During last night’s game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Atlanta Hawks, Timberwolves’ center Rudy Gobert had a close call when an object fell from the Jumbotron at Target Center.
Gobert narrowly avoided what could have been a serious accident as the unidentified object plummeted onto the court, missing him by mere feet.
The incident occurred at the end of the first quarter as players were heading towards their respective benches. The object, later identified as a horn attached to the Jumbotron, unexpectedly fell onto the hardwood. Gobert, who was walking nearby, was visibly shocked, and understandably so, as the falling object could have caused significant injury.
Commentators quickly addressed the situation, explaining the potential danger.
“Something just fell from the Jumbotron…It was within feet of Rudy Gobert,” one commentator noted, highlighting the gravity of the incident.
Rudy Gobert almost got taken out by a piece of the Jumbotron 😳
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— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) January 28, 2025
Despite the scare, Gobert remained unscathed and played a crucial role in the Timberwolves’ victory, contributing 18 points and 10 rebounds. The Timberwolves defeated the Hawks 100-92, bringing their season record to 25-21 and placing them four games above .500 for the first time this season.
The incident sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with some fans humorously speculating that Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green, known for his animosity towards Gobert, was somehow involved. Others expressed genuine concern for Gobert’s safety, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation to prevent similar incidents in the future.
