Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

What has been different about the Minnesota Timberwolves in Anthony Edwards's absence? From Jaden McDaniels's offensive ascension to Julius Randle as a hub, what among the changes is sustainable? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the biggest changes and what's sustainable, plus the big man rotation so far this season for the Wolves. Finally, a preview of the matchup with the New York Knicks.   S...

The Minnesota Timberwolves played their most complete offensive game of the young season as Julius Randle triple-doubled, Donte DiVincenzo led in scoring and Jaden McDaniels continued his strong play in a dominant win over the Brooklyn Nets. Ben Beecken gives his Three Big Things, including (@bbeecken) the impressive ball movement and scoring of the offense and paint dominance led by Randle and Ru...

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the winless Nets in Brooklyn in their fourth game without Anthony Edwards. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman after the game for the deep dive analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle led the Minnesota Timberwolves' blowout win against the Charlotte Hornets -- but more importantly, Rob Dillingham may have played his best all-around game in a Wolves uniform. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Dillingham's impressive third quarter and why it was so important to see from the young guard in this moment. Plus, how the Wolves dominated the paint. Also,...

The Minnesota Timberwolves head to Charlotte to take on LaMelo Ball and the Hornets. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman immediately after the game for the deep dive instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a Rudy Gobert problem, and it's unique: the defense is (mostly) great with him on the floor, with some glaring exceptions. But the offense is terrible with Gobert in the game. Could rookie big man Joan Beringer be a potential answer anytime soon? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Gobert on/off numbers and tries to make sense of what's going on and what could c...

The Minnesota Timberwolves trailed by as many as 20 points against a depleted Los Angeles Lakers team before a massive comeback came up short at the hands of an Austin Reaves buzzer-beater. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' biggest issues: perimeter defense and rebounding. Plus, Rudy Gobert's early struggles and studs and duds from Wolves-Lakers.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponso...

The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Lakers without Luka Doncic. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman immediately after the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a disappointing 2-2 start this season. It's early, but Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what's real and what's not over the first week of the season, including the debate of how much blame head coach Chris Finch should be shouldering so early on. How much of the defensive issues can be tied to personnel versus scheme, health, and effort? Could Rob Dillingha...

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Denver Nuggets as Jamal Murray scored 23 of his 43 points in the third quarter and Nikola Jokic put up a triple-double. The Anthony Edwards-less Wolves didn't have enough perimeter defense or dynamic. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what the biggest issue was, and what the Wolves did to get back into the game early in the fourth quarter that they got away...

The Timberwolves host the Nuggets on the second night of their first back-to-back with Anthony Edwards' status in question with a hamstring tweak. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and recap after the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Minnesota Timberwolves held on to defeat the Indiana Pacers despite Anthony Edwards leaving in the first quarter with a hamstring injury. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how Julius Randle was essential in carrying the Wolves' offense to the win, as well as breaking down strong performances from Rudy Gobert and Jaylen Clark.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   DoorDash Next time some...

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Pacers in their season opener tonight. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Minnesota Timberwolves were decimated by Luka Doncic as the Lakers slashed and gashed their defense all night long. They drop to 1-1 after the 128-110 defeat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why Terrence Shannon Jr.'s new job of filling the role vacated by Nickeil Alexander-Walker will be a higher-variance experience than what NAW did for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses Jaden McDaniels' continued improvement and how important he will be to the Wolves surpassing expectations this season. Finally, a look at the Mike Conley-Rudy Gobert minutes and a qu...

Anthony Edwards dropped 41 points, including two clutch shots in the closing minutes, to propel the Minnesota Timberwolves to a comeback win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Opening Night. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's fantastic performance, plus great games from Jaden McDaniels and Julius Randle. Also, the most surprising elements of Chris Finch's new-look rotation and how the Wolve...

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves kick off the 2025-2026 campaign on the west coast versus Portland tonight. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction and recap after the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How many games will the Minnesota Timberwolves win this season? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) makes final season predictions, including where the Wolves will finish and the standings in both conferences, a few win total over/unders, and thoughts on the Wolves-Blazers matchup.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   DoorDash Next time someone goes off for 50, use promo code  NBA50the next day to get...

How good can the Portland Trail Blazers be this year? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Mike Richman of Locked On Blazers to preview the seasons of the Blazers and Minnesota Timberwolves prior to the team's opening night matchup. Is Deni Avdija for real? What about a potential ascension for Shaedon Sharpe? Also, the biggest questions surrounding the Wolves-Blazers matchup.   Support Us By Suppo...

The Minnesota Timberwolves finalized their roster, including retaining Johnny Juzang on a two-way deal and waiving Tristen Newton. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the moves, plus key takeaways from the preseason finale as the Wolves lost to the Philadelphia 76ers but saw bright spots from Rob Dillingham, Joan Beringer, and others.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   DoorDash Next time s...

Hosts Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs), Joe Mullinax (Locked On Grizzlies), Rylan Stiles (Locked On Thunder), Ben Beecken (Locked On Wolves), Matt Moore (Locked On Nuggets), Jackson Gatlin (Locked On Rockets), Ben Garcia (Locked On Suns), and David Locke (Locked On Jazz) break down whether the Oklahoma City Thunder can repeat atop the West without relying on injuries, focusing on the crucial offensi...

The Minnesota Timberwolves had an up-and-down performance in a regular-season dress rehearsal, preseason loss to the Chicago Bulls as most regular rotation players played for the Wolves. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the highs and lows, including a bench unit that played cohesively together and strong showings from Terrence Shannon Jr. and Rob Dillingham. Plus, what  we know about what Chris...

The Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup was truly dominant throughout last year's playoffs, but a small-ball lineup was part of their downfall against the Thunder. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into the playoff lineups, including two of the best three lineups across the NBA. Plus, why the overall core is still strong -- including the bench depth and not just the antiquated "top three" method of...

What does Rob Dillingham have to do to land a consistent rotation role for the Minnesota Timberwolves? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what he did and didn't do well last year and so far in the preseason, including what head coach Chris Finch needs to see out of his second-year guard in order to hand him more minutes. Plus, a look at ESPN's simulation of the NBA season and a realistic worst-ca...

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated their latest preseason game, and with the majority of their regular rotation resting, Rob Dillingham and Joan Beringer showed out and made their cases for rotation roles. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the impressive performances from the Wolves' young players, as well as what it is about Beringer's floor that makes him a viable rotation candidate as soon...