The Dane Moore NBA Podcast

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Wolves Collapse In Memphis: The Flaws of a Flow-Based Offense + DLo's Return + The KAT-Naz Pairing Nov 09, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane rattles through what went into the Timberwolves losing a 16-point lead with 7 and a half minutes remaining in the game. A play by play run through of how the Wolves offense ran out of flow and how Ja Morant took over for the Grizzlies. Topics include:

— The insane final 7.5 minutes of the game, where the Wolves lead slowly dwindled as chaos ensued in the final minute of the game

— Karl-Anthony Towns and the perhaps flawed idea that it is possible to “execute” a flow-based offensive system in late-game situations + why it makes sense that these Wolves haven’t yet found flow

— What D’Angelo Russell’s return to the lineup meant for the Wolves offense

— The KAT + Naz Reid pairing in the frontcourt + what Naz provides offensively that Josh Okogie and Jarred Vanderbilt do not

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Wolves Lose Their 4th Straight: Needing DLo + Atrocious Offense + Roster Conundrums + Starting Lineup Carousel Nov 06, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane digs into another Timberwolves loss to the Clippers, the Wolves fourth consecutive loss. We discuss why this team feels like it needs D’Angelo Russell as a means to help their seemingly broken offense. As the Wolves flounder more and more questions arise about the many imbalances in the way this roster is constructed. Topics today include:

— Why D’Angelo Russell would help limit Karl-Anthony Towns double teams and open up the offense

— The Wolves halfcourt offense completely stalling

— Anthony Edwards needing to attack more, and being the only player on the roster who even can attack more

— Taurean Prince starts + the Wolves power forward carousel

— Should Malik Beasley be in the starting lineup going forward?

— A four-game home losing streak before a four-game road trip

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A Loss To The Scorching Clippers: 3-4 Despite An Easy Schedule + Shooting Variance + New Starters Without DLo Nov 04, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane reacts to Wednesday’s loss to the Clippers and reflects on the quality of the Wolves’ opponents through the first seven games of the season. We dig into why a 3-4 record is currently underwhelming, and how the Clippers used the same blueprint against the Wolves as the Magic did. Topics include:

— What the quality of the Wolves opponents thus far says about the 3-4 record to start the season

— Where the Clippers attacked the Wolves defense to go wild from deep + how the Wolves can mend that breakage

— A new starting lineup with D’Angelo Russell hurt + the offensive role of Josh Okogie and Jarred Vanderbilt when they’re in at power forward

— Patrick Beverley’s big game against his old team + the costly technical and turnovers committed late

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Britt Robson On Reasons For Holding Onto Optimism With The 3-3 Wolves Nov 03, 2021

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On today's show, Britt Robson of MinnPost joins the show to discuss where the Timberwolves stand after their loss to the Orlando Magic, dropping their record to 3-3. Dane and Britt dive into why the offense should improve and why the defense has been a point of pride thus far. They also discuss the fallout from D'Angelo Russell's injury, Chris Finch's new power position within the organization and why the double-header against the Clippers represents an inflection point in the season.

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A Bad Loss To The Magic: Should KAT Be Shooting More? + The Ripple Effect Of Injuries Going Forward Nov 02, 2021

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On today’s show, we have instant takeaways from the Timberwolves 18-point loss to the Orlando Magic Monday night, dipping the Wolves’ record to 3-3 on the season. The loss brought questions about shot selection and the season’s first installment of the injury bug. Topics discussed include:

— How this loss felt a lot like “The Old Wolves”

— Again raising the question: Does KAT need to be shooting more?

