Rudy Gobert Biography, Net worth and Luxury Collection

• He is a French professional basketball player
• He played college basketball at the University of Utah
• He was drafted by the Utah Jazz in the 2013 NBA draft

Rudy Gobert is a French professional basketball player whose net worth in 2024 is estimated to be $50 million,  primarily from his successful NBA career. He currently plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA.

He is considered one of the best defensive players in the league, having won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award a record-tying three times. Born in Saint-Quentin, France, He began playing with the JSC St-Quentin club and then with Saint-Quentin BB. He then joined the Cholet Basket training center where he showcased his impressive defensive skills despite a late growth spurt. At Cholet, he won the Champion of France Espoirs title with Cholet Basket and a bronze medal at the European Championships in Basketball the following year.

While he was playing in France, he caught the attention of scouts and began playing in France’s second division. His efforts paid off when he was drafted 27th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2013 NBA draft.

Though he had a hard time adjusting to the NBA, his rookie season was a learning ground and his potential was evident. He earned his first All-Star selection and was named the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year, the first of three consecutive awards.

The player was recently traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, pairing him with another young star Anthony Edwards. Adapting to a new role was a bit challenging though he continues to dominate the boards.

Rudy Gobert Biography

Rudy Gobert Net Worth

Rudy Gobert’s net worth is currently estimated to be $50 million, primarily from his earnings as a successful basketball player. The player was drafted by the Utah Jazz in the 2013 NBA draft and eight years later, he signed a massive five-year $205 million contract extension, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league.

He was recently traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves having played for the Jazz for nine seasons. Playing for the Timberwolves earns him about $41 million every season.

Rudy Gobert. Photo/beIN SPORTS

Most major brands have endorsed the top players with some sponsorship deals like sportswear, energy drinks and the like. Gobert is not an exception as he has several deals with these companies, where he earns millions of dollars every year, adding to his net worth. 

Rudy Gobert Personal Life

The player was born on June 26 1992 in Saint-Quentin, a town in North France to Rudy Bourgarel who played college basketball in the US and professionally in France before he met Gobert’s mother.

His parents separated when the player was about 3 years old and was left under his mother’s care, though he visited his father in Guadeloupe during holidays. His career began with JSC Saint-Quentin club, then with Saint-Quentin BB. Four years later, he joined the Cholet Basket training centre.

Gobert won the Champion of France Espoirs title with Cholet Basket and a Bronze medal at the European Championships in Basketball the following year.

Rudy Gobert Career Journey

He began playing with the JSC St-Quentin club then with Saint-Quentin BB. He then joined the Cholet Basket training center where he showcased his impressive defensive skills despite a late growth spurt. At Cholet, he won the Champion of France Espoirs title with Cholet Basket and a bronze medal at the European Championships in Basketball the following year.

While he was playing in France, he caught the attention of scouts and began playing in France’s second division. His efforts paid off when he was drafted 27th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2013 NBA draft.

Rudy Gobert. Photo/Star Tribune

Though he had a hard time adjusting to the NBA, his rookie season was a learning ground and his potential was evident. He earned his first All-Star selection and was named the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year, the first of three consecutive awards.

The player was recently traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, pairing him with another young star Anthony Edwards. Adapting to a new role was a bit challenging though he continues to dominate the boards.

Rudy Gobert Luxury Collection

His net worth is a reflection of good rides and lifestyle. He owns a sleek, all-black Range Rover and several other brands.

FAQs

1. How old is he?

31 years old

2. What is his net worth in 2024?

$50 million

3. Was he drafted in the NBA?

Yes

4. Who drafted him?

Utah Jazz

5. Which team is he playing for in 2024?

Minnesota Timberwolves.