The Minnesota Timberwolves embark on a pivotal road trip as they cling to the 3-seed, starting with Tuesday night at the Los Angeles Lakers. Plus, is this year's group better equipped for a deep run than last year's team? And there were some interesting quotes in the media from Dillon Brooks and Rob Dillingham about the Timberwolves. Hear from our panel of experts on the huge upcoming stretch for the Wolves. #minnesotatimberwolves Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re ...
Mar 10, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 2506
It's not hard to make the case for Minnesota Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert to win Defensive Player of the Year for a fifth time. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Gobert's incredible individual defensive numbers, as well as the context that includes volume as well as team success and the importance of Gobert to his team compared to Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren. Also, the case for Naz Reid as Sixth Man of the Year and a preview of Wolves against the Los Angeles Lakers. Everydayer Club If...
Mar 10, 2026•34 min•Ep. 2505
In the wake of the Minnesota Timberwolves' blowout loss to the Orlando Magic, let's play "Thing or Not A Thing?" Questioning the Wolves' offense against top defenses, day game performances, Jaden McDaniels and Julius Randle, the Wolves' reliance on Kyle Anderson's minutes, and more. Plus, the Western Conference landscape. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and m...
Mar 09, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2504
Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves five-game win streak was snapped today as they fall to the Magic. Join Jack Borman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mar 07, 2026•22 min•Ep. 2503
The Minnesota Timberwolves surged ahead of the Toronto Raptors in the second half to secure a fifth-straight win as Rudy Gobert and Ayo Dosunmu starred. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the important performances from Gobert and Dosunmu, as well as Anthony Edwards's role in the Wolves' third-quarter run that put them ahead for good. Plus, individual studs and duds. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free a...
Mar 06, 2026•32 min•Ep. 2502
Six Minnesota Timberwolves scored in double figures in a team effort to earn a 115-107 victory a playoff-bound Toronto Raptors squad at Target Center, marking the Wolves' fifth straight win and moving Minnesota into the No. 3 spot in the Western Conference standings for the first time this season. Anthony Edwards scored a team-high 22 points on 12 shots, while Rudy Gobert added a double-double of 18 points and 12 boards. Minnesota's bench outscored Toronto's reserves 34-25 behind a combined 25 p...
Mar 06, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2501
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a brutal schedule in their final 20 games of the season -- can they earn the 3-seed with such a tough stretch? Plus, Rudy Gobert has gotten more vocal this season calling out teammates, and why can't Anthony Edwards get some real MVP love? Get the latest Minnesota Timberwolves talk from our team of experts, including Parker Fox, Julia Daniels, Jack Borman and Sam Ekstrom. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes ...
Mar 05, 2026•48 min•Ep. 2500
Will Kyle Anderson play more at the 3 next to two other bigs than he will at the 5 spot in his second tour with the Minnesota Timberwolves? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores a variety of lineup combos, especially given the context of the Wolves' lineup combinations the last time SloMo was with the Wolves -- and he played a lot at the 3. Also, is it possible to play him with at least one other non-shooter? Plus, the Wolves' increase in pace with Ayo Dosunmu in the fold and a preview of the matchup...
Mar 05, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2499
Anthony Edwards put up 41 points and closed out the Memphis Grizzlies as the Minnesota Timberwolves won for the seventh time in their last eight games. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's awesome start and otherworldly finish to a game in which the Wolves spent large chunks of time sleepwalking. Also, important moments from Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo as the Wolves flipped the script in the third quarter. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. J...
Mar 04, 2026•30 min•Ep. 2498
The Minnesota Timberwolves are heating up and have now won 7 of their last 8 games after another impressive performance against Memphis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mar 04, 2026•22 min•Ep. 2497
The Minnesota Timberwolves showed their best Sunday at Denver and moved up in the standings in a congested Western Conference. Plus, Kyle "Slo-Mo" Anderson returns to the team and shakes up their bench even more. Also, what are the keys to Jaden McDaniels' rise this season? Check out the all-new Wolves Squad Show with our crew of local voices. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit h...
Mar 03, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2496
The Minnesota Timberwolves have finalized their roster by adding Kyle Anderson and signing Zyon Pullin on a two-way deal. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why SloMo was the choice over others, including Tyus Jones, and why Pullin is intriguing as a young addition to the backcourt. Plus, previewing the matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http:...
Mar 03, 2026•33 min•Ep. 2495
The Minnesota Timberwolves outlasted the Denver Nuggets with a well-balanced offensive attack and big moments from Jaden McDaniels. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how Anthony Edwards handled the Nuggets' defensive scheme and kept the ball moving, to the benefit of McDaniels and others. Also, huge minutes from Bones Hyland and overall resiliancy from the Wolves. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free aud...
Mar 02, 2026•29 min•Ep. 2494
Stuck in the middle of a muddy conference the Minnesota Timberwolves pushed past the Nuggets into 4th place in the west thanks to dominating defense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mar 01, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2493
The Minnesota Timberwolves will reportedly sign Kyle Anderson following a buyout from Memphis. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why SloMo is an important addition on both ends of the floor, including backup center minutes behind Rudy Gobert, shoring up what's been a terrible unit with Gobert off the floor. Plus, what he brings to the table offensively -- loosely resembling what Julius Randle does for the Wolves' offense. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it offic...
Feb 27, 2026•20 min•Ep. 2492
The Minnesota Timberwolves needed late heroics from Anthony Edwards to win a slugfest over the Los Angeles Clippers. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the offensive challenges that the Wolves faced once again, as well as Edwards's performances down the stretch. Plus, a changing rotation and individual studs and duds. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more...
