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Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
Locked On Wolves podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the NBA. Host Ben Beecken provides your daily Wolves fix with quick-hitting, accurate and expert opinions, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Wolves franchise. Locked On Wolves takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Wolves’…
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Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Ant Returns, Helps Timberwolves STEAL GAME 1 From Wemby's Spurs
Anthony Edwards made a heroic return to the Minnesota Timberwolves lineup just nine days after suffering a hyperextension and bone bruise in his left knee…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves SHUT DOWN Victor Wembanyama + Ant RETURNS in Game 1 Win Over Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves unleashed a near-perfect game plan against Victor Wembanyama on both ends of the floor to beat the Spurs in Game One. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves STEAL GAME ONE In San Antonio! 104-102
The Minnesota Timberwolves were 14-point underdogs but stunned the Spurs after stealing game one. Join Jack and Luke for the instant reaction. Hosted by…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesHow the Minnesota Timberwolves Can ATTACK Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs Defense
How the Minnesota Timberwolves can attack the San Antonio Spurs' vaunted defense, plus how the Wolves can survive on the other side of the ball. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWHAT WE LEARNED From The Minnesota Timberwolves' First-Round Win Over the Nuggets | Next Up: Spurs
What we learned from the Minnesota Timberwolves' first-round win over the Denver Nuggets: Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid, pace, and more in a BONUS episode. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMASTERCLASS: Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert CARRY Minnesota Timberwolves Past Nuggets, ADVANCE
The massively shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves rode Jaden McDaniels and Terrence Shannon Jr. to a Game 6 and series win over the Denver Nuggets. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves CLOSE OUT NUGGETS With Game Six SPARK From Terrence Shannon Jr, 110-98
The Minnesota Timberwolves put the nail in the Nuggets coffin thanks to Terrence Shannon Jr's monster night. Join the crew for the instant reaction. Hosted by…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Can Simple Adjustments, TJ Shannon Lift Timberwolves Over Nuggets in Game 6?
The Minnesota Timberwolves return home for Game 6 at Target Center, where Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert will look to close out Nikola Jokić…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesHow the Minnesota Timberwolves' Defense Will DRIVE Their Offensive Success in PIVOTAL Game 6
Keys to Game 6 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets, including a physical defense and scoring as much as possible in transition. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesRECURRING ISSUES In Minnesota Timberwolves' Losses To Nuggets | How Wolves Can Generate Offense
The Minnesota Timberwolves have lost two games in the series against the Denver Nuggets, and there are some clear common issues to be corrected. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Closing Out Denver Nuggets WON'T BE EASY Without Anthony Edwards and Donte
The Minnesota Timberwolves looked to end the series Monday night in Denver without Donte Divincenzo or Anthony Edwards but fell behind by as many as 27 in a…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMELTDOWN: Minnesota Timberwolves' TURNOVER Surge UNDERMINES Winnable Game 5 Vs. Denver Nuggets
The shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves turned in a sloppy performance and not nearly enough defense in a Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Ben Beecken…
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WOLVES POSTCAST: RECKLESS T-WOLVES Buried By Sloppy Play & Turnovers vs. Denver In Game 5, 125-113
The Minnesota Timberwolves neglected to take car of the ball in Denver and it cost them as the Nuggets force game six in dominating fashion. Join Jack Borman…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesTRICKLE DOWN EFFECT of Minnesota Timberwolves' Major Injuries | Who Needs To Step Up For Wolves
How the Minnesota Timberwolves will cover Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards' injuries: Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) projects who will start and who are the most…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves WIN GAME 4 Despite Key Injuries | Ayo Dosunmu DROPS 43 POINTS
The Minnesota Timberwolves took a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Denver Nuggets with a career night from Ayo Dosunmu after losing Donte DiVincenzo and…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves SURVIVE INJURIES To Anthony Edwards AND Donte DiVincenzo To STEAL GAME 4
The Minnesota Timberwolves suffered massive injuries with their starting back court but still survived thanks to suffocating defense to take the 3-1 series…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesFEROCIOUS WOLVES: Jaden McDaniels BACKS UP THE TALK In Minnesota Timberwolves' Blowout Win
The Minnesota Timberwolves stifled the Denver Nuggets' offense in the Wolves' Game 3 win as Jaden McDaniels and Ayo Dosunmu set the tone. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: UTTER DOMINATION Led By Rudy Gobert As T-Wolves Take 2-1 Series Lead Over Denver
Rudy Gobert suffocated Nikola Jokic as the Timberwolves defense silenced the Denver Nuggets in game three 113-96. Catch Jack Borman and Luke Inman immediately…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Game 3 ADJUSTMENTS to Make For the Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves can take control of the series with the Denver Nuggets with a win in Game 3. Our group explains how they can continue to exploit…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves' Chris Finch OUTMANEUVERING Nuggets' David Adelman | Winning Non-Star Minutes
