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Kyle Theige is back from vacation just in time to listen to Phil Mackey rank his top 100 Minnesota Timberwolves players of all-time! This is the Wolves podcast you didn't know you needed in your life... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey are here to recap a potentially career-elevating weekend for Anthony Edwards, who carried Team USA from behind over Germany with a 34-point outburst! Steve Kerr, specifically, had some glowing things to say about Edwards. What does it all mean for the Minnesota Timberwolves? Plus, a first peek at the Wolves' schedule, and an Immaculate Grid challenge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey are here to defend Karl-Anthony Towns' honor! Well, kind of. He was listed outside the top 50 of The Athletic's latest player rankings. How accurate is this? Plus, Kyle rubs elbows at the Timberwolves' City Edition jersey unveil. And the boys try their hand at the Immaculate Grid for the first time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey discuss the possibility of Anthony Edwards rising up yet another rung on the NBA ladder after this year's FIBA World Cup. Could he be on the verge of a 2006 Dwyane Wade-like season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey talk with Star Tribune Minnesota Timberwolves beat reporter Chris Hine! Subjects include: Anthony Edwards' rise to stardom, what it's like covering an NBA beat, NBA travel and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into a number of different Minnesota Timberwolves topics, including: Did Naz Reid show the Wolves are finally building a sustainable culture? How will Jaden McDaniels progress over the next few years? A Gersson Rosas update; How Phil and Kyle currently feel about Karl-Anthony Towns; Is 30% too much to tip? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey dive into Leonard Miller's emergence as a potential rotation player for the Minnesota Timberwolves! Plus, more Karl-Anthony Towns trade steam from a credible reporter in New York (and a questionably credible reporter on Twitter?). And Kyle learns about new hotel technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Minnesota Timberwolves hit the over on 43.5 wins which have been set by Draft Kings; Did the Wolves forgo future first-round picks because their young core is so good and more feedback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Theige is back from NBA Summer League with a full slate of Minnesota Timberwolves updates! Including information on Leonard Miller, Josh Minott and Wendell Moore, Jr. A hilarious story about $25 blackjack tables and how Anthony Edwards' friends listen to Flagrant Howls. Why Phil Mackey is probably too hard on Karl-Anthony Towns. And much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Minnesota Timberwolves young core IMPRESS at NBA Summer League; Karl-Anthony Towns continues to talk trash; NBA in-season tournament is a go and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into the Shake Milton and Troy Brown, Jr. additions by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Plus, thoughts on the Anthony Edwards max contract extension, the Timberwolves reportedly calling the Portland Trailblazers about a Damian Lillard trade, holiday rankings and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige react to Naz Reid's new contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, which actually raises some interesting questions. Plus, reaction to the Timberwolves' two interesting second round draft selections, Rudy Gobert opting to play internationally this summer and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch joins Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige! Topics include: Why Anthony Edwards is so special; We know what Miami Heat culture is, but what is Wolves Culture?; What was going through Finch's mind when he saw Rudy Gobert punch Kyle Anderson?; What Minnesota lake does Finch hang out on in the summer? And much more!
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Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige discuss the latest Minnesota Timberwolves offseason reports and rumors. What will they do with Naz Reid? Is it smart for the Wolves to just "run it back" next season? Would Glen Taylor stand in the way of a Karl-Anthony Towns trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige start the episode by reacting to Karl-Anthony Towns' interesting comments on PatBev's podcast. Plus, the latest KAT trade proposals from across the internet, and some reflecting on what the Denver Nuggets' championship means for the Minnesota Timberwolves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emailer Andrew L sends in a list of the top 100 Minnesota Timberwolves of all-time. Phil and Kyle dive into THE ENTIRE LIST! Where do Kevin Garnett, Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and, most importantly, Darko Milicic fall on the list? Listen and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Craig Kilborn joins Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige to talk Minnesota Timberwolves and life philosophies! Kilby dishes on his recent interview with Alex Rodriguez, why he thinks the Wolves should run it back next season, why Mackey is wrong about Karl-Anthony Towns, and much more!
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Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey are back after a holiday hiatus! The boys dive into the carnage that is the Minnesota Timberwolves, including a team-only meeting that took place after an embarrassing loss to the Detroit Pistons. Naz Reid had some cryptic things to say. Rudy Gobert isn't the same dude he was in Utah with the Jazz. Chris Finch could easily be on the hot seat. And does Tim Connelly regret trading for Gobert last summer? What happens next for the beleaguered Timberwolves?
Anthony Edwards is becoming an all-around explosive playmaker for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Phil Mackey & Kyle Theige are here for it. Is Ant's new "pilot" role sustainable moving forward? How will the Wolves reintegrate Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns? Plus, Phil and Kyle read the comments and update everyone on the Western Conference playoff picture!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige react to a Yahoo! Sports report that Patrick Beverley is open and interested in coming back to the Minnesota Timberwolves. How could a PatBev reunion benefit or hurt the Wolves? Could he take on a Udonis Haslem-like leadership and culture role? Plus, some D'Angelo Russell trade speculation, and the boys answer a question about not being mad enough at the Timberwolves.
