Minnesota Timberwolves rookies Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr., along with other young Wolves players, impressed in their first pro action as the Wolves went 2-0 to start Las Vegas Summer League. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the performances from the rookies, as well as an endlessly impressive defensive performance from Jaylen Clark and solid play from Daishen Nix. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 m...
Jul 15, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1910
The Minnesota Timberwolves open Las Vegas Summer League play on Friday. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what to watch for from the rookies and standard roster players the Wolves will have on the floor, including Rob Dillingham, Terrence Shannon Jr., Josh Minott, Leonard Miller, and Jaylen Clark. Plus, Daishen Nix re-signs with the Wolves on a two-way deal and Anthony Edwards plays well in Team USA scrimmage. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by Bette...
Jul 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1909
Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Terrence Shannon Jr. improved a ton in two years at the University of Illinois after three pedestrian years at Texas Tech. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Sunny Verma (@thesunnyv) of Locked On Illini to learn where Shannon improved most and what he'll bring to the Wolves immediately. Plus, what the Wolves are looking to get from Shannon from Day One. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your ...
Jul 11, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1908
The Minnesota Timberwolves seem to be done with the majority of their offseason activity, so how are things looking as they come out the other side? Plus, Anthony Edwards is set to shine for Team USA. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month. eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts...
Jul 10, 2024•44 min•Ep. 1907
The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially filled a second two-way contract slot, signing former West Virginia and Syracuse big man Jesse Edwards. Plus, the intrigue of Summer League addition Nadir Hifi. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into why the Wolves went straight to a two-way deal for Edwards and what the athletic big man can immediately provide, as well as what his upside might be. Also, speaking of upside ... Nadir Hifi! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is spo...
Jul 10, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1906
The Minnesota Timberwolves will fill more than half of their Las Vegas Summer League roster with familiar names - standard contract players, rookies, and Iowa Wolves - but there are some intriguing new names, too. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the names you need to know before the Timberwolves descend on Vegas, including players that we've seen play in Summer League previously and newcomers who may have a shot at earning a contract. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This ep...
Jul 09, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1905
As NBA free agency winds down, a look at what the Minnesota Timberwolves roster will look like. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down which players are definitely gone and who will be taking their place. Plus, Tim Connelly acquired a couple of additional second-round picks on draft night that we're just learning about. Finally, an argument as to why the Wolves' roster is just as good as it was a few weeks ago -- but with an even higher ceiling. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp Thi...
Jul 08, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1904
What roles will Minnesota Timberwolves offseason additions Joe Ingles, Rob Dillingham, and Terrence Shannon Jr. have at the start of the season? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the expected roles that each player will have, using the team's Opening Night rosters from the last two seasons as a guide. What each will provide, and why Ingles' presence will immediately lift the Wolves' offense. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors ...
Jul 05, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1903
The Minnesota Timberwolves made their most consequential free agency move, signing veteran forward Joe Ingles to a one-year deal to back-fill the role vacated by Kyle Anderson. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses the signing and why Ingles is a perfect fit for the Wolves. Plus, PJ Dozier reportedly signed a partially-guaranteed deal, leaving the Wolves with only one open standard roster spot. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has...
Jul 04, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1902
The Minnesota Timberwolves haven't done much in free agency as Kyle Anderson and Monte Morris have walked. Could they be interested in Lauri Markkanen? Get the latest Wolves news on the Minnesota Basketball Party.
Jul 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 1901
The Minnesota Timberwolves saw Kyle Anderson and Monte Morris both sign with Western Conference contenders, what's next for the Wolves in free agency? Also, the Wolves are named as a potential suitor for Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down where the roster stands now, and why the Wolves might have some legitimate interest in Markkanen in what would have to be a three or four-team trade. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits...
Jul 03, 2024•29 min•Ep. 1900
The Minnesota Timberwolves do not have any cap space to spend big in NBA Free Agency, but they do have roster spots to fill via veteran-minimum contracts. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) lists his favorite targets, plus a few more names to keep an eye on for the Wolves. Also, Luka Garza is returning to the Wolves on a two-year deal, and there have been plenty of waves around the NBA early in free agency... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Mo...
Jul 02, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1899
NBA Free Agency opened on Sunday night, what are the Minnesota Timberwolves even able to do with no cap space? Plus, Tyler Metcalf of NBA No Ceilings joins to discuss the Wolves' selection of Illinois wing Terrence Shannon Jr. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' cap and roster situation as free agency begins, plus asks Tyler about what Shannon brings to the Timberwolves from Day One. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motor...
Jul 01, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1898
The Minnesota Timberwolves traded up to No. 8 to select one of the best offensive players in this year's NBA Draft in Kentucky's Rob Dillingham. Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) of No Ceilings joins Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) to break down Dillingham's fit with the Wolves, including what is most intriguing about him as a prospect and what he'll bring to the bench unit, plus his shortcomings and what Wolves fans can be excited about from Day One. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From br...
