Wolves+ is the first of its kind podcast that will also air on Bally Sports North. The show will feature entertaining discussion with players about music, lifestyles and how they spend their time off the court. In addition to players, the show will feature executives and front office staff who are working to create a championship-driven franchise. A truly unique perspective on the Timberwolves organization, the show will be available in podcast and video form.
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."
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.
Wolves+ host Marney Gellner chats with Taurean Prince about his early years growing up in Texas and what it was like getting drafted 12th overall in 2016. Later, TP and Marney go back and forth about parenting and what it's like raising a family. Prince shares his experience as a "silent leader" for this young Timberwolves team, and Marney wonders what impact starting all 82 games in his second season had on his career. Lastly, they close out with the Final Five.
Timberwolves assistant coach Elston Turner speaks with host Marney Gellner about being on the 1986-87 Bulls when Michael Jordan had his greatest PPG season ever putting up 37.1 a game and what it took for him to stick around in the NBA for his 8-year career. Then Elston shares the things he learned playing overseas, which included wine on gamedays when he was playing in Italy! The pair also get into what has led to the Timberwolves improved defense this year and Elston's passion for boxing, instruments and motorcycles. Please enjoy Elston Turner on Wolves+ presented by Aura.
This week we are graced by the presence of a 4x WNBA champion, current USA women's basketball coach and Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve. Reeve talks about some of the friction she faced when she decided to pursue coaching, Wolves+ host Marney Gellner asks if she can clearly distinguish her four title runs, and the pair laugh over some insider info brought to light by her wife Carley Knox—who is also the Lynx President of Business Operations. We end with a great Final Five, but not before they talk leadership, competitiveness and what it takes to be great. One of the best episodes of season 2, please enjoy Cheryl Reeve on Wolves+!
This week on Wolves+ we welcome beloved former Timberwolves guard Pooh Richardson. Host Marney Gellner and Pooh talk about his first season playing in the old Metrodome, Marney wonders what it was like being Reggie Miller's teammate at UCLA and the pair share a laugh about Pooh's new obsession with pickleball! Pooh also shares how fans used to invite him over for dinner, and he'd go! Pooh then reminisces about what he loves most about Minnesota.
Host Marney Gellner and John Thomas go way back. They dive into Thomas' magical run on the 1997 Final Four Minnesota Gophers basketball team he captained, Marney asks about what it was like being picked 25th in the NBA draft and Thomas shares with us the impact George Floyd's death had on him and his community. Thomas also shares insights on Black History Month, Marney wonders what progress we have made and what more we can do, and lastly we share a laugh as Thomas presents his AMAZING Jar Jar Binks and Yoda impressions.
In our longest interview in Wolves+ history, Karl-Anthony Towns gives us an incredible look at his entire life, from growing up in New Jersey to how his sister, Lachelle, inspired his basketball journey, Marney Gellner is there all along getting us the scoop on which veterans impacted his early career, the meanings behind his newly minted tattoos and showing us a never-before-seen side of KAT. Please enjoy this episode of one of the best Timberwolves in team history on Wolves+, Karl-Anthony Towns.
A-Rod and Marney Gellner talk about his high-school days alongside former Twins 1st basemen Doug Mientkiewicz, going from a #1 pick to World Series champion, and then Marney gives some advice for his first winter in Minnesota. We also get some insider info from his nephew Nick, Alex's thoughts on being a "girl dad", and of course we end with the Final 5!
Wolves+ host Marney Gellner and Craig Kilborn talk about his underrated basketball career, interviewing athletes, KAT's game, and Craig's passion for the Timberwolves. Hang with Marney, Craig and tune in for arguably our most entertaining Final Five yet!
Micah Nori walks us through his journey to becoming an NBA assistant coach with Marney Gellner and talks tactics to building bonds with a new era of athletes. We learn about some of Micah's quirks that you must stick around for. Then, of course, we end on the Final Five but not before unpacking his infamous halftime interviews.
Marc Lore is many things; a father, a serial entrepreneur, and now he can add to his list a (soon-to-be) partial owner of the Timberwolves and Lynx franchises. Marney Gellner and Marc discuss his childhood out East, how his habits then lead to his success now and the pair also dive into his early startup successes. They also discuss Telosa, his mom being a bodybuilder, and what he and Alex Rodriguez have planned for the future.
McKinley Wright IV was a standout at Champlin Park, a record setter at Colorado and now a member of the hometown Minnesota Timberwolves. Host Marney Gellner and Wright talk about his turbulent childhood, the recent surge in Minnesota basketball players receiving national acclaim and his path to the NBA. They also venture into a few NBA legend run-ins, what effect his dad serving a 10-year prison sentence had on him and of course we close out with the Final Five.
