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Josh Lloyd talks to Ben Beecken of Locked On Wolves about the Minnesota Timberwolves' 2022-23 season, including the addition of Rudy Gobert and elevation of Anthony Edwards, regression and breakout candidates, and rotation predictions. The Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast is brought to you by Basketball Monster. Join the Discord here Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Intro Music by Ben Lloyd Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another mailbag? ANOTHER MAILBAG. This time, we're covering which NBA teams are one internal leap away from contending for a title. We're also looking at trade targets for the Miami Heat, the growing trend of dual-big frontcourts in the NBA, teams with a wide range of outcomes in 2022-23 and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:47 - How many NBA teams are "one player leap" away from being title contenders? 13:03 - Which NBA teams have the widest range of outcomes leading into next season? 25:09 - Is playing in open-run games during the offseason stupid for NBA players? 28:24 - Who's the worst NBA player in the league who could be the best player on a championship team? 34:51 - Will we see NBA players sign shorter-term contracts? 37:58 - Trade targets for the Miami Heat to pair with Bam Adebayo 40:40 - Is the Minnesota Timberwolves' two-big frontcourt the future of the NBA? 46:25 - OUTRO JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Minnesota Vikings players who have surprised in training camp; Will Bisi Johnson be on the chopping block; What would it cost to get Tyrod Taylor; Should the Vikings prioritize a backup center over a QB.; Minnesota Wild feedback on remaining free agents out there?; Will the Wild regress or will prospects step up?
Bloodsports movie (1989) starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donald Gibb, Froest Whitaker, Bolo Yeugn and more; Why this movie is the basis for Mortal Kombatl Is Jean-Claude Van Damme or Steven Segal the worst action movie actor of all time; Is Frank Dukes actually this good?; Why is the military even involved?; How ethical is Janice?;
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves have added a former Denver Nuggets executive to their front office. Plus, Glen Taylor recently appeared on a podcast and talked about the offseason thus far. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) gives commentary on both items, as well as a discussion about David Aldridge's offseason rankings at The Athletic. Finally -- we've found a national analyst who thinks the Wolves had a good offseason! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Minnesota Twins have to STOP resting star players; Will Carlos Correa break out of his slump; Minnesota Vikings first preseason game predictions and more with Pat.
Minnesota Vikings scoops from training camp, are the Vikings in market for trading or acquiring another center; What's the market for Garrett Bradbury; Other Vikings players who could be moved or cut when the 53-man roster is released; Potential backup QB market in Drew Lock, Blake Bortles and more; Minnesota Twins scoops on Byron Buxton's knee injury; Could Carlos Correa stay put beyond 2022; (32:00) How much should the Minnesota Vikings prioritize finding a backup quarterback; Can the Twins still win a playoff game in 2022 and why does Declan get so upset at the Twins?
Jon Krawczynski on the Wolves' summer and the nature of his job. Brought to you by All Energy Solar (https://www.allenergysolar.com/coach) & TSR Injury Law (612-TSR-TIME or https://www.TSRTime.com)
Minnesota Vikings first (un)official depth chart is out! First-team and second-team offensive starters; offensive line battles; two quarterbacks listed as QB. 2; Judd and Declan breakdown the each position group!; Write That Down!
Jon Krawczynski on the Wolves' summer and the nature of his job. Brought to you by All Energy Solar (https://www.allenergysolar.com/coach) & TSR Injury Law (612-TSR-TIME or https://www.TSRTime.com)
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
According to ESPN's early win-loss predictions, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be back in the Western Conference play-in tournament as the No. 7 seed. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why it's the wrong take, including which teams will finish behind the Wolves. Plus, attempting to figure out why adding Rudy Gobert would only add three wings to the Timberwolves' record... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S5 E2 - Kevin Durant wants out of Brooklyn, the Orioles are still in playoff contention after selling at the deadline, the Yankees relief pitchers are blowing games, and the NFL Hall of Fame speeches had some memorable moments. Follow us on Twitter @Sportsballers18, @evan_ash13, @CoryPuffett and @QuagMeyer67
Phil and Kyle go into the "war room" and hash out the all-time 15-man Timberwolves roster. Some ground rules: This isn't necessarily the top 15 Timberwolves of all-time, but rather the most cohesive roster for winning games.
