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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’ locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Wolves podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Episodes
- WOLVES POSTCAST: Minnesota Timberwolves' Season Ends In Blowout Fashion At The Hands Of The Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves were blown out by the San Antonio Spurs in Game 6 as their season came to a close. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break down what happened and what comes next as they look ahead to what wil…
- What The Minnesota Timberwolves MUST DO EARLY In Game 6 SHOWDOWN Against Wemby And San Antonio Spurs
What to watch for in the early stages of Game 6 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs: who guards who, and what is each team's initial counter? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down potential strategy tweaks and the Wolves…
- WOLVES SQUAD SHOW: The Timberwolves Simply Aren't as Good as the San Antonio Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves are on the brink of elimination after getting crushed in the second half in Game 5. Now their hopes rest on a Game 6 at home to sustain the season. Can Anthony Edwards summon a heroic effort? And is a lineup chan…
- Julius Randle's STRUGGLES Are One Of Minnesota Timberwolves' Biggest Issues | Solving Spurs' Defense?
Breaking down the Minnesota Timberwolves' biggest problems vs. the San Antonio Spurs as they trail the series 3-2. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs in on Julius Randle's struggles, dealing with double teams on Anthony Edwards, and the lack of…
- DOUBLED AND STAGNANT: Timberwolves' Offense COLLAPSES In Game 5 Loss vs. Spurs' Dominant Defense
The Minnesota Timberwolves continued to struggle to solve the San Antonio Spurs' defense in a Game 5 loss, and now the season has been pushed to the brink. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' failure to figure out the Spurs' do…
- WOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves DIG THEMSELVES INTO TROUBLE As Spurs Take Game 5, 126-97
The Timberwolves had too many self inflicted wounds they couldn't overcome in Game 5 . Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec…
- WOLVES SQUAD SHOW: How the Timberwolves Can STEAL Game 5 vs San Antonio Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs are tied at 2-2 in the series after Victor Wembanyama's ejection in Game 4. Can Julius Randle get it together to help the Wolves, and can Anthony Edwards continue his electric play? Sam, Jac…
- PHYSICALITY: Why Playoff TOUGHNESS Will Decide The Series Between Minnesota Timberwolves and Spurs
The physicality of the series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs has taken center stage -- and it may just be too much for the Spurs. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the Spurs are seemingly shell-shocked by pl…
- Minnesota Timberwolves EVEN SERIES as Victor Wembanyama EJECTED, Anthony Edwards SHINES LATE
The Minnesota Timberwolves used Anthony Edwards' heroics to surge ahead late and even their series against the San Antonio Spurs following Victor Wembanyama's ejection. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wemby ejection and postgame co…
- WOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves SURVIVE GAME 4 After Victor Wembanyama's EARLY EJECTION, 114-109
The Minnesota Timberwolves survived the waining minutes to tie the series back up at 2-2. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col…
- Anthony Edwards's BIG NIGHT Not Enough As Minnesota Timberwolves' Defense FALTERS In Game 3 Loss
Anthony Edwards had a big night and looked a lot more like himself, but the Minnesota Timberwolves' defense faltered as they lost Game 3 to the San Antonio Spurs. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's performance, the Wolves' solid off…
- WOLVES POSTCAST: Victor Wembanyama's 39-Points Proves To Be TOO MUCH For Wolves In Game 3, 115-108
The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped game three despite Anthony Edwards' best efforts. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti…
- What The Minnesota Timberwolves MUST CHANGE On Offense In Game 3 Against the San Antonio Spurs
What the Minnesota Timberwolves need to start doing offensively in Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. Plus, potential rotation tweaks and reasons for optimism. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs in on the Wolves' shot selection and stats that…
- WOLVES SQUAD SHOW: Why Did the Minnesota Timberwolves GET 'PUNKED' In Game 2? | Possible Rotation Changes?
The Minnesota Timberwolves turned in a terrible Game 2 performance against the San Antonio Spurs. The Wolves Squad Show dives in and debates what's next for the Wolves, from a better effort (hopefully) to possible rotation changes and diff…
- WAKE-UP CALL: Minnesota Timberwolves CRUMBLE in Game 2 Blowout Loss To San Antonio Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves no-showed Game 2 as the San Antonio Spurs dominated, sending the series back to the Twin Cities tied at one game apiece. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' alarming lack of effort, starting with slop…
- WOLVES POSTCAST: T-Wolves GET ROASTED After Worst Game Of Season In San Antonio in Game 2, 133-95
Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves head back home tied up with Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Join Jack Borman and Luke Inman for the instant reaction after the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
- Where Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves MUST ATTACK the San Antonio Spurs' Defense
The Minnesota Timberwolves need to exploit the San Antonio Spurs' top-3 defense by scoring in the mid-range, and the Wolves' have the personnel to do exactly that. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives in on the Wolves' three-big lineup -- w…
- WOLVES 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, helping to steal Game 1 from Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Parker Fo…
- Minnesota 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves scored just enough on the Spurs' vaunted de…
- WOLVES 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 Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti…
- How 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down the second-round matchup between the Timberwolves and Spur…
- WHAT 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 Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what McDaniels improved upon, the importance of Rud…
- MASTERCLASS: 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down McDaniels' stellar play on both ends of the floor and Sh…
- WOLVES 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 Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co…
- WOLVES 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, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets. Parker Fox, Jack Borman and Julia Daniels br…
- How 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves need to play on both ends of the floor and…
- RECURRING 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down the similarities between the losses and how the Wolves can…
- WOLVES 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 125-113 loss that included 25 turnovers. Our crew breaks down what went wrong, who…
- MELTDOWN: 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down the turnover issues on offense and the lack of scoring in the p…
- 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 and Luke Inman for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company…
- TRICKLE 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 important contributors to fill in for DiVincenzo's role, Edwards' scoring, and t…
- Minnesota 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 Anthony Edwards to injury. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves pulle…
- WOLVES 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 lead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information…
- FEROCIOUS 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' dominant defense, another impressive Rudy Gobert perf…
- WOLVES 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 following the game for instant reaction and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an A…
- WOLVES 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 some mismatches on the Nuggets and take a 2-1 lead. #minnesotatimberwolves Support…
- Minnesota 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 Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into the Wolves' rotations, including how they managed Rudy…
- Minnesota 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 (@bbeecken) breaks down the positives from the first two games of the playoffs,…
- WOLVES 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 Edwards led the way offensively, and Donte Divincenzo helped seal the deal. What li…
- RALLY 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 Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the impact of the Wolves' stars, plus Rudy Gobe…
- WOLVES 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abo…
- GLASS 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 case for Wolves fans feeling okay leading into Game 2, from the defensive game p…
- WOLVES 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 after the game for the instant reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company…
- Minnesota 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 not-so-far-fetched things that would be indicators of a Wolves' series win if they take plac…
- WOLVES 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 team's specific advantages and disadvantages, how are they different from two years a…
- KEY 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 Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the potential for the Wolves to push the pace to get m…
- How 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 the importance of defensive rebounding in the series, and making the Nuggets unc…
- WOLVES 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 team gives away some end-of-season superlatives. Get the best playoff preview from…
- How 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 award slot, including All-NBA (Anthony Edwards), All-Defense (Rudy Gobert), MVP,…
- Joan 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 be the Denver Nuggets. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Beringer's double-doub…