The Minnesota Timberwolves have not been turning defense into offense enough this season as they've left potential poionts. in transition on the table. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Andrew Dukowitz (@adukeMN) to discuss the Wolves' lack of team assists and fastbreak scoring, plus how the long layoff may help moving forward and previewing Friday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage deli...
Dec 13, 2024•34 min•Ep. 2037
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 current combinations of Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, and Naz Reid is currently better than last year's best pairing. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down which duo is impressing the most, as well as which pairing is underperforming compared to what's needed by the Wolves. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and l...
Dec 12, 2024•30 min•Ep. 2036
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 could boost his scoring even more. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains the tweak, along with comparing Ant's season to date with how he finished last year. Plus, analyzing the Wolves' shot selection as a team to this point and how they can improve offensively. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league covera...
Dec 11, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2035
The Minnesota Timberwolves haven't been as dominant defensively overall through the first quarter of their schedule as they were last year, but there are quite a few similarities. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the one key area on each end of the floor where the Wolves are struggling compared to last season. Plus, lineups with Rudy Gobert continue to dominate, and a look at what we learned from a pair of games against the Golden State Warriors over the weekend. Your favorite podcast now has...
Dec 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 2034
The Minnesota Timberwolves started strong but saw their defense falter against the Golden State Warriors before their clutch offense completely disappeared and Steph Curry outdueled Anthony Edwards down the stretch to stop the Wolves' winning streak. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what happened to the Wolves' defense, including adjustments by the Warriors and some simple failures on the Wolves' side. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league covera...
Dec 09, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2033
Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break down the Minnesota Timberwolves' loss to the Golden State Warriors as Stephen Curry outdueled Anthony Edwards down the stretch. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com . Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Robinhood Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous ...
Dec 09, 2024•38 min•Ep. 2032
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Warriors thanks to stellar defense once again for their fourth straight win. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for all the action and recap.
Dec 07, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2031
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 biggest differences? Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) revisits the Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle trade at the quarter-pole of the season and previews the Wolves' matchup with the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up f...
Dec 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 2030
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 back. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the tone that was set early by the Wolves, including an impressive and dominant performance from Rudy Gobert. Plus, rotation minutes for Josh Minott and a second consecutive strong offensive performance from Julius Randle. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league ...
Dec 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 2029
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 over the LA Clippers. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break down the victory as the Wolves won their third straight game. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com . Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsor...
Dec 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2028
There is a common thread between the Minnesota Timberwolves' three best lineups and three worst lineups through the first 20 games of the season ... what is it? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the key similarities and differences between the best and worst most-used lineups. Plus, the Wolves' improving transition offense and defense and Wolves-Clippers. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for fre...
Dec 04, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2027
The Minnesota Timberwolves stacked a second consecutive dominant defensive performance while winning their second straight game as Rudy Gobert keyed the Wolves win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Gobert's double-double and how the Wolves disrupted Anthony Davis, plus the Wolves' transition offense and their huge advantage outside the arc. Also, strong performances from Naz Reid, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Donte DiVincenzo. Your favorite podcast now has a newsl...
Dec 03, 2024•31 min•Ep. 2026
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 streak. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and breakdown after the game.
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2025
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) where the Wolves' offensive and defensive units stand as of now and what categories the Wolves need to continue to improve in. Finally, a preview of the Wolves' matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers and the importance of the week ahead. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to yo...
Dec 02, 2024•31 min•Ep. 2024
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 important for the Wolves. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into Anthony Edwards' postgame comments following the latest loss and why the upcoming Clippers and Lakers games are so important for the Wolves. Plus, a dive into the Wolves-Clippers matchup on Friday night. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league covera...
Nov 29, 2024•29 min•Ep. 2023
The Minnesota Timberwolves fell behind by double digits again before coming back to lead late but ultimately lost their fourth-straight game, this time to the Sacramento Kings as a stagnant offense once again came back to bite them. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves came back to take a lead in this one with a swarming defense, reminiscent of last year's league-best defensive unit. Plus, what happened during the collapse: stagnant offense, so-so defense, and some massive reboundi...
