Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves offense was horrific in the loss to the Toronto Raptors in the season opener, but that isn't the most concerning early-season issue. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why transition defense is the biggest problem, and why it's imperative that it's fixed in short order. Plus, a look at the Wolves' matchup against Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat in the Timberwolves' home opener on Saturday night, and a peek ahead at a rough upcoming schedule.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves had major offensive issues in their first game of the season, ultimately falling to the Toronto Raptors by three. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the good and the bad from the season opener. From the Wolves' surprisingly impressive rebounding performance and the Karl-Anthony Towns-centric offensive sets (good!) to the lack of ball movement in the half-court offense and miserable transition defense (bad!), it's all covered on the Postgame Podcast.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves season opener has arrived against the Toronto Raptors! Jaden McDaniels will miss the game but did sign a contract extension over the weekend. Plus, Jimmy Butler makes his latest return to Target Center coming up in the home opener. That's all today with Reggie Wilson, Ben Beecken, Ron Johnson and Jack Borman on the Minnesota Basketball Party.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Opening Night is tonight! Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) gets you ready for Wolves action with a full prediction show, including the Wolves' win total, full Western Conference and Eastern Conference standings projections, best over/under bets, and individual player predictions for the Timberwolves this season. Plus, a preview of the Wolves-Raptors matchup on Wednesday night.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves agreed to a contract extension with Jaden McDaniels just prior to the deadline. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the deal, including why it was still an extremely solid get for the Wolves, even if the total number seems high at first glance. Plus, critiquing where Wolves players landed on The Ringer's latest player rankings, looking at one of John Hollinger's bold predictions, and a few awards projections regarding Timberwolves players.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves ranked extremely high on John Hollinger's Western Conference projections. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the Wolves are ranked there, what Hollinger's reasoning was, and if it's realistic. Plus, a look at Zach Lowe's League Pass Rankings at ESPN -- the Wolves came in with another top ranking -- and the Wolves' final roster decisions, including more churning of the final two-way contract slot.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves completed an undefeated preseason behind an impressive first-half performance from Anthony Edwards. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' win over the Chicago Bulls with a focus on the chemistry shown between Edwards and Rudy Gobert, as well as what a big lineup of Gobert and Naz Reid was able to do against a small Bulls unit. Also, the second half featured only bench players for the Wolves. How did they fair, and who helped or hurt themselves with a final preseason performance?

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Which of these NBA teams will take a leap? Can the Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Indiana Pacers take the next step? 

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Where can Jalen Brunson & Julius Randle take the Knicks this season? What will Chet Holmgren bring to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder? What can Tyrese Haliburton do in Indiana this season? Can Anthony Edwards make the superstar leap for the Wolves? Can De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis capture the same magic as last season? 

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The expectations are sky-high for Anthony Edwards this year as he looks to lift the Minnesota Timberwolves past the first-round playoff hump. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down where Edwards improved the most last season, as well as what the next frontier is for Ant this year. Plus, just how high is the ceiling for Edwards? What does he have to do to make an All-NBA team this year, and what will that do to the Wolves' success as a team?

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are undefeated in the preseason and a week away from beginning the regular season. The Basketball Party panel discusses Tuesday's preseason victory, Tim Connelly's offseason grade, how the Timberwolves stack up in the Western Conference and Naz Reid's sudden growth spurt. Hear from Reggie Wilson, Ben Beecken, Jack Borman, Ron Johnson and Sam Ekstrom on the latest episode.

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