Rudy Gobert Says He Wants to Win a Championship and Be the Best Defender in NBA History

3 months ago

Rudy Gobert Says He Wants to Win a Championship and Be the Best Defender in NBA History

"Being an NBA champion, that's an objective. Yes, champion. Best defender in history, four times," Gobert said of his goals before retiring. Gobert has four Defensive Player of the Year awards. "I'm really focused on the present moment," he said. "The day I retire, I'll have plenty of other things on the side to keep me busy."

By Adit Pujari

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