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Rudy Gobert Net Worth 2021: Age, Height, Wife, KidsĀ Bio, Wiki
Rudy Gobert, a French professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz of NBA.
Gobert represents France’s national basketball team at international competitions.Ā In 2016-17, he was the NBA blocks leader.
Rudy Gobert’s net worth was approximately $43 million in 2021.
Early life
Rudy Gobert-Bourgarel was born in Saint-Quentin (Aisne) on June 26, 1992.
He is the son Corinne Gobert and Rudy Bourgarel. Rudy Bourgarel was a former professional basketball player from Guadeloupe, who also played for France’s national team in the 1980s.
Gobert was born in his hometown and began playing basketball for the JSC St-Quentin team in 2003. He later joined the Saint-Quentin basketball club.
Rudy Gobert’s Age, Height and Weight
Age: | 29 |
Born: | June 26, 1992 |
Country of Origin: | France |
Source of Wealth: | Professional NBA Player |
Weight:
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2.16m |
Height: | 2.58lb |
Career
Gobert played mostly for the Cholet Basket junior basketball team from 2009 to 2011. He managed just one game for Cholet Basket senior in 2010-11. Gobert recorded 6 points, 5 rebounds, 1 steal and 1 block.
Gobert was declared for the 2013 NBA Draft and set records in the 2013 NBA Draft Combine for standing reach (9ft 7 inches) and wingspan (7ft 8 1/2 inches).
Gobert signed a $42 million, four-year contract extension with Jazz on October 31, 2016. This made him the highest-paid French athlete.
He had 17 points, 14 rebounds and six blocks, his season-high, in a 104-84 victory over the Sacramento Kings four days later.Ā Gobert recorded his 25th consecutive win with 10+ rebounds in a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on January 10, 2017.
He set career records of 27 points, 25 rebounds and 112-107 overtime wins over the Dallas Mavericks on January 20, 2017.
Rudy Gobert’s net worth was $43 million as of July 2021.
Highlights
These are the top highlights of Rudy Gobertās career:
- 2x NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2018, 2019,)
- NBA All-Star (2020)
Favourite Quotes by Rudy Gobert
“I didn’t think I’d be able to do that when I started playing basketball in France. I didnāt know any NBA players and I didnāt know much about basketball.Ā I was having fun.”Rudy Gobert
“I played this game to test my feelings, I feel great and am not tired.Ā Next game, I think I will play twice as many minutes.”Rudy Gobert
Rudy Gobert’s 3 Motivational Lessons
We now know all about Rudy Gobert’s net worth and how he became successful. Let’s look at some lessons we can learn.
1.Ā Hard Job
Do the hardest jobs first.Ā The easier jobs will take care.
2.Ā The Key
It is important to have a positive work ethic.Ā You will find that your work ethic will reflect in all aspects of your life.
3.Ā Happiness
Happiness does not reside in money. It is found in the joy of accomplishment, the thrill of creative work.
Summary
Rudy Gobert, a French professional basketball player, started his career with the Cholet Basket junior team.
Gobert was #27 in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets. He was traded to the Utah Jazz on draft night and has been with them since 2013.Ā He also played for the NBA Developmental League’s Bakersfield Jam.
Rudy Gobert’s net worth was approximately $43 million in 2021.
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