181: Cluckin’ Hot

As the season moves forward the Timberwolves are finding ways to improve as a team. The first half of the season featured the team winning with their defense. Now, just before the trade deadline the team’s offense has joined the party. On today’s podcast we talk about how the Wolves had the league’s best offense during the month of January. Also Karl Towns as an All-Star reserve, Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels in the Rising Stars Challenge, a review of Target Center food, Ant’s post game interviews, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Ant’s Ant Aunts

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180: K-Pop Global Ambassador

The Wolves have been great in January. The continued rise of Anthony Edwards is a major factor. On this episode of the podcast we gush about young Ant and the ways he has exceeded our expectations. Also more Marvel comps for Edwards, Andrew Wiggins as an All-Star game starter, anxiety levels surrounding Jaden McDaniels’ second season, experimenting with the Rising Stars Challenge, a game and more.

This episode is sponsored by D’Lo On The Down Low

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179: Flame-Throwing Bucket

With all the winning and positive vibes this is quite the unusual Timberwolves season. But some things never change and being disproportionately aggrieved by the officials is one of those things! Of course we have to talk about the mess in Atlanta as well as the history of the Wolves and refereeing. Also the rise of Jaylen Nowell, Klutch Sports infiltrating the franchise, bone-chilling takes, the Iowa Wolves Metro League, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Cryptic Criticism 

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178: Midseason Report w/ John Meyer

The Wolves have reached the halfway point in their season which has unquestionably been a successful campaign. From their record, to their surprising defensive acumen, to the positive locker room vibes; things are good in Minnesota. 

Special guest John Meyer joins the show to help us dissect the first half of the season and look ahead to the next 41 games. We talk about changing expectations, the best moments thus far, areas for improvement, potential changes and if the Wolves should make a big move at the trading deadline. It’s a Canis Hoopus party and you’re invited!

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Finch Pinch

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177: Multiple Z’s

With the Timberwolves returning to full strength after multiple weeks of covid-related absences, the team has won two straight games and seems primed to regain the ground they’ve lost. We take a look at how the Wolves have played recently and what they need to do to keep the wins coming. Also Towns’ All-Star chances, a statistical team update, ranking the best nicknames in franchise history, mimicking NBA players, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Isolation Information

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176: Mister Moose

As the league continues to work its way through the current Omicron outbreak, fans are left to watch what often feels like exhibition basketball. We sort through the Timberwolves recent play to decide what or who has staying power and what is fool’s gold. Also Rubio’s injury, emerging from the protocols, listener questions, thunder sticks, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by NBAirBNB

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175: The Airing of Grievances

Welcome to a special edition of Wolvescast where we ring in the holidays! We’ve got singing, Santa impressions and of lots of joyful cheer. Unfortunately we have to discuss the Omicron outbreak that has taken the league by storm. But then we get to the fun stuff like Timberwolves Festivus, how to talk to your family about the team, predicting the future, Marc Lore’s basketball training, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Kris Kringle’s Courtside COVID Christmas Quarantine

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174: Radioactive Finch

Back and forth we go on this ride of a Timberwolves season! The team snapped their five game losing streak with two impressive wins against Northwest Division foes. Minnesota is riding high as their big three appear to be firing on all cylinders. On this week’s podcast we talk about the return of D’Angelo Russel and what he has meant to the Wolves this year. Also comparing Edwards’ rookie and sophomore seasons, a Timberwolves holiday gift guide, Fan Fiction, Vando threes, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Karlito Cast

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173: Smack Talking Rudy

The year continues to ebb and flow. Timberwolves fans are traversing the peaks and valleys of this season. But hey, at least there ARE PEAKS! It’s all about perspective! On this episode of the podcast we preview the gauntlet-esque schedule that faces the team in the next few weeks. Also, Myles Turner rumors, Pat Bev extension possibilities, Worried/Not Worried, the NEW Lea B, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Bally Sports

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172: Randy Moss Vibes

With Neil away on vacation this week Scott is joined by Robert to talk Timberwolves basketball! They discuss the recent national media attention and the pros and cons of being relevant. Also Bolmaro in the rotation, ranking the best things about this season, Alan Horton, a beautiful Beasley game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control

