Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert was ruled out for the remainder of the team’s game against the Kings on Sunday.

The Timberwolves sidelined Rudy Gobert for the rest of Sunday’s matchup against the Kings, citing undisclosed personal reasons.

The Timberwolves didn't elaborate on what the personal reasons are, but Gobert exited the game with 7:48 left in the third quarter. He was having a big game with seven points, 12 rebounds, three assists, and one block in 20 minutes.

The NBA upgraded Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert's foul on Suns big Mark Williams to a flagrant 2 in the third quarter at Target Center.

Rudy Gobert has been a cornerstone for the Timberwolves since joining the team, particularly noted for his defensive prowess and rebounding ability. Before his unexpected exit, Gobert had already contributed significantly to the game with 20 minutes on the court,

Gobert has a lengthy list of fines from the NBA. Throughout his 13-year career, the 7-foot-1 center has amassed 98 infractions, totaling $493,000 in fines. This is on top of the one-game suspension he received in 2023 for throwing a punch against New Orleans Pelicans forward Kyle Anderson.

Gobert was on the wrong end of a Curry flurry during the 2024 Olympics. Friday, the "Stifle Tower" ruined Curry's return and the Warriors' comeback with rebounds, putbacks and dunks down the stretch.

Wolves center Rudy Gobert elbowed Suns big man Mark Williams while attempting a mid-air dunk, which resulted in the French star's ejection.

Rudy Gobert had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Donte DiVincenzo made a clutch 3-pointer with 28 seconds remaining and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 127-120

Takeaway: DiVincenzo continues to surge up this list. The sharpshooter is also proving to be a barometer for Minnesota’s team success. He’s at his best when the Wolves are playing with pace and moving the ball, which is also when the Timberwolves are at their best as a team.