Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

Minnesota Timberwolves stumble against Thunder ball pressure as SGA lifts OKC

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves built a double-digit lead against the best-in-the-West Oklahoma City Thunder, but the home team's ball pressure, athleticis...

WOLVES POSTCAST: Timberwolves Win Streak SNAPPED By Thunder's Third-Quarter EXPLOSION

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves were up as many as 12 until halftime when the Thunder exploded for 43 points in the third quarter. Timberwolves drop to 17-...

Evaluating differences in Timberwolves lineups with and without Rudy Gobert + smaller lineups coming?

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves play differently in lineups with and without Rudy Gobert, and the bench trio of Naz Reid, Donte DiVincenzo, and Nickeil Ale...

Timberwolves hold off Spurs, win third straight behind Donte DiVincenzo and Rudy Gobert

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves blew another large lead but came back to win late, holding off Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs behind strong ga...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Timberwolves hang on, beat San Antonio Spurs for third straight win

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves hung on down the stretch to beat the San Antonio Spurs. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) react immedia...

Minnesota Timberwolves' Bench Mob continues to impress + more Josh Minott, please

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves' bench trio of Naz Reid, Donte DiVincenzo, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker continues to drive much of the Wolves' success to t...

Minnesota Timberwolves hold on to beat the Dallas Mavericks despite giving back huge lead

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks on Christmas Day despite building a 28-point lead and giving most of it back. Ben Beec...

Minnesota Timberwolves lose again - is a necessary lineup change on the horizon?

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost for a third consecutive time and in eerily familiar fashion. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) makes the case to move Julius Ran...

WOLVES POSTCAST: Timberwolves Run Out Of Gas Late vs. Atlanta Hawks

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost their third-straight after running out of steam late in the game verses the Atlanta Hawks. Join Luke Inman and Jack Bo...

Timberwolves fall to Warriors as offense sputters once again, Steph Curry dominates late

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped their second consecutive home game in embarrassing fashion, falling behind by 21 to the Golden State Warriors and n...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Comeback Comes Up Short vs. Golden State Warriors, 113-103

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost to Steph Curry and the Warriors tonight despite a huge second-half comeback. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the i...

Karl-Anthony Towns dominates the Minnesota Timberwolves in return with the New York Knicks

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves suffered an embarrassing loss at the hands of an old friend as Karl-Anthony Towns led a dominant New York Knicks performanc...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks crush the Minnesota Timberwolves

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves were blown out by Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks in KAT's return to Target Center. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and ...

Checking on Karl-Anthony Towns in New York and Timberwolves newcomers with Locked On Knicks

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Karl-Anthony Towns is having a career year with the New York Knicks, while former Knicks players Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo have been on a rol...

The Timberwolves defense has been the league's best for a month + the Wolves' crazy tough schedule

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves' defense has been dominating opponents for a month now, and has been especially impressive since Thanksgiving. Ben Beecken ...

How the Minnesota Timberwolves can boost their languishing offense as the defense stabilizes

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves' defense is finally stabilizing as the unit's profile begins to look similar to last year's, but the offense continues to l...

Defense propels the Minnesota Timberwolves to another win as they down Wemby and the Spurs

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves held their sixth opponent in the last seven games to 93 points or fewer as they defeated Victor Wembanyama and the San Anto...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Hold On vs. Spurs Behind Strong Defense & Bench Play, 106-92

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves started a new winning streak after beating the San Antonio Spurs. Join the crew immediately after the game for the instant ...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Jaden McDaniels Helps T-Wolves Get Back On Track vs. Lakers, 97-87

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves took care of business thanks to Jaden McDaniels best game of the year against the Lakers. Join Luke Inman and Andrew Dukowi...

The Minnesota Timberwolves haven't been turning defense into offense enough + Wolves-Lakers

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have not been turning defense into offense enough this season as they've left potential poionts. in transition on the table...

