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Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

Locked On Podcast Network, Ben Beecken

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’

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00:31:49

The Minnesota Timberwolves' Starting Lineup Is STILL...

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2025/10/16

The Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup was truly dominant throughout last year's playoffs, but a small-ball lineup was part of their downfall against the Thunder. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into the playoff lineups, including two of the best three lineups across the NBA. Plus, why the overall core is still strong -- including the bench depth and not just the antiquated "top three" method of evaluation. Also, NBA MVP odds and Anthony Edwards's chances. Support Us By Supporting Our

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00:30:53

What Rob Dillingham Must Do to FORCE His Way into...

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2025/10/15

What does Rob Dillingham have to do to land a consistent rotation role for the Minnesota Timberwolves? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what he did and didn't do well last year and so far in the preseason, including what head coach Chris Finch needs to see out of his second-year guard in order to hand him more minutes. Plus, a look at ESPN's simulation of the NBA season and a realistic worst-case scenario for the Wolves. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! GametimeToday's episode is brought to

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00:30:23

Joan Beringer, Rob Dillingham SHOW OUT in Minnesota...

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2025/10/14

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated their latest preseason game, and with the majority of their regular rotation resting, Rob Dillingham and Joan Beringer showed out and made their cases for rotation roles. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the impressive performances from the Wolves' young players, as well as what it is about Beringer's floor that makes him a viable rotation candidate as soon as this season. Plus, thoughts on Johnny Juzang and other players fighting for roster and

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00:32:11

NBA GM Survey Rates Minnesota Timberwolves HIGHLY |...

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2025/10/13

The Minnesota Timberwolves appeared early and often on the 2025-26 NBA GM Survey, with a predicted top-four finish in the West, plus love for Anthony Edwards, Chris Finch, and more -- plus, some noticeable absences. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the most surprising additions and omissions and why the general managers' takes vary from your average national pundit. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an

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00:29:08

Jaden McDaniels Leads Minnesota Timberwolves'...

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2025/10/10

The Minnesota Timberwolves played their starters for more than half the game in an overtime preseason loss to the New York Knicks. Anthony Edwards got plenty of shots up while Jaden McDaniels and the rest of the Wolves flexed their defensive muscles. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the key takeaways from this one, including the rotation, the players with the inside track at end-of-the-rotation minutes, plus individual studs and duds. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! QuoSee why over 90,000

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00:29:59

Minnesota Timberwolves Underestimated Again by ESPN's...

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2025/10/09

The Minnesota Timberwolves' win projection total by ESPN's Kevin Pelton is far too low -- for the second straight year. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why after lowballing the Wolves last year, the projection model didn't learn its lesson. Progression and continuity with Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, and others are a big reason why they certainly won't be worse this season. Plus, thoughts on Naz Reid playing the 3 next to Randle and Rudy Gobert. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! QuoSee why

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00:27:48

TJ Shannon, Naz Reid, Johnny Juzang Shine as...

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2025/10/08

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell in overtime to the Indiana Pacers in preseason action, but TJ Shannon, Naz Reid, and Johnny Juzang impressed as the Wolves depth was once again on display. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Shannon + Naz two-man game and what has been so encouraging about Shannon's play so far this preseason. Plus, more struggles for Rob Dillingham. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and

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00:25:31

Chris Finch Continues to Signal Expanded Timberwolves...

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2025/10/07

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch continues to signal that the final rotation spots could be interchangeable and that multiple players could cycle through those roles. Plus, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses Jaden McDaniels showing more flashes as a playmaker in the preseason opener, and the Wolves take on the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night in their second preseason game. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started

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00:30:04

Joan Beringer, TJ Shannon SHINE in Timberwolves'...

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2025/10/06

The Minnesota Timberwolves won their preseason opener against the Denver Nuggets, and Joan Beringer was the story. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the Wolves rookie looked the part on both ends of the floor, as well as why second-year wing Terrence Shannon Jr. was so impressive within the halfcourt offense. Plus, lots of Bones Hyland and Johnny Juzang as both veterans battle for roster spots. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo,

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00:27:45

ESPN SLAMS Minnesota Timberwolves' Offseason | Claims...

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2025/10/03

The ESPN claim that the Minnesota Timberwolves roster lost significant value is misleading at best. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why the Wolves' roster is not likely to be significantly worse, plus what the Wolves are doing to help their transition offense -- regardless of whether Rudy Gobert is on the floor or not. Also, Mike Conley is ready to have a better start to the season and contribute to the Wolves' continuing offensive growth and improvement. Support Us By Supporting Our

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00:28:32

The Minnesota Timberwolves May SURPRISE Us In These...

