efficiently as he has consistently maintained a double-digit rebounding average throughout his NBA career, and has won one rebounding title in 2021-22 with the Utah Jazz.
FAQs
A. Rudy Gobert has a career 3-point percentage of 0% as of October 2023.
A. Gobert’s career free throw percentage is 63.9% as of October 2023.
A. Gobert has scored 8,531 career points in the NBA as of October 2023.
A. Gobert has a total of 1,451 blocks in the NBA as of October 2023.
A. Rudy Gobert plays for the French National team.
