As the regular season ends, the NBA announces its individual award nominees. In a recent anonymous player poll, Rudy Gobert emerged as the league’s most respected player. The Minnesota Timberwolves star received over half of the votes, placing him significantly ahead of other candidates. Despite not yet winning an MVP award, Gobert’s contributions to the Timberwolves’ success are undeniable.
For the third consecutive season, Tom Thibodeau has been voted as the head coach that NBA players would least like to play under, according to an anonymous poll. This comes despite the New York Knicks’ recent success under Thibodeau’s leadership, including a second seed finish in the Eastern Conference. Thibodeau’s reputation as a demanding coach persists, with some players criticizing his intense attention to detail and specific role expectations. However, some players, such as Donte DiVincenzo, defend Thibodeau’s coaching style and emphasize his positive impact on the team’s development and performance.
Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo has vehemently defended head coach Tom Thibodeau after the coach received overwhelmingly negative reviews in an annual NBA player poll. DiVincenzo dismissed the poll results as “bulls—”, emphasizing that Thibodeau’s perceived toughness stems from his dedication and love for his players.
In the NBA’s annual anonymous player poll, Rudy Gobert has been voted the most overrated player in the league by 13.6% of his peers. Washington’s Bradley Beal (8.6%) and Atlanta’s Trae Young (7.4%) round out the top three. The selection highlights a disconnect between Gobert’s perception in the media and his actual statistical performance.