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch is out-coaching the Denver Nuggets' David Adelman, and the second quarter of Game 2 was a great example. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves' Game Plan WEARING DOWN Nikola Jokic + Playoff Anthony Edwards Is DIFFERENT
What has worked so far in the Minnesota Timberwolves' playoff series against the Denver Nuggets and which elements are sustainable moving forward? Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: The Timberwolves WORE DOWN the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 THRILLER
The Minnesota Timberwolves tied the series Monday night with a remarkable comeback from 19 points down. Rudy Gobert was fantastic on defense again, Anthony…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesRALLY MODE: Minnesota Timberwolves SHOCK Denver Nuggets with MASSIVE COMEBACK + Huge Clutch Moments
The Minnesota Timberwolves came back from 19 points down to beat the Denver Nuggets and even their playoff series behind Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: Game 2 ANARCHY As T-Wolves MOUNT 19-POINT COMEBACK To Survive In Denver, 119-114
The Minnesota Timberwolves tied the series back up at 1-1 after an epic 19-point comeback in Denver versus Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesGLASS HALF FULL: Reasons For OPTIMISM For Minnesota Timberwolves Ahead Of Game 2 vs. Nuggets
There are reasons for optimism heading into Game 2 after the Minnesota Timberwolves' Game One loss to the Denver Nuggets. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) lays out the…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: WASTED OPPORTUNITIES SINK T-Wolves vs. Nuggets In Game One, 116-105
The Minnesota Timberwolves had every opportunity to steal game one in Denver but couldn't close the door when they needed to. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves' PATH TO BEATING The Denver Nuggets | Wolves WILL Win If...
The Minnesota Timberwolves will win the series against the Denver Nuggets if any of these four things happen...Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) lists three…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: DEEP DIVE into Denver Nuggets | Nuances of Defending Nikola Jokic
The Minnesota Timberwolves are two days out from Game 1 against the Denver Nuggets. Our guys preview the series in depth on Thursday's show. What are the…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesKEY AREAS Where The Minnesota Timberwolves Can EXPLOIT The Denver Nuggets' Defense
How the Minnesota Timberwolves can exploit the Denver Nuggets' shaky defense, including multiple areas in which the Wolves excel and Denver is soft. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesHow the Minnesota Timberwolves Can SLOW DOWN The Denver Nuggets' No. 1 Offense
How the Minnesota Timberwolves should try to slow down the Denver Nuggets' league-best offense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs in on pick-and-roll defense, plus…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: The Timberwolves Are Getting Criminally OVERLOOKED Against the Denver Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves are getting set for the Denver Nuggets, which feels like a much tougher matchup than the Los Angeles Lakers last year. Plus, the…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesHow Many Minnesota Timberwolves DESERVE TO WIN Awards? | How Locked On Hosts Voted
How many Minnesota Timberwolves players SHOULD win NBA regular-season awards? Who Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and other Locked On NBA Hosts would vote for in each…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesJoan Beringer IMPRESSES As Minnesota Timberwolves Win Finale | Denver Nuggets Up Next
The Minnesota Timberwolves won the regular-season finale behind Joan Beringer's huge performance, and the Wolves learned that their first-round opponent will…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: Kevin Garnett RETURNS as Regular Season Comes to a Close
The Minnesota Timberwolves looked to close out their regular season on a high note versus the Pelicans as they gear up for the playoffs next week, plus fans…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesDEFENSE FIRST: Minnesota Timberwolves Will Lean On Rudy Gobert & Ayo Dosunmu For Postseason SUCCESS
What should we be watching for during the Minnesota Timberwolves' final games of the regular season? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down rotation questions…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Finding a PATH TO THE FINALS For the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves are going into the playoffs with less than 50 wins -- are there examples of other teams making a run with that resume? Plus, what…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesTerrence Shannon Jr. EXPLODES in Minnesota Timberwolves' Loss to Magic As Stars Rest
The Minnesota Timberwolves rested much of their starting lineup in a road loss to the Orlando Magic as Terrence Shannon Jr. scored a career-high 33 points. Ben…
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WOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves REST MULTIPLE STARTERS With Playoffs Looming As They Fall To Orlando Magic
The Minnesota Timberwolves seem to be content with the six-seed as Chris Finch elected to rest multiple big names including Julius Randle as the Wolves fall to…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves CRUSH Depleted Pacers In Sloppy Game Behind Opportunistic Defense
The Minnesota Timberwolves used opportunistic defense and solid offensive ball movement and shooting to beat a Skeleton Indiana Pacers squad and end the…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves SNAP 3-GAME SKID vs. Indiana With Bounce Back Win, 124-104
The Minnesota Timberwolves snapped out of their recent funk with a dominant win versus a bad Indiana Pacer team. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman after the game…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: The Timberwolves Are LIMPING Into the Playoffs
The Minnesota Timberwolves are literally and figuratively limping into the playoffs as injuries have led to a losing streak. Our team analyzes whether they can…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesFREEFALL: Minnesota Timberwolves' Offense Is BOTTOM-THREE Since The All-Star Break -- What's Wrong?
