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Luka Garza Jan 17, 2023

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This week on Wolves+ we have one of the greatest players in Big Ten history in Timberwolves center Luka Garza! Host Marney Gellner dives into her research asking about his family's storied history in basketball and soccer. Luka talks about his path to Iowa and becoming one of their greatest basketball players in school history (his jersey is already hanging in the rafters). Then, Luka shares his experience in pro basketball and what he's learned playing two years in the NBA and G-League. All of that, plus a lot more, is on this week's episode of Wolves+!

Pablo Prigioni Jan 03, 2023

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As we start off the new year, we welcome on former NBA player, and current Timberwolves Assistant, Pablo Prigioni. Wolves+ host Marney Gellner inquires about his 15 years playing pro basketball overseas. Then, Pablo shares what it was like to be the oldest rookie in NBA history at 35. Lastly, Pablo talks about getting his pilots license and shares some of his favorite places to fly to.

Kyle Anderson Dec 27, 2022

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Today on the pod we slow things down with Wolves forward Kyle "Slo Mo" Anderson. Host Marney Gellner asks how big of an influence street ball was on Kyle growing up on the East Coast. Kyle shares why he felt it was important to go to the West Coast for college. Then, Kyle gives some insight on last year's 6-game series against the Grizzlies in the playoffs as the opponent. Lastly, he shares his thoughts on fatherhood before bracing himself for 'Hot Seat, Cool Question.'

Matt Lloyd Dec 20, 2022

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This week host Marney Gellner sits down with Timberwolves Senior Vice President of Basketball Operations Matt Lloyd. The Chicago native talks about how his grandparents' fandom of Chicago sports sparked his interests in athletics. Matt shares the story about how he broke into the NBA with the Chicago Bulls, including learning scouting from arguably the games top talent evaluator ever in HOF'er Jerry Krause. Then, Marney wonders how the Wolves can sustain their recent success, and Matt talks about the Wolves' plans going forward. We end, as always, with a great rendition of "Hot Seat, Cool Questions". Please enjoy Matt Lloyd on Wolves+.

Rudy Gobert Dec 10, 2022

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Rudy Gobert and host Marney Gellner discuss growing up in France, how he switched from karate to basketball and how he eventually found his way to the NBA. Rudy shares his passion for bees and how he has honey "almost every single day". The pair talk screen-assists and also venture into what has made him such a profound defensive player. Then, of course, we end with Hot Seat Cool questions.

Jeff Munneke Nov 29, 2022

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On the fourth episode of season 3 we welcome the Timberwolves VP of Fan Experience Jeff Munneke! Jeff has been with the Timberwolves for over 34 years from the very beginning. Jeff talked about pickup basketball games in the Metrodome with Kirby Puckett and Tom Kelly, Dennis Rodman, explains his connection to Gopher basketball great Randy Breuer and discusses what 30+ years at the Wolves has meant to him and his lessons along the way.

Tim Connelly Nov 22, 2022

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For episode 3, we go upstairs to the Timberwolves front office and chat with their President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly! Host Marney Gellner asks what it was like growing up being 1 of 7 kids in Baltimore, Maryland. Tim sheds some light on the odd jobs he had to do before becoming a regular in the NBA, including working at Camden Yards, and being a fan of the 80's Minnesota Twins. They also talk about Tim's prowess for scouting, the basketball brothers, and what it's like to be recruited by a former MLB MVP and a billionaire. Then, as usual, we end with 5 of our 'Hot Seat, Cool Questions.'

Austin Rivers Nov 15, 2022

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Wolves+ Season 3. Ep. 2 Austin Rivers

Our second guest for Season 3 of Wolves+ is former Duke Blue Devil and current Wolves guard Austin Rivers! Marney Gellner asks what it was like playing 1-on-1 with KG and Paul Pierce when Austin's dad Doc coached for the Celtics. Rivers shares his thoughts on the Timberwolves' young talents Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels and explains his affinity for the Mighty Ducks, cars, and cologne.

D'Angelo Russell Nov 08, 2022

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Wolves+ is back, and we start off season three with the former all-star, Ohio State great, and Timberwolves Guard D'Angelo Russell. Marney Gellner and DLo talk about learning lessons at Montverde Academy playing with Ben Simmons, developing good habits as a professional, and his enthusiasm to continue developing a rapport with Wolves' young core of players.

Marney also inquires about his tattoos, DLo gives us the down-low on his Golf game, and of course we end with "Hot Seat, Cool Questions."

Nathan Knight Apr 19, 2022

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Timberwolves big man Nathan Knight chats Marney Gellner about his early years out East and his long journey towards getting an offer from William & Mary. Knight discusses being a part of the Atlanta Hawks' Eastern Finals run last year, this year's Wolves team and his impact on the culture. The show concludes with a great addition of the Final Five.

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