Minnesota Timberwolves' Big Man Pairing: Which duo is better than last year?

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves' vaunted big man rotation from a year ago underwent a massive change just before the season. Believe it or not, one of the ...

Tweaking Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards' shot selection would elevate his game + team shot distribution

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards has had a fantastic start to the season, but there's a tweak he could make to his shot selection that...

Where the Timberwolves' defense stacks up to last year's at the quarter pole + Gobert lineups keep dominating

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves haven't been as dominant defensively overall through the first quarter of their schedule as they were last year, but there ...

Defense falters, clutch offense non-existent as Minnesota Timberwolves' streak halted by Warriors

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves started strong but saw their defense falter against the Golden State Warriors before their clutch offense completely disapp...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Warriors stop the Minnesota Timberwolves late to end Wolves' win streak

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break down the Minnesota Timberwolves' loss to the Golden State Warriors as Stephen Curry outdue...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Defense DOMINATES Warriors In Fourth-Straight Win, 107-90

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Warriors thanks to stellar defense once again for their fourth straight win. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman ...

Is the Minnesota Timberwolves defense back? Plus, revisiting the KAT-Randle trade and Wolves-Warriors

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have the NBA's top defense over the last two-plus weeks. Is last year's league-best defense truly back? What are the bigges...

The Minnesota Timberwolves win their third straight game by destroying the LA Clippers

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves destroyed the LA Clippers to win their third straight game, leaning on their defense to build an early lead and never look ...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Minnesota Timberwolves crush LA Clippers for third straight win

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated on both ends of the floor and turned in one of their best performances of the season to date with a 28-point win ...

What stands out in Minnesota Timberwolves best (and worst) lineups...

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a common thread between the Minnesota Timberwolves' three best lineups and three worst lineups through the first 20 games of the season ... w...

Minnesota Timberwolves destroy Los Angeles Lakers behind Rudy Gobert, dominant defense

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves stacked a second consecutive dominant defensive performance while winning their second straight game as Rudy Gobert keyed t...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Get Their Swag Back vs. Lakers, 109-80

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves put on a clinic against the Lakers thanks to Rudy Gobert and company. Final score 109-80 as they build a two-game winning s...

Timberwolves show improvement in win over Clippers + previewing Wolves-Lakers matchup

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a four-game losing streak with a much-improved effort in a win over the LA Clippers. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) ...

A critical stretch for the Minnesota Timberwolves + Wolves-Clippers matchup

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The vibes surrounding the Minnesota Timberwolves are not good, to say the least, and it's one of the reasons this current stretch of games is so impor...

Minnesota Timberwolves have another big comeback turn into a loss as Kings dominate late

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell behind by double digits again before coming back to lead late but ultimately lost their fourth-straight game, this tim...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Lose Four In A Row, 115-104 vs. Sacremento Kings

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost their fourth-game in a row tonight after coming up short against the Kings. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the in...

Minnesota Basketball Party: Can Rob Dillingham Unlock the Minnesota Timberwolves Offense?

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup, but Rob Dillingham lit up Target Center with a big impact off the bench. Are th...

Rob Dillingham breaks out as Minnesota Timberwolves fall in OT to the Houston Rockets

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost their third straight game, falling behind by 18 points before forcing overtime and ultimately losing to the Houston Ro...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Wolves Fall Short In OT Despite Career Night From Rob Dillingham, 117-111

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves ran out of gas in overtime despite a breakout performance from Rob Dillingham. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the inst...

Can Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Rockets in NBA Cup action?

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a special crossover episode with Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) of Locked On Rockets joining Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) to discuss the Minnesota TImberw...

Minnesota Timberwolves comeback falls just short as Boston Celtics hold on

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves came all the way back from a 19-point deficit to fall just short in the final seconds against the Boston Celtics, losing fo...