— Why the Wolves shot selection suggests an offensive burst should be coming

— The first bad defensive game in a season where the defense has exceeded expectations

— Injury fallout, and what will change if Patrick Beverley, D’Angelo Russell or Naz Reid have to miss time with their injuries

— The KAT and Naz pairing resurfacing

— How Orlando played good chess, exploiting the Wolves defensive scheme and shooting shortcomings

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Big 3 Struggles In Loss To Nuggets + Beasley Finds A Rhythm + Magic Film Review Oct 31, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane brings immediate reactions from the Timberwolves 93-91 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. We dig into the Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards and D’Angelo Russell all struggling, while Malik Beasley appeared to get his rhythm back. And then we look ahead to what could be a trap game against a big Orlando Magic team on Monday. Topics include:

— KAT + Ant + DLo combine to score 42 points, and why the Wolves offense needs to call KAT’s number more often

— Beasley catches a rhythm, making six 3s in the loss

— Beasley’s growth as a defender, and why he is key to the Wolves finding their ceiling

— Looking ahead to Monday’s matchup against a young but physically imposing Orlando Magic team, and why that game’s result will indicate what direction the Wolves are moving in

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The Wolves Beat The Bucks + The Ant Show Goes On, DLo Gets Hot, Vando Takes Over At Power Forward Oct 28, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane recaps the Timberwolves road victory over the Milwaukee Bucks and what Anthony Edwards and Chris Finch had to say about the victory after the game. Topics on today include:

— The Wolves responding after Ant’s mini blowup following the loss to the Pelicans

— D’Angelo Russell taking advantage of a Bucks roster without Brook Lopez and Jrue Holiday, who couldn’t slow him down from midrange

— Jarred Vanderbilt moving into the starting lineup, guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo and putting together a rebounding highlight reel

— How the rotation completely changed with Vanderbilt in as a starter, and what this might mean for Josh Okogie going forward

— Why the Wolves have a chance to begin the season 4-1 by taking advantage of a Nuggets team who is off to a shaky start

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Britt Robson On KAT, Ant and Where The Timberwolves Stand Three Games Into The Season Oct 27, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson of MinnPost to discuss his column on the brilliance of Karl-Anthony Towns’ game and the return of the annoyance that comes with Towns’ fighting with the refs. Dane and Britt hit a variety of topics that cover the first three games, including:

— How KAT’s early frustration with the refs defined the Wolves third game of the season, a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans

— Anthony Edwards’ growing role of a leader on the team

— The Wolves opportunity in Milwaukee on Wednesday, and how they might matchup with the Bucks

— Using numbers and eye test to judge the Wolves defense thus far

— The throes and benefits of an 11-man rotation

— Things we projected this offseason that have not proven to be accurate thus far this season

— D’Angelo Russell’s struggles thus far

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Anthony Edwards And The Timberwolves Evolving Leadership Dynamic + Reactions From Loss To Pelicans Oct 26, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane reacts to a chaotic Wolves loss to the New Orleans Pelicans and the leadership dynamic taking form in the Timberwolves. We get into how the play of Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards and D’Angelo Russell — the team’s three best players — is beginning to shape the team’s identity. Topics include:

— Anthony Edwards placing the blame on himself, KAT and DLo for the lack of rhythm the Wolves are playing with

— Ant’s growing leadership role on the team

— KAT again struggling with the refs

— Finch searching for scoring and rebounding simultaneously, and thus far not finding it

— Patrick Beverley’s role as not only a leader and defender but the importance of his shooting and rebounding on a team that needs it

— Previewing Wednesday’s matchup against the surprisingly small Milwaukee Bucks

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The Timberwolves are 2-0 -- What Went Right And Wrong Against The Pelicans in Game 2? Oct 24, 2021

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On today’s show, Dane brings instant reactions from the Timberwolves second victory of the season, detailing what went right against the Pelicans and what still remains a work in progress. Topics include:

— Karl-Anthony Towns back playing like the dominant offensive center he was two seasons ago

— KAT fouls out, and his history of foul trouble, particularly as it relates to offensive fouls

— Patrick Beverley makes his debut, and brings the juice defensively

— First signs of the lack of balance on the roster, in terms of both size and players being one-dimensional

— Why Jordan McLaughlin was the Forgotten Star of tonight’s game

— Jaden McDaniels’ low-usage role next to KAT, Ant and DLo, and how McDaniels’ offensive impact connects to where his 3-point percentage shakes out at

— What to look for in the rematch against New Orleans on Monday

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