Nov 28, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2022
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 instant reaction and breakdown after the game.
Nov 28, 2024•36 min•Ep. 2021
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 there any moral victories from the suddenly sub-.500 Wolves? What moves can Chris Finch make? Hear the solutions on The Minnesota Basketball Party. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com . Support Us By Supporting Our Spon...
Nov 27, 2024•51 min•Ep. 2020
The Minnesota Timberwolves lost their third straight game, falling behind by 18 points before forcing overtime and ultimately losing to the Houston Rockets. But the headline is rookie Rob Dillingham, who was a clear catalyst for the Wolves' comeback. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Dillingham's performance, as well as the late-game rotation decisions for head coach Chris Finch, including Naz Reid not getting minutes down the stretch while Julius Randle was struggling. Your favorite podcast n...
Nov 27, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2019
The Minnesota Timberwolves ran out of gas in overtime despite a breakout performance from Rob Dillingham. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and breakdown after the game.
Nov 27, 2024•39 min•Ep. 2018
It's a special crossover episode with Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) of Locked On Rockets joining Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) to discuss the Minnesota TImberwolves NBA Cup showdown with the Houston Rockets as the Wolves try to get back on track. Ben and Jackson breakdown what the matchups will look like on both ends of the floor and what each side should be concerned about as they head into this matchup. Also, are the Rockets for real? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate...
Nov 26, 2024•46 min•Ep. 2017
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 for the fifth time in their last seven games. Despite the loss, there were positives: Rob Dillingham's best game to date, Anthony Edwards' all-around performance, and 20 rebounds from Rudy Gobert. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the good and the bad from the loss, including individual studs and duds. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In...
Nov 25, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2016
The Minnesota Timberwolves fell apart yet again, this time with a unique and concerning fourth-quarter meltdown by Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert as the Toronto Raptors pulled out the win. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) gives his thoughts on the Gobert-Randle play -- who's to blame, and is it a big deal? -- as well as what happened overall in another loss to an inferior opponent. Plus, individual studs and duds and where we go from here... Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ulti...
Nov 22, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2015
The Minnesota Timberwolves losing streak in Toronto continues with another late game collapse. Final score verse the Raptors 110-105. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and breakdown after the game.
Nov 22, 2024•31 min•Ep. 2014
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 games, from their depth challenges to the defensive problems when Rudy Gobert is on the bench. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into the most significant problems, plus previews the Wolves-Raptors game. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at...
Nov 21, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2013
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 moment that will get the Timberwolves' out of a rut? The Minnesota Basketball Party crew reviews their sweep at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers, plus their bounceback wins over Sacramento and Phoenix. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for fre...
Nov 20, 2024•48 min•Ep. 2012
The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a solid start to the season overall, but there are some surprising threads among their best lineup combinations. Plus, how can the Wolves keep their offense in the NBA's top 10? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into the lineup data first, exploring what it says about A) the bench unit and B) one of the Wolves' starters. Also, what elements are the Wolves lagging behind on when it comes to their offensive execution? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In O...
Nov 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 2011
The Minnesota Timberwolves came back from a double-digit deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns on a Julius Randle buzzer-beater. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves got there, from their failures to guard to Devin Booker to finally figuring out how to deal with the Suns' aggressive defense on Anthony Edwards. Plus, overarching themes from the weekend, as the Wolves won twice despite both Booker and De'Aaron Fox going off on their defense. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In ...
Nov 18, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2010
The Minnesota Timberwolves snap their three-game losing streak in overtime to the Sacramento Kings. Join Luke Inman and Andrew Dukowitz for the instant recap and reaction.
Nov 16, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2009
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 and the Wolves might be able to turn to? Ben Beecken breaks down Conley's struggles to this point, as well as the flaw in roster construction and coaching strategy that's led them to this point. Are more minutes for Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker at the point guard spot the answer? Or is it Rob Dillingham? Your favo...
Nov 15, 2024•30 min•Ep. 2008
