Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves four-game winning streak was snapped tonight in Memphis after the team looked lost and lethargic on defense. 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 won their fourth-straight game, this time closing strong in a roller-coaster performance over the undermanned Memphis Grizzlies. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the hot shooting of the first half, especially from Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels, and Anthony Edwards's important second half. Also, defensive issues and more concern with the Wolves playing down to their opp...

The Minnesota Timberwolves stayed hot with another double digit victory as they rip off their fourth victory in a row. 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 beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in a wire-to-wire win with aggressive defense combined with hot outside shooting. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the defensive tone set early, including Anthony Edwards's impressive open and close to the game. Plus, a fantastic Jaden McDaniels performance and great defense from Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle (!!) as the Wolves won...

The Minnesota Timberwolves made it three in a row as they got some vengeance on Oklahoma City Thunder tonight with a 123-111 victory. 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 beat a shorthanded Dallas Mavericks team behind Julius Randle, Naz Reid, and ... Joan Beringer?? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down an all-around strong performance by the Wolves, including the rookie big man Beringer coming up big when Rudy Gobert sat due to foul trouble. Also, strong offense from Randle and Reid and the bench unit playing well together in an important...

The Minnesota Timberwolves head to Dallas to take on the Mavericks as they look to build off their recent victory over Golden State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to rank the top-tier and mid-tier targets for the Minnesota Timberwolves at the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) goes through a list of seven options across both categories and gives his take, from Collin Sexton and Darius Garland down to Tyus Jones and Tre Jones. Where does Coby White fall on the list? Plus, a preview of the Wolves' matchup with the Dallas Mavericks....

The Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a five-game losing streak by dominating a shorthanded Golden State Warriors team. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into the importance of what Bones Hyland and Naz Reid provided off the bench in the absence of Anthony Edwards, as well as Rudy Gobert's dominant performance on both ends of the floor. Also, individual studs and duds from an important Wolves win.   Supp...

The Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a five-game losing streak without the help of Anthony Edwards who rested up tonight versus Golden State. 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 dropped their fifth consecutive game, this time being blown out by the Golden State Warriors due to some shockingly sloppy offense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' turnover issues, Anthony Edwards's strange performance, and how the Wolves hung around for as long as they did before the wheels came off.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Turbo Tax F...

The Minnesota Timberwolves are sinking fast in the standings as they drop their fifth straight game today against Golden State, 111-85. 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 faltered in all facets of the game in their fourth-straight loss, this time withering in crunch time to the Chicago Bulls. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down more lazy defense, Anthony Edwards's rare off-night (and foul trouble), and the clutch failures led by Julius Randle. Also, individual studs and duds.   Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to...

The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped their fourth straight game tonight. This time at home versus Chicago, 120-115. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do the Minnesota Timberwolves simply play to their competition? Digging into the data to see how the Wolves have fared against the league's best and worst teams. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the numbers and tries to figure out why it doesn't feel quite right. Plus, the needle to thread at the NBA Trade Deadline and previewing the Wolves' matchup against the Chicago Bulls.   Everydayer Club...

The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to prove they have one of the highest ceilings and lowest floors of any team in the league after a loss in Utah. 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 kicked away a victory against the lowly Utah Jazz with poor defense, lazy offense, and poor coaching and rotation decisions. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the biggest issues in the loss, focusing on Chris Finch's rotation mistakes and the ongoing issue of failing to get up for games against supposedly inferior opponents.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episo...

Options for the Minnesota Timberwolves to improve at the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline: guards and wings from the Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies, and others. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the most realistic targets and best fits for the Wolves, including Ayo Dosunmo, Tre Jones, Collin Sexton, and players that could improve the roster on the margins. Plus, Anthony Edwards is not an All-Star s...

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost twice this weekend, but Anthony Edwards dropped a career-high 55 points on Saturday and rookie Joan Beringer is a DUDE. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's special performance and a fun showdown against Victor Wembanyama, plus why Beringer is a legitimate rotation player and how the Wolves may find minutes for him. Also, navigating a potential Naz Reid injury...

Anthony Edwards put up 58 points in his first night back after missing his last two games. Despite his best efforts the wolves fall to the Spurs 126-123. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin Durant dropped a season-high 39 points to lead the sputtering Houston Rockets over the red hot Minnesota Timberwolves, playing their second consecutive game without Anthony Edwards (toe infection). Julius Randle (37) and Naz Reid (25) combined for 62 points and 7 made 3-pointers, while Rudy Gobert added a double-double in the loss, largely fueled by the Wolves' inability to make free throws...

Will the Minnesota Timberwolves trade Rob Dillingham? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) weighs the Wolves' options given his lack of a role, plus recent comments from assistant coach Micah Nori. What's the risk vs. reward of trading the former lottery pick, especially given the broader context of the roster construction moving forward. Also, the Wolves' dominant offense and a preview of the Wolves' first ma...

Can the Minnesota Timberwolves find minutes for Joan Beringer? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains that Chris Finch could consider playing Naz Reid at the 3 to open up some minutes, but ultimately, finding minutes for Beringer would include reducing minutes for the other star big men, Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle. How might Finch piece the puzzle together? Also, discussing power rankings and the Wol...

The shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves crushed the Milwaukee Bucks behind Julius Randle, Bones Hyland, and rookie Joan Beringer in his first real NBA action. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what was so impressive about Beringer's first non-garbage time minutes. Plus, thoughts on the Wolves' fluid offense -- they had 76 points at halftime -- and the importance of what Hyland is providing off th...

The Minnesota Timberwolves put together arguably their best game of the season considering the absence of Ant and Gobert as they roll past Milwaukee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.