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[Saba Sports News] Rudy Gobert finds himself at odds with a considerably smaller opponent. The incident unfolded during Sunday’s game when Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso engaged in a seemingly unnecessary box-out against Minnesota Timberwolves center Gobert as the first half concluded. Gobert reacted by pushing Caruso away,
leading to a brief verbal altercation between the two, which required their teammates to intervene.
Footage of the event highlighted Caruso’s initiation of contact, particularly targeting Gobert’s knee area. Following the Bulls’ 109-101 victory, Gobert issued a cautionary statement to Caruso, referencing a past knee injury sustained in a similar situation and expressing hope for league intervention to prevent future occurrences. While Caruso is celebrated for his diligence and basketball fundamentals,
Gobert’s concern raises valid points, especially since the play occurred after the halftime buzzer, questioning the need for such a box-out. Despite Gobert’s wish for a rematch, the season’s schedule marks the end of their direct confrontations, adding a layer of intrigue to their interaction, especially given Caruso’s history of being involved in aggressive plays.