Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves' defense has slipped of late. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into why that's happened, and why there should be measured concern about the unit moving forward. At the same time, this is the proper time for head coach Chris Finch to be experimenting with new looks on that end of the floor. Also, a quick preview of Wolves-Cavs.

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D'Angelo Russell scored 37 points, including 23 in the fourth quarter as the Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Memphis Grizzlies. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves managed to win despite being dominated on the glass and at the free throw line, plus dealing with Karl-Anthony Towns being in foul trouble all night.

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Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) makes his second-half predictions for the Minnesota Timberwolves, including their final record and where they'll finish in the Western Conference playoff race. Can they avoid the play-in tournament altogether? Plus, a couple more second-half predictions and a preview of Wolves-Grizzlies.

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The hosts of the five play-in (or close to the play-in) teams in the Western Conference team up to discuss the race to avoid the play-in tournament. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains what's different about the Wolves this year and why they could threaten the No. 6 seed, and the hosts from Locked On Mavs, Locked On Clippers, Locked On Lakers, and Locked On Nuggets discuss which in the group of five teams is most dangerous. Plus, will the Mavericks' trade deadline changes knock them back down into the play-in?

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The Minnesota Timberwolves have surprised much of the basketball world with an impressive performance to this point in the season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the three biggest takeaways from the Wolves prior to the All-Star Break, including the roller-coaster defense, the tantalizing offense, and an overarching thought about the team overall.

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Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and a pair of young Wolves contributed to one of the best all-around NBA All-Star Weekends we've enjoyed in recent years. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) gives his thoughts on Towns' 3-Point Contest championship and performance in the All-Star Game -- and the best-shooting-big-man-ever debate. Plus, Anthony Edwards' and Jaden McDaniels' appearance in Friday's Rising Stars Challenge.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are three games above the .500 mark at the All-Star Break and are currently holding down the No. 7 spot in the Western Conference. But should we really be surprised by where they are in the standings, or should this have been the expectation all along? Plus, a look at the upcoming schedule and if they can get to No. 6, and a preview of Wolves players at All-Star Weekend.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves will head into All-Star Weekend on a sour note after a loss to the Toronto Raptors. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down a woeful offensive performance, with another impressive Karl-Anthony Towns game and solid play from Jaden McDaniels qualifying as the main silver linings.

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Karl-Anthony Towns put up 39 points and 15 rebounds as the Minnesota Timberwolves came from behind to beat the Charlotte Hornets in overtime. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) highlights Towns' dominance, as well as the notable adjustments made by head coach Chris Finch that helped the Wolves come away with their seventh win in their last nine games.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly extending Patrick Beverley's contract. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why this is a win for both sides. Plus, a spin around the league power rankings and a preview of the showdown between Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball as the Wolves prepare to take on the Charlotte Hornets.

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