Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves have dug themselves in a massive two game hole after another tough loss in OKC to SGA and company. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and recap. 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 had a terrible shooting night and turned the ball over too much in their Game 1 loss to the Thunder. What can easily be turned around in time for Game 2, and what will the Thunder continue to try and do defensively? Also, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the conversation surrounding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's foul-baiting and asks if Chris Finch got tricked into playin...

The Minnesota Timberwolves led at halftime but ultimately fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated the second half and the Wolves' offense failed to score consistently against the NBA's best defense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' biggest issues, including what played out exactly as expected and what came as...

The Minnesota Timberwolves bench had their worst perfromance of the playoffs at the worst possible time. The Timberwolves lose game one in OKC. 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.

NBA Squad Show: Conference Finals are set to COLLIDE as New NBA Era changes championship landscape   Can the Oklahoma City Thunder overcome the Minnesota Timberwolves' depth in the Western Conference Finals? As the NBA playoffs heat up, the Thunder's defensive prowess faces a stern test against the Timberwolves, who have been a force in the West all season. Join Nick Engstad, Doug Norrie, and Ryla...

The Oklahoma City Thunder had the best defense in the NBA this season and it's up to the Minnesota Timberwolves to figure out how to have success on the offense in the Western Conference Finals. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Rylan Stiles of Locked On Thunder discuss how the Wolves might try and attack the Thunder defense, as well as who guards whom on both ends of the floor and more on a crossover e...

What are the biggest keys to the Minnesota Timberwolves matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals? What holes can the Wolves find in the Thunder's league-best defense in order to pull out a series upset? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down both sides of the ball, including how the Wolves can score and how to try and slow down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a potent OK...

The Minnesota Timberwolves may have dispatched of both the Lakers and Warriors in just five games in each series, but they've had a handful of persistent issues, including turnovers and securing the defensive glass. How serious are the problems and can they fix them in time to make the Finals? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the biggest problems and which ones might just be a bit overblown as...

The Minnesota Timberwolves are headed to the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive season after closing out the Golden State Warriors in Game 5. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle were once again fantastic as the Wolves' hot shooting overwhelmed the Warriors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves overcame turnover issues and the Warriors' work on the offensive glass to g...

The Minnesota Timberwolves put the final nail in the coffin and advance to the western conference finals for back-to-back years for the first time in franchise history. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and breakdown right after the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin...

Can the Minnesota Timberwolves close out the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 on Wednesday night? Plus, diving into how well the double-big lineups with Rudy Gobert and Naz Reid worked for the Wolves in the regular season and how it's helpful against the Warriors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into the numbers and makes the case for the Wolves playing even bigger, as well as revisiting some of the...

The Minnesota Timberwolves used another huge Julius Randle game and another massive second half from Anthony Edwards to blow out the Golden State Warriors and take a 3-1 series lead. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves pulled away, including some praise for the defense of Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels, who frustrated the Steph Curry-less and punchless Warriors offense to no end wh...

The Minnesota Timberwolves flipped a switch in the third quarter tonight with a 39-17 point differential and put on a clinic to go up 3-1 on the Warriors. 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 relied on Julius Randle to drive their offense in a tougher-than-expected Game 3 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Randle's impressive performance and how Anthony Edwards improved as the game went on, plus, what needs to change for the Wolves in Game 4 as they look to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.   Support Us By Supporting...

The Minnesota Timberwolves looked sloppy, out of sync and slow in the first three quarters. However Anthony Edwards and company surged past the Warriors in game three after a fourth quarter explosion. 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 person...

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Warriors by 24 points, evening their second-round series with a Game 2 win. Jaden McDaniels and Julius Randle were the best two players on the floor, pacing the Wolves and carrying them through some ongoing rough patches on offense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the biggest positive signs from the win, including a strong close from Anthony Edwards, wh...

The Minnesota Timberwolves bounced back in a huge way in game two versus Golden State and tied the series back up at one game a piece. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and breakdown 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 had their worst offensive game of the season in their Game 1 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into what was most concerning and what small positives can be taken out and applied to the rest of the series. Plus, what the biggest keys are to Gmae 2 and what to expect from a Warriors offense that will be without Steph Curry.   Support Us By S...

The Minnesota Timberwolves laid an egg in Game 1 of their second-round showdown against the Golden State Warriors, scoring just 31 points in the first half -- the fewest in a half in franchise history. Steph Curry left due to injury and it didn't matter due to the Wolves' offensive incompetence. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the most frustrating aspects of the Wolves' loss, including Anthony...

Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves looked lost and shook in a historically bad second quarter. Despite their best efforts they couldn't dig themselves out of that hole and drop game one at home. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman after the game for the instant reaction and recap. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

The Locked on NBA Squad show brings together hosts from across the network to discuss the latest NBA playoff developments. In this episode, they analyze the injury-plagued Cleveland Cavaliers' struggles against the Indiana Pacers, debating whether the Cavs can overcome their setbacks. The conversation then shifts to the Golden State Warriors vs. Minnesota Timberwolves series, with hosts dissecting...

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a definite size advantage over the Golden State Warriors in their second-round matchup. How will each team handle the defensive matchups and exploit the other team's weaknesses? Who will be the series x-factors for each team? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Charlie Walter of Locked On Warriors discuss on a crossover preview.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Am...

The Minnesota Timberwolves finally know their second-round opponent: Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the areas in which the Wolves' offense can exploit a typically strong and confounding Warriors defense, amid myriad storylines: Butler's return to Target Center, Draymond vs. Rudy Gobert, and more.   Support Us By Support...

After the Minnesota Timberwolves downed the Los Angeles Lakers in just five games, there are three key takeaways from the first-round series, ranging from Anthony Edwards' impressive decision-making to Julius Randle's all-around play. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the highlights, as well as what may carry forward into the second round and which potential opponent between Golden State and Hou...

The Minnesota Timberwolves closed out their first-round series over the Los Angeles Lakers with a Game 5 win behind a monster 20-20 game from Rudy Gobert. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves overcame a historically poor shooting performance by dominating in the paint and on the glass once again over the Lakers' smaller lineup, and how head coach Chris Finch once again out-coached hi...