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a bottom-three offense since the All-Star Break. Why have they been so bad, and what's changed? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesREPEAT WOES: Shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves CRUMBLE In the Second Half Against the Hornets
The shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves lost for the fourth time in the last five games after a third-quarter collapse against the Charlotte Hornets. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves FALL APART In FINAL 15-MINUTES vs. Charlotte, 122-108
The Minnesota Timberwolves had the wheels fall off with sloppy turnovers and bad defense versus the Hornets as they drop their third in a row. Join the crew…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesSILVER LININGS: Minnesota Timberwolves' Defensive EFFORT Shines in Loss Without Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards missed another game, but the Minnesota Timberwolves gave the East-leading Detroit Pistons a run for their money with a strong defensive…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Donte Divincenzo, PLAYOFF X-FACTOR??
The Minnesota Timberwolves got smoked by the Cade Cunningham-less Detroit Pistons last week; now they get another chance in Detroit to start a…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesAyo Dosunmu Has Been UNLEASHED As A Point Guard With the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves have gotten a completely different -- and even better -- version of Ayo Dosunmu than the player who starred for the Chicago Bulls…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesThe Minnesota Timberwolves' Defense STEPPED UP When Anthony Edwards Was Out | What Does It Mean?
The Minnesota Timberwolves were better defensively when Anthony Edwards was out. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dissects the surprising statistical differences…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: How Concerning is Timberwolves' Health Heading Into Playoffs?
Jaden McDaniels got bad injury news, while Anthony Edwards finally returned from injury. Add in a banged-up Ayo Dosunmu and Naz Reid, and the Timberwolves are…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesAyo Dosunmu’s Triple-Double PROPELS Minnesota Timberwolves Past Mavs in Anthony Edwards Return
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Dallas Mavericks in Anthony Edwards's return from injury, keyed by Ayo Dosunmu's triple-double. Ben Beecken…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMISSING FIREPOWER: Minnesota Timberwolves FIZZLE in Shorthanded Loss + Most Likely Playoff Scenarios
The Minnesota Timberwolves' offense fizzled without Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and Ayo Dosunmu. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the most…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves LOOK HELPLESS Down Three Key Players vs. Pistons, 109-87
The Minnesota Timberwolves looked lost versus Detroit without the help of Ayo Dusunmu, Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards and the Pistons cruise. Join Jack…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesThe Best Minnesota Timberwolves Lineups Without Anthony Edwards Are TRULY SURPRISING
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been without Anthony Edwards for more than a week, and they're 4-1. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the best non-Ant…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: REACTING to MIRACLE OT Comeback vs Houston Rockets | Julius Randle Heroics!
The Minnesota Timberwolves made NBA history with the biggest OT comeback ever to storm back and beat the Houston Rockets 110-108. Jaden McDaniels and Anthony…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesCRAZY COMEBACK: How the Minnesota Timberwolves STUNNED Houston Rockets in Overtime Thriller
The Minnesota Timberwolves staged the largest OT comeback in NBA history to beat the Houston Rockets -- only after collapsing at the end of regulation. Ben…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves Pull Off BIGGEST OT COMEBACK IN NBA HISTORY vs Houston Rockets, 110-108
The Minnesota Timberwolves blew an 11-point lead at the end of regulation but went on a 15-0 run in overtime to hold on versus the Rockets. Join Jack Borman…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWhat's Wrong?? Why The Minnesota Timberwolves' Offense Has FALLEN Out Of The Top 10
The Minnesota Timberwolves' offense has fallen out of the NBA's Top 10. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how and why the Wolves' shot mix has changed this…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesWOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Bones Hyland is STEPPING UP Without Anthony Edwards
Bones Hyland has risen to the challenge in Anthony Edwards' absence, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a rare win over the Boston Celtics. The Timberwolves…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesBONES EFFECT: How Bones Hyland TRANSFORMED Minnesota Timberwolves' Offense + Partnered With Rudy Gobert
Bones Hyland has been a huge part of the Minnesota Timberwolves' regular rotation for months now, and his recent hot streak has been massive, especially with…
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota TimberwolvesMinnesota Timberwolves Pace and Defense STUN Boston Celtics Behind Ayo Dosunmu & Bones Hyland
The Minnesota Timberwolves leaned on Bones Hyland and Ayo Dosunmu to grab a road victory over the Boston Celtics without Anthony Edwards. Ben Beecken…