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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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00:29:56

Minnesota Timberwolves UNLIKELY to Make Any...

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2025/09/19

The Minnesota Timberwolves are unlikely to pull off a trade of any significance this year given the makeup of their roster and their salary books. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) goes into detail on why the Wolves are likely to look the same in the spring as they do now, plus why Collin Sexton, Malik Monk, and Duop Reath are NOT sensible trade targets. If the Wolves decide to make a trade, here's why and what they'll be targeting... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring,

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00:28:50

ESPN SNUBS Timberwolves in Future Power Rankings |...

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2025/09/18

The Minnesota Timberwolves are far too low in ESPN's Future Power Rankings -- and laughably low in the roster and management categories. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains which teams belong beneath the Wolves in each category and overall -- Anthony Edwards alone should be enough to push the Wolves much higher than they are. Plus, are the Twin Cities really the worst market in the NBA?!? Lastly, the Wolves signed Nojel Eastern to a training camp deal. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour

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00:36:17

Key Offseason Moments, Rotation Thoughts, and Best in...

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2025/09/17

Andrew Dukowitz (@aDukeMN) of Zone Coverage joins Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves' offseason, including the biggest move (or non-move) of the summer. Plus, the duo discusses end-of-the-rotation questions and ranking the top six teams in the Western Conference as of right now. 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 favorites you love

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00:27:58

Timberwolves Bring Back Bones Hyland | Why Bones +...

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2025/09/16

The Minnesota Timberwolves officially re-signed Bones Hyland. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the Wolves brought Bones back, and what some of the advantages are over the alternatives. Plus, the Johnny Juzang signing is official. How many roster spots remain open and what's next as the offseason draws to a close? 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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00:27:16

Ranking the Timberwolves' Biggest Roster Holes: What...

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2025/09/15

What is the biggest hole on the Minnesota Timberwolves roster? It may not be exactly what you think. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what qualities and skills are lacking and where the Wolves could use some help as they round out their roster for 2025-26. Plus, Malcolm Brogdon is off the board and the Wolves have officially announced the head coach of the Iowa Wolves G League team. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your

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00:29:37

The Rudy Gobert Trade Was a Resounding Success for...

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2025/09/12

The Rudy Gobert trade was a resounding success for the Minnesota Timberwolves, full stop. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs into what the Wolves gave up for Gobert, Tim Connelly's motivation for making the deal in the first place, what the traded draft picks have turned into so far, and why it's been a clear win overall. Plus, recapping the Locked On NBA Top 100 Players and what the list can tell us about the league. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance

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00:25:50

The Timberwolves Lack of Presence in Top 25 of Locked...

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2025/09/11

There are seven teams with two players in the top-25 of the Locked On NBA Top 100, and the Minnesota Timberwolves are not one of them. They're also the only Conference Finalist to not have two in the top-25. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) makes the argument that it speaks to the depth of their roster and the way that Tim Connelly has built the Wolves around Anthony Edwards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf

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00:29:32

Timberwolves on Locked On NBA Top 100 List: Rudy...

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2025/09/10

Minnesota Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert continues to be disrespected by the NBA media at large; he finished outside the Top 50 on the Locked On NBA Top 100 Players List. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why he should be higher, and lists three players who should be behind Gobert. Plus, diving into potential NBA expansion. What are the chances the Wolves get moved over to the Western Conference? (Yes, please!) Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to

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00:31:17

Timberwolves Players on Locked On NBA Top 100 List: 3...

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2025/09/09

The Minnesota Timberwolves have five players on the Locked On NBA Top 100 Player List, and the rankings for Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert are the most controversial. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why three players ranked above Randle should be behind him, and why Randle should be higher than No. 43 on the list. Plus, diving into ESPN's Future Hall of Fame Tiers, including two current Timberwolves players and two former Wolves. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip

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00:30:40

Locked On Top 100 Player List: Where Minnesota...

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2025/09/08

The Locked On NBA Top 100 List is live. How many Minnesota Timberwolves made the list, and how does it compare to LO Wolves host Ben Beecken's (@bbeecken) list, starting with Anthony Edwards? Also, other major discrepancies between the LO NBA list and the LO Wolves list - including some former Wolves players that are ranked too low on the LO NBA list. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in

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00:33:01

NBA SQUAD: Breaking Down The Crazy Kawhi Leonard,...

