NBA fans have been quick to roast Rudy Gobert for revealing that he felt pity for Anthony Davis during the Timberwolves’ loss to the Lakers on Friday night. Despite leading by 13 points shortly after halftime, the Timberwolves were unable to hold off a ferocious Lakers comeback, with Davis scoring 17 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter and dominating on the glass, in the post, and at the rim.
Rudy Gobert indicates Lakers went on run after he felt pity for AD
"I had the ball. … I could've went and dunked it, but AD was laying there. So I was like, that’s too ruthless, I’ll just pass it out. After that it was just turnover after turnover."https://t.co/qPC8FTX7QH
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) April 1, 2023
Gobert, the Timberwolves’ center, commented after the game that he felt sorry for Davis and that his team had lost their flow offensively, which affected their defense. This comment did not go over well with NBA fans, who took to social media to criticize Gobert for his lack of competitive spirit and for seemingly admitting defeat.
this guy is such a joke LMAOOOOOO
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) April 1, 2023
What Did Fans Point Out Evaluating Gobert’s Comment on Anthony Davis?
Fans pointed out that pity has no place in professional sports and that Gobert’s comments were a sign of weakness rather than empathy. Many also questioned Gobert’s defensive abilities, noting that he was on the bench during the Lakers’ decisive 24-2 run in the third quarter.
how do u pity a player better than u ☠️ your just soft
— 👁️ (@wayy2slimey) April 1, 2023
Rudy Gobert if he wasn’t 7 foot pic.twitter.com/sQMTDDYwsI
— Calvin Ridley enjoyer (@iStealEBTCards) April 1, 2023
While Gobert’s comments may have been well-intentioned, they were seen by many as a missed opportunity to inspire his team and rally them to victory. In a crowded Western Conference playoff race, every game matters, and teams need to fight until the final buzzer if they hope to secure a spot in the postseason.
Meanwhile, the Lakers are riding high on the back of Anthony Davis’ dominant performances and are looking to improve their playoff seeding as they establish themselves as a legitimate contender. With Davis leading the charge, the Lakers have won five of their last six games and are tied with the New Orleans Pelicans for seventh place in the Western Conference.
As the NBA playoffs approach, every game becomes more crucial, and players and fans alike know that there is no room for pity or excuses. The Timberwolves will need to regroup quickly if they hope to bounce back from their loss to the Lakers, while the Lakers will be looking to build on their recent success and make a deep run in the playoffs. With so much at stake, every player will need to bring their A-game if they hope to come out on top.
Lakers Led by Davis and James Secure Crucial Win Against Timberwolves
In a game that had major playoff implications, the Los Angeles Lakers secured a critical win against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The final score was 123-111 in favor of the Lakers, who were led by Anthony Davis and LeBron James.
Davis was the standout player of the night, scoring 38 points and grabbing 17 rebounds. James added 18 points and 10 rebounds of his own. Mike Conley and Karl-Anthony Towns were the top performers for the Timberwolves, scoring 25 and 23 points respectively.
The Lakers are now in 7th place in the Western Conference with a record of 39-38, while the Timberwolves are two spots behind in 9th place with a record of 39-39. With the playoffs fast approaching, every win counts and this victory was crucial for the Lakers in their push for a playoff spot.
