Rudy Gobert

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Rudy Gobert

Rudy Gobert is a French professional basketball player who currently plays center for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. Standing at 7 feet 1 inch tall with an exceptional 7-foot-9-inch wingspan, he is nicknamed "the Stifle Tower." Gobert also represents the French national team in international competitions.

He is widely regarded as one of the best defensive players in basketball history. His shot-blocking and rim-protection abilities have earned him multiple NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards, establishing him as a dominant force on that end of the court.

Gobert has been in the news recently as a key player for the Timberwolves during their ongoing NBA season. His team was involved in a closely contested game where they narrowly lost to the Phoenix Suns in the final seconds. The Timberwolves' performance in group play for the NBA Cup and early-season player evaluations have also kept the team, and by extension Gobert, in the sports headlines.

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