Another late meltdown as the Minnesota Timberwolves fall apart in loss to Toronto Raptors

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell apart yet again, this time with a unique and concerning fourth-quarter meltdown by Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert as th...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves 4th-Quarter COLLAPSE As Toronto Losing Streak Continues! 110-105

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves losing streak in Toronto continues with another late game collapse. Final score verse the Raptors 110-105. Join Luke Inman ...

The Minnesota Timberwolves biggest issues + struggling defensive lineups

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a relatively slow start to the season, it's time to take a step back and look at some of the Minnesota Timberwolves' issues through the first 14...

Minnesota Basketball Party: We're still buzzing over Julius Randle's buzzer beater in Timberwolves' win

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone is still buzzing over the Minnesota Timberwolves' win over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday when Julius Randle hit the game-winning 3. Is that the ...

Common threads between Minnesota Timberwolves' best lineups + keeping the offense top 10

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a solid start to the season overall, but there are some surprising threads among their best lineup combinations. P...

Julius Randle's buzzer-beater lifts Minnesota Timberwolves to comeback win over Phoenix Suns

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves came back from a double-digit deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns on a Julius Randle buzzer-beater. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) br...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves SURVIVE After 4th-Quarter Collapse To Kings, 130-126

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves snap their three-game losing streak in overtime to the Sacramento Kings. Join Luke Inman and Andrew Dukowitz for the instan...

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a point guard problem - but what's the solution?

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a point guard problem. But if Mike Conley is part of the problem, then what's the realistic solution that Chris Finch ...

Minnesota Timberwolves lose to Blazers again, losing streak at three after lackluster performance

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves turned in another alarming performance, losing to the shorthanded Portland Trail Blazers for the second time in as many nig...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: The Sky Is Falling As Timberwolves Lose Back-To-Back To Trail Blazers

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves look lost again as they struggled in just about every category imaginable losing their second in a row to the Portland Trai...

Minnesota Basketball Party: The Minnesota Timberwolves are DISCOMBOBULATED

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Cup on Tuesday for their second straight loss. Reggie Wilson, Jack Borman, Ro...

Minnesota Timberwolves lose to Blazers in another flat performance behind turnovers, sloppy defense

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After losing a late lead last time out, the Minnesota Timberwolves came out flat from the jump this time around, ultimately getting blown out by a sho...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: SLOPPY Timberwolves Drop First Game of NBA Cup to Trail Blazers

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves were off their game and got outplayed by the Portland Trail Blazers in every facet of game one of the in-season tournament....

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves' start to the season is encouraging + start of the NBA Cup

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves may have lost in disconcerting fashion last time out, but the first 10 games of the season have been encouraging overall as...

Coaching mistakes magnified as sloppy Timberwolves collapse late in frustrating loss to Heat

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves led late against the Miami Heat but collapsed in spectacular fashion: turnovers, bad shot selection, questionable rotation ...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Anthony Edwards Makes It Rain From Three, T-Wolves Roll Past Portland

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves won their third in a row thanks to Anthony Edwards three-point shooting. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant re...

Anthony Edwards scores 33 as the Minnesota Timberwolves use huge fourth quarter to down the Bulls

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves struggled defensively for much of the night but used a 45-point fourth quarter to surge ahead and ultimately blowout the Ch...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Fourth-Quarter EXPLOSION Completes Comeback vs. Bulls, 135-119

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves' offense exploded in the fourth-quarter for their second win in a row in Chicago verses the Bulls Thursday night. Join Luke...

How the Minnesota Timberwolves match up with the Chicago Bulls + Wolves ownership update

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. The Bulls swept the season series against the Wolves last year, but Ben Beecken (@bb...

Minnesota Basketball Party: The Minnesota Timberwolves Ownership Is About to Be Decided

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore are in arbitration versus Glen Taylor, plus the Minnesota Timberwolves sit at 4-3 with a busy week ahead, including the s...