Feb 27, 2026•30 min•Ep. 2491
Anthony Edwards returned to Intuit Dome, where he won the NBA All-Star Game MVP a couple weeks ago, this time to drop 31 points and lead the Minnesota Timberwolves over a depleted, a new-look Los Angeles Clippers squad missing Kawhi Leonard (ankle), John Collins (head/neck) and Darius Garland (toe). Donte DiVincenzo added a crucial 18 points while Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert played lock-down defense all night long, holding Los Angeles to just 40.5% shooting and 5-22 (22.7%) from 3. Minnesota...
Feb 27, 2026•24 min•Ep. 2490
The Minnesota Timberwolves signed Jules Bernard to their final two-way contract spot. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what's changed the most about the Wolves' offense this season as they continue to struggle with turnovers and a lack of flow in the half court as they've picked up their pace overall. Also, a look at NBA title odds and previewing the matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On ...
Feb 26, 2026•32 min•Ep. 2489
The Minnesota Timberwolves used a massive game from Jaden McDaniels to hold on to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers despite some continued offensive hiccups. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down McDaniels's performance, as well as a tale of two halves from Anthony Edwards and huge moments from Rudy Gobert. Plus, individual studs and duds and interesting rotation decisions from Chris Finch. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer C...
Feb 25, 2026•29 min•Ep. 2488
The Minnesota Timberwolves bounced back as they headed to the west coast to kick off a three-game road trip in Portland, where defeated on a Trail Blazers team missing stars Deni Avdija (back) and Shaedon Sharpe (calf) by a score of 124-121 behind a combined 63 points from Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels. Rudy Gobert added a double-double of 10 points and a season-high 19 rebounds in his return from a one-game suspension, while Donte DiVincenzo made five of Minnesota's 17 3-pointers in an im...
Feb 25, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2487
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch needs to explore a couple of rotation tweaks: one in the frontcourt and one in the backcourt. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into Naz Reid's effectiveness alongside the Wolves' starters and the lineup data that suggests an obvious adjustment that must be made. Also, the Wolves' addition of Ayo Dosunmu means the Wolves could -- and should -- play less Bones Hyland. Lastly, previewing the game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Everydayer Club If you n...
Feb 24, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2486
The Minnesota Timberwolves, minus Rudy Gobert, were unable to slow down Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and the Philadelphia 76ers in a blowout loss. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' defensive issues, as well as the continuous turnovers that limited the Wolves' offense and fueled the Sixers' attack. Plus, Joan Beringer's first NBA start and rotation minutes for TJ Shannon and Mike Conley. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On E...
Feb 23, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2485
Philadelphia 76ers guards Tyrese Maxey and No. 3 overall pick V.J. Edgecombe combined for 64 points to end a four-game losing skid and take down Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves 135-108. Minnesota played without Rudy Gobert -- who earned a one-game suspension after picking up a Flagrant 1 on Friday night -- and Naz Reid, who on his poster dunk over Daniel Gafford re-aggravated a right shoulder injury suffered back in January. Philadelphia got it done without Joel Embiid (knee/shin)...
Feb 23, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2484
Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards scored 40 points for the eighth time this season to lead the Wolves to a 122-111 over the Dallas Mavericks, who were missing Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, and others. Naz Reid chipped in 21 points off the bench while Rudy Gobert added a double-double of 22 points and 17 rebounds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Feb 21, 2026•22 min•Ep. 2483
Bold predictions for the remainder of the Minnesota Timberwolves' schedule: NBA award-winners, Wolves' rotation, and predicting the finish to the season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) predicts the awards that Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert, and Naz Reid will win, plus the Wolves' final record along with other bold predictions. Also, a preview of the Wolves matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club...
Feb 20, 2026•30 min•Ep. 2482
Are the Minnesota Timberwolves about to be active on the NBA buyout market? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Kyle Anderson and Khris Middleton as potential signings -- which one fits better? Plus, bold predictions for the rest of the regular season, featuring Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, Ayo Dosunmu, and where the Wolves will finish in the Western Conference. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free au...
Feb 19, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2481
Preseason bold predictions about the Minnesota Timberwolves' offense are coming to fruition! Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down which predictions just missed hitting and which were way off, including highlighting the individual seasons turned in so far by Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and Julius Randle. Also, could any of these predictions still come true before the end of the season? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer ...
Feb 18, 2026•31 min•Ep. 2480
The Minnesota Timberwolves have improved their offense over the last few weeks by playing faster. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' recent adjustments and prolific transition offense. Related: the importance of newcomer Ayo Dosunmu to how the Wolves are now trying to play. Plus, other elements on both ends of the floor to keep an eye on coming out of the All-Star Break. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club a...
Feb 17, 2026•30 min•Ep. 2479
The discourse around the Minnesota Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards as the "face of the NBA" continues to be fascinating -- and there's a clear case for Ant to be that guy. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the case in the wake of Edwards's NBA All-Star MVP award and the conversation surrounding the topic around the league in a bonus episode of Locked On Wolves. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, a...
Feb 17, 2026•18 min•Ep. 2478
Anthony Edwards took home the MVP Award in the NBA All-Star Game after clutch moments and 32 points spread across the three mini-games. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's impressive performance and the wins and sins of the NBA's new All-Star Sunday format that led to genuinely competitive basketball among the game's best players. Plus, recapping All-Star Weekend predictions and looking ahead. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On E...
Feb 16, 2026•29 min•Ep. 2477