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171: Quarter Season Report w/ Kyle Ratke

Nearly a quarter of the regular season is in the books! The early returns have been a mixed bag of highs and lows that ultimately have fans as excited as they’ve been in quite some time. We welcome special guest Kyle Ratke from the 10,000 Layups Podcast onto our program this week to review the Timberwolves season thus far and talk about the state of basketball cards in 2021. We get into our thoughts the first 20 games including the surprises, disappointments and a look at the schedule ahead.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Jameo

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170: Ouroboros

It’s been a strange start to the season. Somehow the team is improbably better on defense than offense and the rotation shuffle continues to be a nightly adventure. It’s time to talk about Chris Finch and how to evaluate the job he’s done thus far. Also officiating, Marney Gellner, Micah Nori, chillingly cold takes, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Headband Club

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169: Controlled Khaos

The Wolves went winless for the second straight week, but if we only made this podcast when they won games…..it basically wouldn’t exist! We’re Timberwolves fans. We understand disappointment. This week we’re talking about the existential dread that comes along with following this team. Also Karl Towns starts a podcast, KG is profiled in GQ, Worried/Not Worried, the Full Court Pass, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Daylight Savings Time

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168: Epithet of Choice

Here at Wolvescast we enjoy the game of basketball. The beautiful, improvisational, dynamic sport that features the best athletes in the world. We also enjoy the CULTURE of basketball. Everything else that surrounds and gives life to the roundball universe. In addition to being the longest running Timberwolves podcast, we’re also the Wolves show that spends the most time talking about stuff like NEW UNIFORMS. On this episode we dive deep into this year’s city edition uniforms! Also Russell’s injury, three point shooting, listener mail, the new NBA ball, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by C.R.U.N.C.H. A.I.

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167: Champagne Right Now

The opening week of the season has been a resounding success. The team is 3-1. Anthony Edwards appears to have taken steps forward on and off the court. Despite his penchant for letting the officials get to him, Karl Towns seems primed for a big season. We talk about all of this plus OH YEAH THEY BEAT THE CHAMPS. Also, Power Rankings, mobile ordering, Bob Voulgaris, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Target Center Concessions

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166: Thurski

Your Minnesota Timberwolves are one win into a successful 82-0 campaign. After one of the most entertaining home openers in franchise history, your hosts Scott and Neil get on the mics to talk about the start of the season. Is this type of defensive intensity sustainable? Or will the team come crashing back down to earth? Also, early season areas of focus, tracking the pack this year, predicting the future, jersey sponsors, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Overreaction Outreach

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165: Season Preview (Big Questions)

A new Timberwolves season is not a simple thing. It is a chaotic swirl of anticipation, hope, trepidation and lots of QUESTIONS. On this special edition season preview episode of Wolvescast we inquire about the major and minor topics facing this year's team.

Why should you care about this season?
How will the rotation shake out?
Who will be better or worse than last year?
Which player will have the most haters?
Who will sell the most jerseys?

164: Wolvescast Jeopardy 2021

For the sixth consecutive year we are previewing upcoming the Timberwolves season via a game of Jeopardy! The annual showdown pits two siblings against each other and threatens to create an unprecedented fissure in their relationship and this podcast. Will Scott continue his three-year winning streak? Will Neil finally break through and even the all-time series? Would Chris Finch or Sachin Gupta make a better Jeopardy host? Find out in this long-running special edition of Wolvescast!

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163: Season in Review

It was a strange, disjointed Timberwolves year filled with youthful progression, a coaching change, and lots of losing. It’s the final Wolvescast episode of the season and we do our best to summarize the last five months, the good, the bad and the ugly. Also, surprising and disappointing players, our favorite games and moments, the state of the franchise in 2021, predicting the future, a game and more!

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162: Long Minnesota Goodbye

It is a new day in Timberwolves and Lynx history! Glen Taylor has finally agreed to sell the franchise that he has stewarded for nearly 3 decades. This week we talk about what the Rodriguez/Lore ownership means and when we might see actual changes occur. Also Kevin Garnett’s hall of fame induction, a Lynx season preview, mailbag, the Minnesota Pipers, a game and more.

This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Timberwolves Season Tickets

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