Jun 28, 2024•27 min•Ep. 1897
The Minnesota Timberwolves shocked everyone, trading up to No. 8 in the NBA Draft to take University of Kentucky Wildcat Rob Dillingham, one of the most dynamic guards in the draft. Plus, they kept the No. 27 pick and took Illinois wing Terrence Shannon Jr. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down both picks, including the thought process behind the Dillingham trade and what to expect from both players in the Wolves rotation next year. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to...
Jun 27, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1896
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Jun 27, 2024•7 min•Ep. 1895
It's NBA Draft day for the Minnesota Timberwolves with free agency right around the corner. The crew on the Basketball Party identifies draft and free agency targets, plus weighs in on the extension for head coach Chris Finch. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die...
Jun 26, 2024•49 min•Ep. 1894
Considering 12 options for the Minnesota Timberwolves to take with either the No. 27 or the No. 37 selection in the 2024 NBA Draft on the final Locked On Wolves Big Board. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) runs down his big board with both selections in mind, as well as the possibility of maneuvering between the two picks. Are the Wolves more likely to take a bench creator with flexible positionality, or are they going to try to find a backup point guard? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors...
Jun 26, 2024•37 min•Ep. 1893
If the Minnesota Timberwolves choose to draft a backup point guard in this year's NBA Draft, they'll likely have the opportunity to consider taking either Colorado's KJ Simpson or Houston's Jamal Shead with one of their two picks. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains the strengths and weaknesses of each player and which one is the better fit for the Wolves, even if the other may have a higher ceiling. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Mot...
Jun 25, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1892
The Minnesota Timberwolves have two picks in a 10-pick range in the late first and early second round of this week's NBA Draft, and they will be considering Spanish point guard Juan Nunez, Minnesota guard Cam Christie, and Illinois wing Terrence Shannon Jr. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why each player is an option for the Wolves, and why University of Minnesota Golden Gopher might be the best possible pick for the Timberwolves. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brake...
Jun 24, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1891
The Minnesota Timberwolves need shooting and playmaking. If Johnny Furphy or Tyler Kolek are on the board at No. 27, should the Wolves take one of them? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why one of these players makes sense as a possible plug-and-play rotation player for the Wolves and the other isn't a worthy option for using the Wolves' first-round selection. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Pos...
Jun 21, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1890
The Minnesota Timberwolves will have a shot at decent prospect with the No. 27 pick. Could Baylor Scheierman fit as a plug-and-play rotation player, or Kyshawn George fit as an upside play off the bench? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down both players as prospects and if they would fit the Wolves and have a shot at cracking the rotation from Day One. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job f...
Jun 20, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1889
The Minnesota Timberwolves have the No. 27 pick in this year's NBA Draft. What positions and roles should the Wolves be looking to fill? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses the needs the Wolves are seeking to meet with their first-round pick and the No. 37 pick in the draft, as well as a few names that are most frequently attached to the Wolves in mock drafts. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post you...
Jun 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1888
Anthony Edwards made a legitimate leap this year from All-Star to All-NBA. What's next for the Minnesota Timberwolves' budding superstar that will help him become one of the top players in the league? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the high points of Ant's season, including his massive playmaking improvement, and some oof the areas in which he can easily tweak to become one of the league's top-10 players next season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you fi...
Jun 18, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1887
Karl-Anthony Towns had another All-Star season for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was versatile and effective on both ends of the floor, but there are areas in which he could improve his efficiency and overall impact. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what went right for KAT in 2023-24, as well as where there could be improvement for the Wolves' start big man. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post...
Jun 17, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1886
Rudy Gobert won his fourth career Defensive Player of the Year award in his second season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, and he absolutely deserved it. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down where Gobert improved the most in his second campaign with the Wolves after a ho-hum first season. Also, responding to the unfounded criticism around Gobert following his playoff performance. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk...
Jun 14, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1885
Jaden McDaniels continues to improve overall, but there is plenty of room for improvement on the offensive side of the ball for the Minnesota Timberwolves forward. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down McDaniels' season, which led to an All-Defensive Second Team nod. While the defense was again stellar, McDaniels regressed in a couple of key areas. Some subtle improvement could rapidly improve his overall offensive output and allow him to help the Wolves in new and different ways. Support Us By Su...
Jun 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1884
The Minnesota Timberwolves have an ownership kerfuffle, an expensive roster, and several free agents to decide on. Plus, Karl-Anthony Towns' future looms once again. Our panel of experts discusses it all on the Minnesota Basketball Party. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA . Terms and conditions apply. BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHel...
Jun 12, 2024•48 min•Ep. 1883
Naz Reid turned in a breakout year en route to winning the Sixth Man of the Year award, and Mike Conley earned a contract extension in his first full year with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) reviews each of their individual seasons, including what they did best and the areas in which they each were most important to the Wolves. Also, both players earned recent extensions; what are their futures in Minnesota? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps...
Jun 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1882
Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Kyle Anderson each played a big part in the success of this year's Minnesota Timberwolves, and especially in contributing to the Wolves' top-ranked defense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) gives a season review of each player, including the difference between Slo-Mo's first and second seasons in Minnesota. Plus, what Nickeil Alexander-Walker did best this year and one area in which an incremental improvement could go a long way. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedI...
Jun 11, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1881
