Rudy Gobert-Bourgarel, a French professional basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves in attendance for the Novak Djokovic of Serbia and Joao Fonseca of Brazil match on day six at Stade Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images
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Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is back in his home country of France in the offseason. But while being reunited with family and friends is always a good thing, he also has work to do with the Timberwolves.
The entire team flew to France for a team-building trip organized and paid for by the tandem of Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. It was a cool way to help the Timberwolves build chemistry and strengthen relationships ahead of the upcoming season.
On X, Gobert posted a video showing their intense workouts and recreational activities, including visiting famous landmarks, playing cards, and rowing.
“Solid week,” said Gobert in the caption.
Solid week 🙏🏽🐺🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/3KK9G2C15y
— Rudy Gobert (@rudygobert27) August 12, 2026
Clearly, it was a nice idea by the duo of Edwards and Ball. As they say in France: Just deux it.
Fans were hyped for the Timberwolves.
“Love it. Can't wait for the season to start!” said @earle36.
“Nice aura farm, Ru. Make them shake,” added @aanahicc.
“People have no idea how dirty our big-man game is gonna be. We got you ‘The Big Ru' teaching Joan Beringer, Rocco Zikarsky, and Trey Lyles the big-man game at an elite level! Everyone is focused on Ant-Man and LaMelo. Don't fade this frontcourt!” claimed @timberpups.
“0:57 mark. LaMelo-to-Rudy lob is going to be a problem,” wrote @CosmicWemby.
“I'm so ready for the season to start. Thank you for showing the guys a good time in France, Rudy. If no Wolves fan appreciates you, just know I do, big fella!” commented @WolvesBurnerr.
The Timberwolves finished with a 49-33 record last season, losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the playoffs.
Based on Gobert's video, the Timberwolves are ready to bounce back and make a lot of noise.
How do you say “Let's freaking go!” in French?