Host Marney Gellner is joined by NBA veteran and Wolves guard Patrick Beverley. The pair talk about Pat's early years dominating the Chicago basketball seen, his infatuation with another Chicago great in Kevin Garnett and his many stopping points in his wide spanning professional basketball career. Marney also inquires about his keen fashion sense and Pat gives his thoughts on what he thinks of Minnesota before ending with the FINAL 5.
Host Marney Gellner gets to know Chris Finch, who was hired as the new head coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves on Feb. 22. Finch reflects on his time coaching in Europe and his tremendous college career. Plus, the head coach shares his first impressions of Minnesota.
Host Marney Gellner chats with former Minnesota Lynx forward Rebekkah Brunson about her WNBA career, “Sweet Troo VI” waffles, celebrating a championship at Paisley Park and more.
Host Marney Gellner talks with former NBA shooting guard Doug West, who played for the Timberwolves from 1989-98. West reminisces on playing home games at the Metrodome, participating in the 1992 dunk contest and having a young Kevin Garnett as a teammate.
Host Marney Gellner chats with Wolves guard Jaylen Nowell about being a big WWE fan, having his mom as an elementary teacher and winning the Pac-12 Player of the Year award. Plus, the two banter about playing in the G League and MC'ing a talent show.
Host Marney Gellner talks with Wolves television analyst Jim Petersen about how hockey was initially his first love, getting recruited by Mike Krzyzewski at Duke and dealing with adversity. Plus, he chats about coaching in the WNBA and being a master on the grill.
Host Marney Gellner sits down with Wolves guard Josh Okogie to talk about preparing for defensive matchups, his shoe collection, being an uncle and (of course) Krispy Kreme donuts. Plus, the two banter about Okogie's choice to wear socks and shoes on a boat.
Host Marney Gellner chats with Timberwolves player development coach Kevin Burleson about his role with the team, his basketball career at the University of Minnesota and his brother Nate, a former Vikings receiver. Plus, the two banter about Burleson giving up candy at the age of 12 and discuss which Wolves coach is in the best shape.
Host Marney Gellner chats with Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin about his J-Mac merchandise, playing basketball against high schoolers as a sixth grader and wearing ankle weights to improve his hops. Plus, McLaughlin talks about his plans to become a coach or broadcaster after basketball, and laughs about sharing a nickname with teammate Jaden McDaniels.
Jarrett Culver, the Minnesota Timberwolves' first-round pick in 2019, chats with host Marney Gellner about his shooting technique, experience in the NCAA tournament and the reality TV show “Big Brother.” Plus, Culver talks about his newfound passion in golf and his mom's famous scrambled eggs.
What does Dr. Robby Sikka do for the Minnesota Timberwolves? Host Marney Gellner has a fascinating conversation with the VP of basketball performance to learn how the Timberwolves utilize nutrition on a daily basis and analyze sports science data from every practice and game.
Host Marney Gellner chats with Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio about playing chess, watching the show “Friends,” celebrating his son's first birthday and the Minnesota accent. Plus, Rubio jokes about the struggles of being left-handed and his experience shooting a shampoo commercial.
Host Marney Gellner chats with point guard Ricky Rubio about returning to Minnesota, playing chess and more. The full episode will be available Dec. 29.
Host Marney Gellner shares a few laughs with Anthony Edwards, the No. 1 overall pick by the Timberwolves in the 2020 NBA draft, about football, ping pong, his two dogs and his first impressions of Minnesota weather. Plus, Edwards talks about meeting former MVP Allen Iverson and the NBA player he's most looking forward to battling on the court.
Host Marney Gellner talks to former Georgia star Anthony Edwards, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Timberwolves in the 2020 draft. Edwards opens up about his favorite NBA players, his two dogs and more. The full episode will be available Dec. 22.
Timberwolves basketball is officially back! Host Marney Gellner chats with president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas about the new-look roster in 2020-21, the process of drafting top 2020 pick Anthony Edwards and the return of Ricky Rubio to Minnesota. Plus, Rosas talks about building a young core around All-Stars Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell.
In the first episode of Wolves+, Host Marney Gellner is joined alongside Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas. The full episode will be available Dec. 15.
FOX Sports North and the Minnesota Timberwolves will be launching Wolves+, a brand new podcast on Tuesday, December 15. The show will feature entertaining discussion with players about music, lifestyles and how they spend their time off the court. In addition to players, the show will feature executives and front office staff who are working to create a championship-driven franchise.