Gobert carries DPOY snub into Jokic matchup, win

By Anthony Slater Apr 21, 2026 | 3:06 AM

On the same day he finished fourth in Defensive Player of the Year voting, Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert held three-time MVP Nikola Jokic to 1-of-8 shooting in their Game 2 matchup, helping Minnesota to a series-tying 119-114 win.