Despite being a four-time Defensive Player of the Year, Gobert has often been the target of criticism by fans and NBA pundits alike. The Wolves, however, have shown nothing but support for their big man,

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards defended Rudy Gobert from fans of the Lakers trash talking during Game 1.

Anthony Edwards continues to cement his reputation as not only one of the NBA's most explosive young stars, but also one of its most fiery personalities. After the Minnesota Timberwolves dismantled the Los Angeles Lakers 117–95 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series,