Locked On Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves stunned Lebron James and Luka Doncic in Los Angeles tonight to take the series lead in game one. Jaden McDaniels takes home the MVP after tying his career playoff high with 25 points. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and recap after the game.

The Los Angeles Lakers may have more star power than the Minnesota Timberwolves in their playoff series, but the Wolves have more depth and size. Can they wear the Lakers down and pull out a series win? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Jack Borman (@jrborman13) to break down the matchup from every angle, including who guards Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards, and how much the Lakers playing small may dictate what Chris Finch does with his rotation, especially in crunchtime. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one.For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a f

It's a crossover episode with Locked On Lakers! How will the Los Angeles Lakers slow down Anthony Edwards? How will the Minnesota Timberwolves guard Luka Doncic? Who are the X-factors in the series, and what needs to happen for the Wolves to pull off the upset? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Brian and Andy Kamenetzky (@KamBros) break down the matchup and make predictions for the first-round playoff series.Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one.For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life! Just go to Hungryroot.com/lockedonnba and

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for what should be an incredible playoff series. Each team has some clear strengths and weaknesses that will shine through in this matchup. From 3-point shooting to transition scoring, what should be watching out for? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' struggles to slow down the mid-range and the fear of the Lakers drawing an obscene amount of fouls. On the flip side, can the Wolves take advantage of the Lakers in transition, at the 3-point line, and on the offensive glass? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a n

The NBA West Squad Show brings together hosts from various Locked On podcasts to discuss the Western Conference playoffs. They debate the Nuggets' chances against the Clippers, with differing opinions on Denver's potential. The conversation shifts to the Lakers-Timberwolves matchup, with most hosts favoring the Lakers. They analyze Luka Doncic's past success against Rudy Gobert's teams and discuss the Timberwolves' defensive challenges. The hosts also evaluate each team's bracket position, with particular focus on the Thunder's favorable draw and the Rockets' tough path. The show features lively debate, team-specific insights, and playoff predictions from knowledgeable NBA analysts. 0:00 Nuggets vs Clippers playoff preview5:22 Lakers favored over Timberwolves in playoffs10:10 Luka's success against Rudy Gobert's teams15:04 Lakers' advantages over Timberwolves in series20:53 LeBron's legacy and Julius Randle's importance26:48 Warriors vs Rockets playoff matchup analysis30:45 Rockets' technical fouls and playof

The biggest questions surrounding the Minnesota Timberwolves' first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers, including how will each team approach guarding the others' superstar, and how might rotations be adjusted in the playoffs and from game to game? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down preliminary answers to these questions, as well as a couple of areas the Wolves could exploit on the offensive side of the ball.Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one.For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life! Just go to Hungryr

The Minnesota Timberwolves won for the eighth time in their last nine games and grabbed the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference, avoiding the Play-In Tournament. Anthony Edwards scored 43 points and grabbed the NBA's 3-point crown in the process. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Ant's fantastic all-around performance and the other areas the Wolves excelled in -- and will need to carry into their first-round playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Also, vibe-checking the end of the regular season with last year's regular-season close. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutrit

The Minnesota Timberwolves took care of business at home and defeated the Utah Jazz to secure their spot in the top-six seeds of the playoffs. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman as they break it all down.

The Minnesota Timberwolves look to improve their playoff positioning in the Western Conference as they take on the Brooklyn Nets at home. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break it all down immediately following the final horn.  Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with promo code NBA50. 50% Off 1 Order (Up

The Minnesota Timberwolves set a franchise record with a 52-point third quarter -- the most in any quarter in the NBA this season -- as Anthony Edwards put up 44 himself and the Wolves blew out the Memphis Grizzlies in a game with huge playoff implications. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' big offensive night against their West foes, including Ant's efficient offensive explosion and Julius Randle's important performance. Plus, breaking down weekend scenarios as the Wolves continue to jockey for position in the Western Conference playoff race. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here wi

The Minnesota Timberwolves put together an impressive second half including a record-breaking, 52-point third quarter in a crucial win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Jack Borman (@jrborman13) break down the Wolves' performance.Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with promo code NBA50. 50% Off 1 Order

The Minnesota Timberwolves at least sound somewhat self-aware and ready to move forward after a devastating collapse against the Bucks ... what happened late and what are they saying about it? Plus, Chris Finch needs to find a way to play more lineups with his talented bench trio. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the Wolves' best three-man units and the best lineups with Naz Reid, Donte DiVincenzo, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Also, a preview of the Wolves contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contrib

The Minnesota Timberwolves blew a 24-point lead and fell on the road to the Milwaukee Bucks, snapping a five-game winning streak. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the stagnant offense and disinterested defense that led to the collapse, in spite of an impressive offensive third quarter and strong defense early in the game. Anthony Edwards was part of the problem late, and what Chris Finch could have done differently. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any

Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Andrew Dukowitz (@adukeMN) break down the Minnesota Timberwolves inexplicable collapse in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks that snapped a five-game winning streak. The Wolves led by 24 points in the fourth quarter and lost by seven points ... what happened?!? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with p

In this episode of the NBA Squad Show West, hosts discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's recent losses and their playoff prospects. The conversation delves into the Lakers' impressive win over the Thunder, analyzing key factors like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's performance and the Lakers' defensive strategy. The hosts explore the bottom teams in the Western Conference, debating which have the brightest futures, with particular focus on the San Antonio Spurs and their young talent. The episode concludes with a discussion about Luka Doncic's return to Dallas, examining the game's significance for both the Mavericks and Lakers fans, and speculating on potential lineup decisions for upcoming matches. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. WayFairAfter th

Rudy Gobert has been on a tear over the last couple of weeks. Is it possible that this is his best stretch of play in a Minnesota Timberwolves uniform? Also, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Western Conference playoff tiebreaker scenarios and what could happen over the final week of the regular season. Lastly, a preview of the Wolves' matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game duri

The Minnesota Timberwolves survived a scare in a win over the banged-up Philadelphia 76ers behind a heroic late-game performance from Anthony Edwards and another dominant double-double from Rudy Gobert as the Wolves won their fifth straight. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down another impressive Gobert performance on both ends of the floor, as well as what went wrong in the middle stages of the game, including some uninspired individual showings and poor team defense. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month.  RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions,  sign up at robinhood.c

The Minnesota Timberwolves won their fourth straight game as they continued to ride their defense, holding the Brooklyn Nets to 90 points and locking down the paint behind Rudy Gobert while Anthony Edwards keyed the offense with an efficient performance.  Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down how the Wolves used their defense-first and offensive rebounding formula once again to win. Additionally, a strong role-player performance alongside superstar-level games from Gobert and Ant. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba 5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local groce

It wasn't always pretty but the Minnesota Timberwolves found a way to win their fourth game in a row tonight versus the Nets. Rudy Gobert was a monster down low again with 18 more rebounds and 21 points on the night. Join Luke Inman and Jack Borman for the instant reaction and recap after the game.

The Minnesota Timberwolves ownership saga finally appears to be coming to a close with the report that Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez will become the owners of the franchise. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) ranks the biggest benefits of Lore and Rodriguez taking over the team, including the impact on Tim Connelly, the arena situation, and more. Also, previewing the Wolves' first game against the Brooklyn Nets this season, as well as the biggest differences between this year's Wolves as a playoff team and last year's squad. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized.WayFairAfter the holiday hu