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2025/09/05

Pablo Torre broke a crazy potential scandal involving Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer and some suspicious money. NBA Squad breaks down all that we know, what this could mean for the league and much 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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00:27:58

BOLD Predictions, Part II: How Many Timberwolves Wins...

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2025/09/05

Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) leads Wolves Bold Predictions, Part II with a big prediction: exactly how many wins will the Minnesota Timberwolves have when the calendar flips to January 2026?? Plus, how many points can Anthony Edwards score this year and will the Wolves play at a much faster pace when it's all said and done? Lastly, Jaylen Clark as an under-the-radar rotation contributor. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code

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00:26:45

BOLD Predictions, Part I: Timberwolves' Offense,...

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2025/09/03

It's time for Timberwolves Bold Predictions, Part I. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) predicts how high the Wolves' offense finish the season ranked, plus high they will finish in the Western Conference. Also ... what, exactly, will Julius Randle accomplish this season?? They're all more unlikely than likely to happen -- but they're all absolutely realistic predictions that could come true. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code

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00:26:56

If the Timberwolves Take a Step Back ... What Will...

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2025/09/02

The Minnesota Timberwolves are likely to win more games in the regular season this year than they did last year -- but if they don't, what will have gone wrong? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) digs in on what the primary issues are that could derail this season, from aging and decline of Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards potentially not making another leap, and the end of the rotation. Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts

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00:31:21

Experts SNUB Timberwolves in Finals Predictions | Why...

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2025/08/29

Nobody believes in the Minnesota Timberwolves: Not a single ESPN analyst is projecting the Wolves to win the NBA Finals, and the Wolves are listed as a team that may fail to reach expectations. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why the case for the Wolves to regress is weak, and it's more likely that they are better this year than they were last season. Plus, Bones Hyland contract news and Tim Connelly isn't going anywhere. Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners

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00:33:14

Minnesota Timberwolves Interested in GAMBLING on...

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2025/08/27

The Minnesota Timberwolves have reportedly shown interest in bringing back Malik Beasley. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores the pros and cons of potentially bringing Beasley into the fold. While Beasley offers elite shooting, is his impact worth possibly stunting the growth of Terrence Shannon Jr. and Rob Dillingham? What about the off-court concerns? Also, would Beasley choose the Wolves? Finally, a look at ESPN's major awards predictions for the upcoming season. Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a

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00:30:37

Reasons Why the Minnesota Timberwolves Can Make A...

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2025/08/26

The Minnesota Timberwolves were listed by ESPN as one of the teams that could make a "major leap" this season. What must go right if the Wolves are going to be significantly better? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down potential Anthony Edwards improvement, the Wolves' still surprisingly young core, the upside of the roster, and ... simple math. Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go

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00:30:22

Minnesota Timberwolves Trade Tiers: Most and Least...

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2025/08/22

Ranking the entire Minnesota Timberwolves roster into trade tiers: which players are most likely or least likely to be traded? Who might be traded only in the most unique of circumstances? Who won't be traded this year but might get moved next year? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) divides all 13 standard contract players into 5 tiers and debates how likely (or unlikely) each player is to be traded. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code

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00:29:34

3 Things That MUST HAPPEN For the Minnesota...

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2025/08/20

Three things that the Minnesota Timberwolves need to have happen to win 50-plus games and improve upon last year's performance. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down one area of improvement needed for each of Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, and Terrence Shannon Jr. headed into the 2025-26 season. Where Gobert took a step backwards last year, where McDaniels should be able to easily improve, and something we haven't seen from TJ Shannon yet in a Wolves uniform. Support Us By Supporting Our

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00:29:27

Will Donte DiVincenzo's Role With the Timberwolves...

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2025/08/18

Donte DiVincenzo had a roller-coaster first season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, but his role and impact may change in the 2025-26 season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores what might -- or at least should -- be different for DiVincenzo in Year Two with the Wolves, contrasting his first season in Minnesota to his lone seasons with the Knicks and the Warriors. Plus, schedule insights on back-to-backs, national television, and the toughest stretch of the season. Support Us By Supporting Our

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