The Minnesota Timberwolves bench is helping carry the offense + Jaden McDaniels' early struggles

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a solid offense early this season, but it's been Donte DiVincenzo, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Naz Reid off the ...

Anthony Edwards, Naz Reid, and the Minnesota Timberwolves defense dominate the Hornets

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves finally put together a complete game, with their defense shutting down the Charlotte Hornets while Anthony Edwards and Naz ...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Naz Reid Goes CRAZY As The Minnesota Timberwolves Dominate Charlotte

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Charlotte Hornets tonight thanks to Naz Reid's 25 points. Final score at the Target Center 114-93. Join Luke ...

Minnesota Timberwolves' defense fails again, this time in loss to San Antonio Spurs

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to have defensive issues in the early stages of the new season. This time, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio S...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: Timberwolves win ROLLER COASTER showdown vs. Nuggets

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Immediate reaction from the Minnesota Timberwolves roller-coaster win over the Denver Nuggets from Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman1...

Minnesota Timberwolves' early-season shooting stats: What do they reveal?

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have only played four games so far, which means that there's enough data for some serious overreactions. But also, what's n...

Minnesota Timberwolves transition woes are an issue + Julius Randle at the 5??

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have allowed a higher rate of transition opportunities to opponents than any other team in the league through the first wee...

Minnesota Basketball Party: Do the Dallas Mavericks have the Minnesota Timberwolves' number?

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference Finals rematch. Anthony Edwards is off to a great start to the year, b...

Turnovers, transition defense haunt Minnesota Timberwolves in loss to Mavericks

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves won most of the box score against the Dallas Mavericks, but 20 turnovers and lackadaisical transition defense was enough to...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Lose The REMATCH! (T-Wolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Reaction)

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Dallas Mavericks in a western conference finals rematch tonight at the Target Center. Join Luke Inman and Jack ...

Early season takeaways for the Minnesota Timberwolves + Wolves vs. Mavericks tonight

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves offense is off to a good start this season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what has stood out the most so far, and whe...

Rudy Gobert's dominance lifts Minnesota Timberwolves over Toronto Raptors in home opener

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves won their home opener over the Toronto Raptors behind a dominant Rudy Gobert performance. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks do...

Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle shine as the Minnesota Timberwolves notch their first win

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves notched their first victory of the season against the Sacramento Kings as Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards both had big ni...

Why Rudy Gobert's new deal is a win for the Minnesota Timberwolves

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rudy Gobert's new contract extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves is making waves in the NBA. With a 3-year, $110 million deal, Gobert's move provi...

Minnesota Basketball Party: Julius Randle and the Minnesota Timberwolves FLOP in the Opener

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell 110-103 to the Los Angeles Lakers in an ugly opening effort with Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo making their debut...

Minnesota Timberwolves fall flat in season-opening loss to Los Angeles Lakers

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves came out flat in their season opener, falling to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers. The offense was s...

Locked On Wolves POSTCAST: T-Wolves Look SLOPPY With New Faces vs. Los Angeles Lakers, 110-103

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves kickoff the new season on the west coast verses Lebron James and The Los Angeles Lakers. Join Luke Inman and Sam Ekstrom im...

Opening Night Preview with Locked On Lakers + final Timberwolves roster and win total prediction

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves open their season against the Los Angeles Lakers, which means a game preview and a crossover episode with Locked On Lakers....

How Julius Randle will fit the Timberwolves starting lineup + Jaden McDaniels' offensive role

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julius Randle will be a key part of the Minnesota Timberwolves' starting lineup, but what do the Wolves need him to provide on both ends of the floor?...

Young players impress in Minnesota Timberwolves preseason finale + 7 Wolves in ESPN Top 100

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves rested their rotation players in the preseason finale, giving their young players -- Josh Minott, Rob Dillingham, Terrence ...