Has Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa worked out for the Twins and is it in his best interest to stick around after 2022 season to cash out for a big time contract?; And why Correa has changed the perception of the Twins; (26:00) Judd's pecking order of the best 3rd string quarterbacks involving John David Booty, McLeod Bethel-Thompson, Tyler Thigpen and the obvious one in Kyle Sloter!
Pat's breakdown of the controversial Gary Sanchez play at the plate and Rocco Baldelli's epic ejection; Will the Twins win a game against the Dodgers? Ode to Clyde Turner and Reusse has a theory of all these knee injures.
Patrick gets to everything from Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell saying he doesn't want Packers fans in U.S. Bank Stadium to the passing of former Gophers basketball player Clyde Turner to Rocco Baldelli's meltdown on Sunday. There's plenty more topics on which Patrick has thoughts as well.
Phil and Kyle go into the "war room" and hash out the all-time 15-man Timberwolves roster. Some ground rules: This isn't necessarily the top 15 Timberwolves of all-time, but rather the most cohesive roster for winning games.
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves roster is better than it was a year ago. The starting lineup will be better, the first line of reserves will be better, and yes, even the end of the bench will be much improved over last season. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down where the largest improvements will be, and why it doesn't make sense that the Wolves' offseason is being panned in some spots compared to some Western Conference rivals who remained largely quiet. Plus, the Joe Smith, Steph Curry, and Sam Cassell what-ifs. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Russian eagle has landed. Yes, Kirill Kaprizov has made it safely to Minnesota. Plus we talk St. Paul Fighting Saints with Dan Whenesota and make a HUGE official announcement.Presented by SotaStick (https://sotastickco.com/), Brought to you by Bettor Edge (https://www.bettoredge.com/ - Promo Code “BEAUTS” for $10 FREE), Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/), & Peak Vestibular Center (https://dizzinesscare.com/).
Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli has every right to be pissed off after a terrible catcher's interference rule; Was this a new version of Baldelli going forward?; Why the Twins bullpen usage is turning a corner; The Twins' chances to win a playoff game; (32:00) Mike Zimmer is ALIVE!; He appeared at Bengals training camp but why is he staying quiet?; The panic meter if the Minnesota Vikings don't have a viable starting center; Vikings cornerbacks update from training camp; Why Vikings should pass on Odell Beckham Jr and more Vikings training camp observations!
Minnesota Twins scoops on Alex Kirilloff season-ending injury; Trevor Larnch, Randy Dobnak, Byron Buxton's injury status and other Twins scoops!; Minnesota Vikings scoops from training camp, will they pursue a center and more scoops from Doogie!
AEW star Chris Jericho joins the show to preview AEW's Quake at the Lake; The evolution of AEW wrestling; his ties to Minnesota and more!
Shaw and I breakout an oldie but goodie segment that has us challenging our bball eye in Who ya Got? Who would you choose to build your squad around?Karl Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves or Pelicans Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson.
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
The national media did not love the Minnesota Timberwolves' offseason, despite the acquisition of Rudy Gobert and new pairing of two top-25 players in the frontcourt. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why the offseason grades from ESPN and CBS Sports are wrong, even flying in the face of their own methodology to erroneously trash the Wolves' offseason. Plus, a trade rumor involving the Timberwolves and the fringes of the roster. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reusse wants to know who Cole Swindell is after his concert following the Twins game against the Blue Jays; Will Tyler Duffey be cut before Emilio Pagan?; Is this the end of Miguel Sano?!
Minnesota Twins relievers Emilio Pagan and Tyler Duffey meltdown in a loss to the Toronto Blue Jays; How should they use their bullpen?; Judd has country music takes and more on feedback friday!
