Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

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BATTLE for Final Roster Spots in Timberwolves Summer League Finale? | Did Anyone's Fortunes Change? Jul 21, 2025

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The Minnesota Timberwolves fell just short of a perfect Las Vegas Summer League record, but the finale was a chance for Tristen Newton, Jesse Edwards, and Amari Bailey to vie for the Wolves' final remaining roster spots. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down each of their performances, including a comparison of Newton and Bailey, who have definite similarities to one another but are unlikely to both make the team. Plus, who else stood out in the Vegas finale?

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NBA SQUAD SHOW: Damian Lillard's Reunion In Portland And Evaluating Who Stood Out At Summer League! Jul 18, 2025

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Damian Lillard's return to Portland shakes up the NBA landscape. What's behind this unexpected move? The Locked on NBA Squad Show panel dives into Lillard's decision, debating its impact on the Blazers and young star Scoot Henderson. They explore summer league insights, revealing which players might not cut it in the big leagues. Plus, get ready for some hot takes on NBA team predictions, including the Nuggets, Lakers, and Pelicans. Tune in for expert analysis on defensive strategies, the evolving Eastern Conference, and bold projections for the upcoming season. Don't miss out on the squad's insider perspectives and lively debates! 0:00 Intro: Summer league and Damian Lillard discussion 5:13 Damian Lillard's return to Portland analyzed 11:48 Summer league's value and networking aspect 18:23 Denver Nuggets' outlook for next season 25:26 Debate on perimeter vs backline defense 31:32 Anthony Davis vs Jaren Jackson Jr comparison 37:21 Eastern Conference team projections discussed 41:42 Bottom Eastern Conference teams' win totals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Has Vegas Summer League Impacted Timberwolves' Roster Plans? | Will Wolves Add A Big or A Guard? Jul 18, 2025

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Has Las Vegas Summer League had any influence on what the Minnesota Timberwolves might do with the remaining roster spots? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) debates the impact of TJ Shannon and Rob Dillingham's performances in Vegas and if what they've done (or haven't done) to this point may cause Tim Connelly to do something different in free agency as he fills out the roster. Also, will the Wolves add another guard/wing or a big? Finally, what's next in the NBA offseason for the Timberwolves?

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Rob Dillingham DRIVES Another Minnesota Timberwolves Win in Las Vegas Summer League Jul 17, 2025

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Rob Dillingham turned in his best performance of Las Vegas Summer League as the Minnesota Timberwolves moved to 4-0 despite Terrence Shannon Jr. sitting out the second half of the back-to-back due to rest. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what was most encouraging about Dillingham's performance, as well as what it said about others, including Jaylen Clark, Amari Bailey, and Tristen Newton. Also, another strong game from Leonard Miller.

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Terrence Shannon Jr. Puts Up ANOTHER Big Scoring Night as Vegas Timberwolves Keep Winning Jul 16, 2025

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The Minnesota Timberwolves improved to 3-0 in Las Vegas Summer League behind another dynamic scoring performance from Terrence Shannon Jr. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) dives into what we are consistently seeing from TJ Shannon and why it's so imporatnt. Plus, another strong box score line from Leonard Miller -- is his production real and sustainable and will it help him get a role on the Wolves? Lastly, checking in on Joan Beringer and Amari Bailey.

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What's Next For Summer Timberwolves | Shannon's Playmaking, Beringer's Rebounding, Dillingham's Defense Jul 15, 2025

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Terrence Shannon Jr.'s playmaking, Joan Beringer's rebounding, and Rob Dillingham's defensive effort -- all things to be watching as the Minnesota Timberwolves continue play in the Las Vegas Summer League. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down what needs to happen over the next few games, as well as some potentially surprising players to keep an eye on moving forward. Plus, the Wolves rank highly in NBA.com's continuity rankings.

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Joan Beringer, T.J. Shannon IMPRESS as Summer Timberwolves Stay Hot | Andrew Dukowitz Joins the Show Jul 14, 2025

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a strong start in Las Vegas Summer League. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Andrew Dukowitz (@adukeMN) from Vegas to discuss their biggest takeaways through the first two games, including Joan Beringer's first impression, TJ Shannon's push for a rotation spot, Rob Dillingham's progress, Jaylen Clark's tenacity, a potentially surprising player to watch in the coming games, and more.

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UNLEASHED: Rookie Joan Beringer DOMINATES in Timberwolves Debut | TJ Shannon Impresses as Playmaker Jul 11, 2025

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Minnesota Timberwolves first-round pick Joan Beringer dominated the defensive end of the floor in the Wolves' win in the Las Vegas Summer League opener. Plus, TJ Shannon, Rob Dillingham, and Jaylen Clark all turned in strong performances, and Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) details why Jamal Cain and Amari Bailey could each push for a two-way contract over the course of Summer League.

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Minnesota Timberwolves' FanDuel Win Total REVEALED | Can the Wolves Get Back Above 50 Wins? Jul 10, 2025

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FanDuel win totals are out! Why is the Minnesota Timberwolves' number lower than last year's and barely higher than where they finished following a disappointing regular season? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores where they stand compared to other team win totals around the NBA, plus a second edition of What to Watch For in Las Vegas Summer League, this time considering the non-roster players that the Wolves' entry will have on the floor.

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Are Timberwolves still top-four in the West? | What to watch for in Vegas from Dillingham, Shannon Jul 09, 2025

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What Western Conference tier are the Minnesota Timberwolves in, and who do they share it with? Where do the Wolves stand after teams like the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets have improved so far this summer? Also, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) shares What to Watch For in Summer League, Part I, including specific skills to watch for from Rob Dillingham, Terrence Shannon Jr., Leonard Miller, and Jaylen Clark.

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