NBA Legend Magic Johnson Urges Minnesota Timberwolves To Make Trade

Rudy Gobert has been a key contributor for the Minnesota Timberwolves, helping them reach the NBA playoffs in all three of his seasons with the franchise, including consecutive Western Conference finals appearances.

NBA legend Magic Johnson has publicly suggested the Timberwolves should trade Gobert to acquire offensive support for Anthony Edwards, stating such a move would make Minnesota "awesome."

Gobert's 2024-25 season statistics included averages of 12.0 points, 10.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 blocks per game across 72 contests, with 66.9% field goal shooting.

While widely regarded as one of the NBA's greatest defensive players – evidenced by Utah's +9.2 point differential per 100 possessions during his six-year tenure – Gobert's offensive limitations remain notable.

Minnesota eliminated Johnson's Lakers in the first round of the playoffs before ultimately falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference finals.

Current trade rumors indicate Gobert is the centerpiece of Minnesota's offer to Phoenix for Kevin Durant, packaged with Donte DiVincenzo, making the Timberwolves potential favorites despite Durant's reported reluctance to join them.