Con Air (1997) movie review! Starring Nic Cage, John Cusack, John Malkovich, Steve Buscemi, Dave Chapelle and more. Declan's first time viewing it! Why was a decorated military member charged with a 10-year prison sentence?; Is Cyrus the Virus the best action movie villain the best antagonist of all time?
Noted Minnesota Timberwolves fan and actor/TV host Craig Kilborn joins the show to offer up his thoughts on the Rudy Gobert trade, Anthony Edwards' potential, his five favorite obscure Wolves and more! You may recognize Kilborn from his time hosting The Daily Show, The Late Late Show on CBS, SportsCenter, or from just sitting courtside at Timberwolves games, hoping to snag a free t-shirt. He also told stories about celebrities he encountered during his TV hosting days. Find Craig's new podcast -- The Life Gorgeous -- on YouTube, Apple, Spotify or anywhere you find podcasts!
Minnesota Vikings scoops on players turning heads at training camp in Christian Darrisaw, Zach Davidson, Garrett Badbury and more; Do free agents JC Tretter and/or Ndamukong Suh make sense for the Vikings bring in?; Minnesota Twins scoops on potential waivers claims; (28:00) Minnesota Twins pitching plan works with Michael Fulmer, Jhoan Duran and Jorge Lopez in a win over the Detroit Tigers! This is the blueprint for a playoff win; Old Tweets Exposed
Noted Minnesota Timberwolves fan and actor/TV host Craig Kilborn joins the show to offer up his thoughts on the Rudy Gobert trade, Anthony Edwards' potential, his five favorite obscure Wolves and more! You may recognize Kilborn from his time hosting The Daily Show, The Late Late Show on CBS, SportsCenter, or from just sitting courtside at Timberwolves games, hoping to snag a free t-shirt. He also told stories about celebrities he encountered during his TV hosting days. Find Craig's new podcast -- The Life Gorgeous -- on YouTube, Apple, Spotify or anywhere you find podcasts.
Most active Minnesota Twins trade deadline of all time?!; Will the outfield get healthy in time? Pat's thoughts on Vin Scully and more.
Adam Mares and Eric Wedum come to you from the DNVR Studios to discuss Nikola Jokic joining Team Serbia and run down their Hater's Guide to the season. Then, Jace Frederick from the Pioneer Press joins the show to discuss Tim Connelly's Minnesota Timberwolves. Jokic with Serbian national team - 3:40 The Hater's guide - 9:40 The Historic Hater's guide - 31:30 Jace Frederick - 43:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MAIL TIME. Dan answers YOUR questions yet again, and this time around, they were heavy on Anthony Edwards. The mailbag also covers the best benches in the league for the 2022-23 NBA season, the best- and worst-case outcomes for the Atlanta Hawks and Minnesota Timberwolves, a look at the Orlando Magic's future, Dwyane Wade vs. Donovan Mitchell AND MUCH MORE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:51 - Which teams will have the best benches in 2022-23? 12:33 - Pistons vs. Magic 18:28 - Timberwolves Rotation 20:15 - Best case/Worst case outcomes for Hawks and Timberwolves 25:34 - Expectations for Anthony Edwards next season 31:10 - Four-point line?!? 32:13 - Metric/stats that can predict success of a player 36:20 - Donovan Mitchell vs. Dwyane Wade 39:18 - Should the NBA get rid of conferences? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Minnesota Twins add three pitchers at the MLB trade deadline in Tyler Mahle, Jorge Lopez and Michael Fulmer and is it enough to win a playoff game?; If the Twins did nothing, would they have been ripped?; Has Miguel Sano played his final game with the Twins?; (32:45) Write That Down predictions.
Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov returns to the united states after some turmoil in Russia; Will the Wild bring in another free agent as training camp nears; And stop worrying about Kaprizov's contract.
Minnesota Twins MLB trade deadline scoops on how everything went down when acquiring Tyler Mahle, Jorge Lopez and Michael Fulmer and more; Latest Byron Buxton injury updates; Carlos Correa's comments and future with the Twins; Plus Minnesota Vikings scoops!
