Rudy Gobert feels 'great' energy after first practice with Timberwolves

Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert said he liked the energy the team had during its first practice.The Timberwolves had their first official practice Tuesday, but center Rudy Gobert said he still has not seen Karl-Anthony Towns since the Wolves completed the trade for Gobert over the summer.

That's because Gobert was busy in Europe the last few weeks competing in the Eurobasket tournament, in which he helped France finish with a silver medal.

Then as the Wolves opened camp this week, Towns will be out likely at least until the end of this week, coach Chris Finch said, because of a non-COVID illness.

Gobert said despite their physical distance, the new teammates and former foes have been in touch…