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Jaden McDaniels Leads Minnesota Timberwolves' DOMINATING Defense | Wolves Fall to Knicks in OT Oct 10, 2025

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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.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Underestimated Again by ESPN's Kevin Pelton's Win Projections Oct 09, 2025

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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.

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TJ Shannon, Naz Reid, Johnny Juzang IMPRESS as Timberwolves Fall to Pacers | Rob Dillingham's Struggles Continue Oct 08, 2025

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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.

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Chris Finch Continues to Signal Expanded Timberwolves Rotation | Plus, Jaden McDaniels's Playmaking Oct 07, 2025

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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.

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Joan Beringer, TJ Shannon SHINE in Timberwolves' Preseason-Opening Win Over the Denver Nuggets Oct 06, 2025

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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.

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ESPN SLAMS Minnesota Timberwolves' Offseason | Claims of Roster Value Decrease are MISLEADING Oct 03, 2025

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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.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves May SURPRISE Us In These Areas... | Leonard Miller Injured in Training Camp Oct 02, 2025

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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.

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How the Timberwolves Defense Can Get Back To Dominating | What Was Different About Last Year? Oct 01, 2025

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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.

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Timberwolves Training Camp Roster REVEALED | Who Will Battle For the Final Spots? Sep 30, 2025

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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.

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TJ Shannon Has A Rotation Role for the Timberwolves + Expectations for Jaden McDaniels and Rob Dillingham Sep 29, 2025

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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.

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