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves added former Portland Trail Blazers wing CJ Elleby to an Exhibit 10 contract in their latest addition to the training camp roster. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the flexibility that the Wolves' front office has given themselves at the end of the roster, including a host of partially-guaranteed deals, plus Exhibit 10 players and two-way contract signees. What might the Timberwolves have in store with this flexibility? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Minnesota Twins acquire All-Star closer Jorge Lopez for four prospects! The news breaks in the middle of the show and we react to the news!
Bonus Minnesota Vikings training camp notes on Eric Kendricks looking he's poised for a resurgence in 2022; The Vikings defense with more exotic and complicated looks under Ed Donatell; Other notes on Andrew Booth and Patrick Peterson; Red zone thoughts and more; (26:00) Plus a pecking order the most valuable trade commodities in Minnesota sports involving Kirk Cousins, Carlos Correa, Byron Buxton, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kirill Kaprizov and more.
Dane Moore '12 talks about why he attended Gustavus and how it prepared him for "who and what I would be," his path to creating and hosting The Dane Moore NBA Podcast on Blue Wire about pro basketball and the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Timberwolves' 2021-22 season, the hiring of Tim Connelly as new general manager, and the team's prospects going forward into next season and beyond. Note: Recorded prior to the 2022 NBA draft.
Minnesota Twins acquire Tyler Mahle, Michael Fulmer and Jorge Lopez at the MLB Trade Deadline!; Derek Favley finally make the moves Twins fans want; Spencer Steer, the 7th best prospect organization was the top prospect they surrendered; Do these moves buy the Twins a playoff win to end their 18-game playoff losing streak?; Would these moves even happen without Carlos Correa?; Byron Buxton continues to have knee issues; How does the Twins bullpen pecking order shake out?
Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves added to an already deep roster by signing veteran forward Eric Paschall to a two-way contract. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the versatility that Paschall brings to the roster and the luxury of depth that head coach Chris Finch will enjoy this season. Paschall was a member of the All-Rookie team with the Golden State Warriors back in 2019-20 and a rotation player for much of the season with the Utah Jazz last year -- not your typical two-way contract signing. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Minnesota Vikings might have THREE DEEP 2.0 in Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen and KJ Osborn!; Giving Kellen Mond every chance to be the backup quarterback; If Kirk Cousins wins another playoff game, does he get ANOTHER big pay day?; Cam Dantzler turning heads at training camp; Is the cornerback room actually underrated; 53-man roster projections; Pads are now on for the Vikings; (31:00) Minnesota Twins statements on losing out on top two pitching prospects; Alex Kirilloff is battling more wrist injuries; Should the Twins pursue Joey Gallo or stay away?; Should the Twins listen on Carlos Correa trade offers?
Patrick explains why he doesn't think the Twins will make much of a splash at the trade deadline on Tuesday and goes on a rant about the farm system. Reusse also talks about what appears to be the end for Miguel Sano with the Twins.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Andrew Booth is turning heads early at training camp and the current cornerback power rankings; Mr. Mankato updates; Are we too hard on Kirk Cousins?; And does Declan need help with Random Viking of the week?
Hard to kill movie review from 1990 starring Steven Segal,Kelly LeBrock, William Sadler and more! One of most uninspiring rehabs of all time; Judd's favorite Segal film; Is his character a really man of faith?; Why is he so obsessed with the Oscars?
Minnesota Vikings training camp takeaways from Pat! The weird Kirk Cousins-Justin Jefferson drama and more from Reusse.
Phil and Kyle do a deep dive into the upside of Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards. Are comparisons to Dwyane Wade accurate? Or is there even another level to his upside? Plus, a crazy hypothetical trade involving D'Angelo Russell and Kyrie Irving, and reaction to Karl-Anthony Towns' super max press conference.
Do Minnesota Twins end up being buyers at the trade deadline? Is it even worth it for the team to be buyers?