MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES STAR FEELS DISRESPECTED AFTER ALL-STAR SNUB
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert expressed his disappointment after being left out of the NBA All-Star Game. Gobert’s teammates Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards were selected, but the Frenchman was left behind.
In an interview with reporters, Gobert admitted feeling insulted but encouraged Towns to enjoy his moment. He assured Towns that being snubbed was not a new experience for him and that he always sees the bigger picture.
Despite being the anchor of the NBA’s top defense, Gobert was not chosen as one of the West reserves by the league’s coaches. Gobert’s statistics speak for themselves, with impressive rankings in rebounds, field-goal percentage, total blocks, contested twos, and screen assists.
Towns acknowledged Gobert’s crucial role in the Timberwolves’ success in the first half of the season. He believes that Gobert’s defensive impact was instrumental in securing their spot in the All-Star Game. Towns expressed his disappointment at Gobert’s absence, stating that it felt weird not having him there.
Gobert’s exclusion from the All-Star Game has left him feeling disrespected, but he remains focused on the bigger picture. Despite the snub, his contributions to the Timberwolves’ success cannot be denied.
