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Ben Beecken brings you an in-depth, daily look at the #Wolves and the NBA. Locked On Wolves is the best way to get quick-hitting, accurate, and year-round Minnesota Timberwolves analysis. The Locked On Wolves Podcast is part of the Locked on Podcast Network. Follow @bbeecken and @lockedontwolves on Twitter to stay up-to-date with the latest Wolves news and reaction. #NBA #Timberwolves #Twolves

Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves Locked On Podcast Network

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Ben Beecken brings you an in-depth, daily look at the #Wolves and the NBA. Locked On Wolves is the best way to get quick-hitting, accurate, and year-round Minnesota Timberwolves analysis. The Locked On Wolves Podcast is part of the Locked on Podcast Network. Follow @bbeecken and @lockedontwolves on Twitter to stay up-to-date with the latest Wolves news and reaction. #NBA #Timberwolves #Twolves

    Resetting the Timberwolves cap situation: Can they keep Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker?

    Resetting the Timberwolves cap situation: Can they keep Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker?

    Is it possible for the Minnesota Timberwolves to bring back Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker? The Wolves are already over the salary cap, but they have some room before hitting the dreaded luxury tax. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why it may be a mistake to stretch the budget to bring back both free agents, and why there could be two clearly differing macro paths for the Timberwolves to consider this offseason -- and the Karl-Anthony Towns trade question is certainly part of the calculus.

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    • 33 min
    3 positive takeaways from the Timberwolves' year, starring Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, Tim Connelly

    3 positive takeaways from the Timberwolves' year, starring Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, Tim Connelly

    The Minnesota Timberwolves may have had a disappointing finish to the 2022-23 season, but there were still a few positives from the past year. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) picks three, including specific parts of Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards' individual games. Plus, some praise for Tim Connelly and some of the moves he made around the edges to improve the Wolves roster.

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    • 31 min
    How did the Timberwolves players jettisoned by Tim Connelly perform in the playoffs?

    How did the Timberwolves players jettisoned by Tim Connelly perform in the playoffs?

    New Minnesota Timberwolves front office boss Tim Connelly sent out several players over the past year, including in the Rudy Gobert trade last offseason and the Mike Conley move at the trade deadline. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) takes a look at how they all performed this year, including in the playoffs. D'Angelo Russell and Malik Beasley both had mixed results with the Los Angeles Lakers, while Jarred Vanderbilt and another former Wolf and current Phoenix Sun Josh Okogie, both played well for their respective playoff teams.

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    • 33 min
    Why free agent Naz Reid seems unlikely to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves

    Why free agent Naz Reid seems unlikely to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves

    Naz Reid had something of a breakout season for the Minnesota Timberwolves, but he's now an unrestricted free agent. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why it seems unlikely that Naz will return to the Wolves, starting with the amount of money he's reportedly seeking on the open market. Plus, if the Wolves entertain the idea of trading Karl-Anthony Towns, would Reid be a suitable semi-replacement at a much lower cost?

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    • 33 min
    A Karl-Anthony Towns trade could be pushed ahead by contract, opportune timing for the Timberwolves

    A Karl-Anthony Towns trade could be pushed ahead by contract, opportune timing for the Timberwolves

    There are a variety of factors that could encourage the Minnesota Timberwolves to opt for a Karl-Anthony Towns trade sooner rather than later. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores some of those factors, from his salary increase that takes effect next year, to concerns about future fit with Rudy Gobert and potentially selling low next offseason. Also, reviewing Howard Beck's thoughts on Naz Reid's pending free agency.

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    • 31 min
    Howard Beck on the Minnesota Timberwolves: Karl-Anthony Towns trade talk, Naz Reid's future + more

    Howard Beck on the Minnesota Timberwolves: Karl-Anthony Towns trade talk, Naz Reid's future + more

    Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) joins to talk all things Minnesota Timberwolves, from Karl-Anthony Towns trade rumors to the future of free agent big man Naz Reid and more. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) asks about Howard's perspective on the Rudy Gobert trade and the aftermath, which led to a worse record for the Wolves in 2022-23 than the season prior. Also, Howard's take on Tim Connelly and if he could be a candidate for the open Washington Wizards front office job.

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    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

3.9 out of 5
176 Ratings

176 Ratings

LongsufferingMNfan ,

GREAT Content But tighten up the gaps

Great show. Thanks for all the insights. One constructive criticism would be to tighten up the gaps and dead air. Sometimes it’s 5-8 seconds of dead air between commercials or segments. Not a big deal but I sometimes flip to another podcast when the dead air hits. Keep up the great work.

funkiblond13 ,

Awesome podcast

This is the first podcast I listen to every morning! I’m continually amazed at the dedication Ben Beecken has to this content. Every day he brings fresh insights and makes it an interesting listen. His knowledge is superior and his delivery is the best! Bravo!

SNAKE LORD! ,

Well put

Great show

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