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NBA Star Rudy Gobert Narrowly Avoids Falling Jumbotron Piece During Game

The incident occurred at the Target Center during the Timberwolves' victory over the Hawks, with no injuries reported.

Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert
MINNEAPOLIS, MN -  JANUARY 27:  Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on January 27, 2025 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • A piece of the jumbotron, described as a black horn, fell to the court narrowly missing Rudy Gobert and other players during the Timberwolves-Hawks game on Monday night.
  • The object landed near the free-throw line as players were walking to their benches at the end of the first quarter.
  • No injuries were reported, and the broken piece was quickly removed by a referee before the game resumed.
  • The Timberwolves secured a 100-92 win over the Hawks, with Anthony Edwards scoring 23 points and Rudy Gobert contributing 18 points and 10 rebounds despite the scare.
  • The Target Center is expected to investigate the incident to prevent future safety hazards during games.