Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves can find success quickly if they improve in a few key areas during the 2021-22 season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks them all down, from individual improvements the Wolves will rely on to team concepts that need to trend in the right direction. Also, a look at league-wide player ranking tiers from The Athletic.

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What are the next steps for the Wolves as they build their roster following the Patrick Beverley trade? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores what moves the Minnesota Timberwolves may have left, including open roster spots and remaining roster needs. Plus, putting a bow on Las Vegas Summer League with key takeaways.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired Patrick Beverley from the Memphis Grizzlies, trading away former lottery pick Jarrett Culver and Juancho Hernangomez. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why this trade is a home run for the Wolves, adding shooting, defense, and toughness to their roster. What comes next for the Wolves, with roster spots and cap space remaining?

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Jaden McDaniels and Jaylen Nowell have been fantastic for the Minnesota Timberwolves in Las Vegas Summer League, and that trend continued in a pair of weekend victories. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the wins, plus key takeaways and studs and duds from the weekend.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves improved to 2-0 in Las Vegas Summer League with a 19-point win over the Chicago Bulls. Ben Beecken breaks down another impressive Jaden McDaniels performance, as well as the Wolves' defensive effectiveness as a whole thus far in summer play.

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Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) debates the likelihood of the Minnesota Timberwolves getting in on a Ben Simmons trade yet this offseason. Would such a deal have to involve three teams? With ESPN's Zach Lowe confirming the Wolves' interest, it's a worthy topic to consider as the Philadelphia 76ers weigh their options.

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There are a few players still available in free agency in whom the Minnesota Timberwolves have some level of reported interest. Ben Beecken debates each name and a potential fit with the Wolves, plus takes a look at the power forward depth chart at this stage in the offseason.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves started Las Vegas Summer League with a win over the San Antonio Spurs, led by Jaden McDaniels, Jaylen Nowell, and a pair of rookie point guards. Ben Beecken breaks down the win, including a dynamic performance on both ends of the court from two-way big man Nathan Knight.

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Las Vegas Summer League kicks off tonight for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ben Beecken breaks down what to watch for, including Jaylen Nowell and Jaden McDaniels' respective roles, as well as other young point guards who should get plenty of opportunities to run the show.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves have completed a quiet opening week of NBA Free Agency ... but should be we be surprised? Ben Beecken explains why we should not be shocked, and what could come next for the Wolves. Also, Las Vegas Summer League starts this weekend...

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