The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a poor winning percentage all year, but their net rating has been on a bit of a roller coaster. Ben Beecken breaks that down, including their peak net rating coinciding closely with the waning days of Ryan Saunders' tenure as head coach. Also, a preview of Wednesday night's Wolves-Knicks matchup.

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Riding the Wolves' net rating roller coaster, plus Wolves-Knicks preview

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.

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