Julius Randle's strong Minnesota Timberwolves debut + Josh Minott continues his preseason tear

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julius Randle had a strong Minnesota Timberwolves debut and Josh Minott continued his preseason tear as the Wolves lost a close contest to the Chicago...

Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo's roles on the Minnesota Timberwolves' revamped bench unit

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a new-look rotation, with Donte DiVincenzo joining reigning Sixth Man of the Year Naz Reid off the bench. Ben Beecken ...

Timberwolves will be in the running for the Western Conference | NBA Season Preview

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Dallas Mavericks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, Phoenix Suns, and Minnesota Timberwolves all deserve to be in the conversation for the be...

Rob Dillingham's role, what Joe Ingles will provide the Timberwolves, and what's needed from NAW

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What will Minnesota Timberwolves' rookie Rob Dillingham's role be to start the season? Also, what will the Wolves be relying on Joe Ingles and Nickeil...

Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo star in Timberwolves preseason game vs. New York Knicks

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anthony Edwards went off and Donte DiVincenzo continued his strong preseason in the Minnesota Timberwolves game at the New York Knicks. Ben Beecken (@...

Can Terrence Shannon Jr. or Josh Minott crack the Timberwolves rotation? Plus, Luka Garza's new role

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a fairly clear top eight or nine players in their rotation. How can rookie Terrence Shannon Jr. or 21-year-old Josh Mi...

ESPN's Projections: Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo trade boosts the Timberwolves

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Believe it or not, a pair of ESPN projections (Kevin Pelton's and Basketball Power Index) agree that the Minnesota Timberwolves are in line for a bett...

NBA GM Survey: Minnesota Timberwolves will finish second + praise for Ant, Gobert, and Chris Finch

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The annual GM Survey on NBA.com painted a rosy picture for the Minnesota Timberwolves, including a projected second-place finish in the Western Confer...

Who will the Minnesota Timberwolves cut? Plus previewing camp players and two-way contracts

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the wake of last week's big trade, the Minnesota Timberwolves will have to make a roster decision. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses the Wolves' op...

Rob Dillingham, Josh Minott impress in Minnesota Timberwolves preseason win over the Lakers

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves impressed with their depth in an easy preseason win over the Los Angeles Lakers behind efficient scoring from Josh Minott a...

Areas of improvement for the Minnesota Timberwolves offense + how Julius Randle will help

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves offense lagged behind their defense last year, but there are some areas in which they could find some quick improvement. Be...

The Minnesota Timberwolves' depth improvement matters + Donte DiVincenzo's defensive impact

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite trading away Karl-Anthony Towns, ESPN's Kevin Pelton's trade grade for the Minnesota Timberwolves after the blockbuster with the New York Knic...

What Julius Randle's frontcourt pairings with the Knicks say about his fit with the Timberwolves?

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julius Randle comes to the Minnesota Timberwolves after having played alongside several centers in his time with the New York Knicks that were of a si...

3 positives about the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evaluating three positives that should come from the Minnesota Timberwolves trade for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, from what each player can br...

How Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle impact their new teams most with Locked On Knicks

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a crossover episode of Locked On Wolves and Locked On Knicks, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Alex Wolfe (@alexwolfe) break down the Karl-Anthony Towns...

Karl-Anthony Towns traded to the New York Knicks + Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo to the Timberwolves

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

REACTION to the Minnesota Timberwolves trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a protec...

ESPN projection model has the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Play-In??!?

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a shocking twist, Kevin Pelton's win total projections at ESPN have the Minnesota Timberwolves projected to finish in the Play-In. Ben Beecken (@bb...

Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns too low again in player rank + how high is Anthony Edwards ranked??

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minnesota Timberwolves tied for the league lead with six players in the top 100 at the CBS Sports top-100 player rankings -- but Karl-Anthony Town...

Are Minnesota Timberwolves stars Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns a top-5 NBA duo?

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are Minnesota Timberwolves stars Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns a top-5 NBA duo? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) ranks the league's best duos and deci...