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2025/10/02

What will be the most surprising aspect of the Minnesota Timberwolves this season that could lift them to where they want to go? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) evaluates where some unexpected offensive development could come from and why the offense might just surpass the defense this year as the unit the Wolves can trust the most. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the

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00:28:41

How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To...

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2025/10/01

The Minnesota Timberwolves were the best defensive team in the NBA two seasons ago but slipped on that end of the floor last year. What was different, and how has the defense impacted the Wolves' transition offense? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the minutes without Rudy Gobert are the most important when it comes to improvement on both ends of the floor. Plus, the real biggest question surrounding the Wolves this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with

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00:29:41

Timberwolves Training Camp Roster REVEALED | Who Will...

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2025/09/30

The Minnesota Timberwolves have released their training camp roster, and there are several players with previous NBA experience who will battle for the chance to fill the Wolves' final roster spots. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down each of the candidates, including their positions, past experience, a brief scouting report, and why the Wolves chose to bring them to camp. Plus, an overall roster breakdown on where things stand as training camp kicks off. Support Us By Supporting Our

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00:31:28

TJ Shannon Has A Rotation Role for the Timberwolves +...

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2025/09/29

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch acknowledged that Terrence Shannon Jr. has a rotation spot - and left open the door for a variety of players to earn the ninth (and maybe even tenth!) spots in the rotation. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) pulls out the most intriguing nuggets from Finch's interview, including some interesting thoughts on Rob Dillingham, Jaden McDaniels, and last year's general "moodiness" that made things difficult at times. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour

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00:39:39

NBA SQUAD: Rockets Fred VanVleet Injury Nightmare,...

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2025/09/26

It's time for another episode of the NBA Squad! Today we are breaking down the Houston Rockets' nightmare Fred VanVleet injury, what we want to see from NBA Media Days, whether or not the Oklahoma City Thunder can take another step up and more! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Follow the Locked On Podcast NetworkTwitter 📲

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00:30:54

Anthony Edwards RANKED BEHIND Victor Wembanyama By...

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2025/09/26

Victor Wembanyama ranked ahead of Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards on the ESPN Top 100 Player Rank. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) tries to make sense of something that ... makes very little sense. Plus, other surprises when comparing the ESPN list to the Locked On NBA Top 100 Player List, including where LeBron James and Donovan Mitchell are ranked. Lastly, a look at some training camp roster moves by the Wolves and thoughts on what Chris Finch has said about the end of the

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00:31:24

Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle Both Rank Too Low in...

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2025/09/25

Two Minnesota Timberwolves players were included in the ESPN Top 100 Player List in the 11-50 range. What was the difference between that rank and their place on the Locked On NBA Top 100 Player List? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down where the landed, as well as comparing the Wolves to other top teams in the Western Conference -- which teams have multiple top-15 players? What about top 25? Also, how many teams have five or more players in the Top 100 on both lists. Support Us By Supporting Our

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00:28:38

BIGGEST Differences between Locked On NBA Top 100 &...

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2025/09/24

Where the Locked On NBA Top 100 got it right and the ESPN Player Rank got it wrong, including two Minnesota Timberwolves players who ranked much higher on the Locked On list than they did at ESPN. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the list so far as Jaden McDaniels and Naz Reid are both ranked in the 51 to 100 range. Plus, other player ranks that ESPN missed on and had the biggest discrepancies compared to the LO NBA Top 100 list. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with

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00:30:18

ESPN Survey: Anthony Edwards Is NOT the best American...

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2025/09/23

Who will be the best player -- and best American-born player -- in the NBA in the next five years? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dissects ESPN's Offseason Survey as it attempts to answer this question, among many others. Who is the best American player now? Thoughts on where Anthony Edwards landed on both lists. Also, what were the best and worst offseason moves, and who wins each Conference and the Finals? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless

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00:28:18

Why Are The Timberwolves Championship Odds So Low? |...

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2025/09/22

Why do the Minnesota Timberwolves have just the ninth-best odds to win the NBA Finals according to FanDuel? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into the eight teams ahead of the Wolves and why the odds are far too long. Why do the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Orlando Magic all have shorter odds than the Timberwolves? Also, reasons why the Wolves are a great bet at +2200 to win the championship. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless

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