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey discuss the Timberwolves' latest rollercoaster ride on the west coast, including the math problem they're having a hard time overcoming. Plus, what have the boys learned in KAT's absence? Why is Malik Beasley such a hypocrite? Why can't the Timberwolves grab a rebound? And a game of Flagrant or No!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into Rudy Gobert's biggest game of the season for the Minnesota Timberwolves! 20 boards and a huge, game-sealing block in the 4th quarter. D'Angelo Russell went off in the 4th quarter as well, and after the game he had some interesting things to say about Anthony Edwards' leadership. Plus, what will KAT's role be when he returns? And Phil and Kyle dive into the (negative) comments section!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into some of the good and bad trends through the first 25% of the schedule -- the first 25% of the Rudy Gobert era - of Timberwolves basketball. Plus, why are the Wolves racking up so many technical fouls? What role could Wendell Moore serve moving forward? And why won't the Wolves give Luka Garza a chance??
The Minnesota Timberwolves -- led by Anthony Edwards -- dominated the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, as Karl-Anthony Towns sat out with a calf strain. Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige ask the uncomfortable question: Are the Timberwolves better without Towns? Are we dealing with Bill Simmons' Patrick Ewing Theory here? Mackey thinks KAT may need to take on a complementary role, much like Kevin Love did when he left the Wolves 10 years ago. Plus, a breakout performance by Jaylen Nowell, Kyle and Phil Read the Comments and more!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige break down some VERY interesting post-game locker room comments from Chris Finch and Austin Rivers, who both questioned the toughness and effort level of the Minnesota Timberwolves. How do Phil and Kyle feel about the Wolves after 20 games? And if "Miami Heat culture" is all about "discipline, accountability, work ethic and enjoying other people's success," what is Timberwolves Culture?
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into Rudy Gobert's criticism of Minnesota Timberwolves fans who have been booing during this disappointing start to the season. Does Rudy need a lesson in Wolves history? Or do Wolves fans need to calm down a bit? Plus, Jordan McLaughlin continues to shine in his backup role, Karl-Anthony Towns is quietly having a great season, and why the Wolves' success is predicated on Anthony Edwards' energy.
Jim Petersen joins Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey to talk Minnesota Timberwolves! JimPete discusses why he is disappointed yet hopeful after the first 15 games, how Anthony Edwards and D'Angelo Russell can help ignite the offense more regularly, the state of the Wolves' chemistry, and how the Rudy Gobert - Karl-Anthony Towns pairing is going so far. Plus, what has it been like working with Michael Grady on the broadcasts?
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey dive into DLo's best performance of the season in a Minnesota Timberwolves win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Does this game give you confidence the Wolves can go on a run? Plus, what to make of Rudy Gobert's on/off splits, Anthony Edwards' lack of joy and consistency, and which role players Kyle and Phil currently have their eyes on.
Kyle Theige and Phil Mackey dive into the current state of the Minnesota Timberwolves, including Kyle's first Pie Chart of Blame! Is it time to start thinking about major changes, or will patience prevail? Why don't Karl-Anthony Towns' stats result in more team success? What are the options with D'Angelo Russell? Why isn't Anthony Edwards playing better? And much more!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into their favorite and least favorite things about the Minnesota Timberwolves over these past few days, including discussions about Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns' new productivity and Jordan McLaughlin's continued impact. Plus, does Ant take plays off? Should the Timberwolves trade D'Angelo Russell in-season? And why does Kyle have a weird mustache?
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves' tumultuous start to the season. When could Chris Finch make significant changes? Does Jordan McLaughlin deserve to play more over D'Angelo Russell? Plus, Phil and Kyle Read the Comments!
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves' first seven games of the season. Specifically, is the Karl-Anthony Towns - Rudy Gobert experiment working? Which lineup combinations ARE working for the Timberwolves? What does Anthony Edwards need to do to officially reach the next level? And do the Timberwolves have a DLo problem? Plus, another game of Flagrant or No?
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive into a weird 48 hours in Timberwolves land, where Karl-Anthony Towns called out Anthony Edwards' diet after a blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The boys LOVED Anthony Edwards' response both on and off the court. Plus, should the Timberwolves give serious consideration to handing out big contracts to both Jaylen Nowell AND Jaden McDaniels? Also, Phil and Kyle Read the Comments.
Phil and Kyle discuss their favorite and least favorite things about the Minnesota Timberwolves after the first three games! Rudy Gobert has been as-advertised, Anthony Edwards found his mojo with the second unit, and Karl-Anthony Towns is still getting adjusted. Plus, a game of Flagrant or No?
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige believe the Minnesota Timberwolves are in for a HUGE season! The boys deliver some preseason predictions, plus they dive into just how deep this team is -- with Naz Reid, Jaylen Nowell, Luka Garza and other bench reinforcements -- the latest Rudy Gobert trade slander, Patrick Beverley being offended by Chris Finch and more!
Kyle Theige returns from Las Vegas to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves' first preseason games with Phil Mackey! Anthony Edwards looks like a brick house. Rudy Gobert was doing Rudy Gobert things. And the general vibe surrounding the Timberwolves is all positive. Plus, the guys tell a few crazy Las Vegas stories from back in their youth.
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige provide their new Timberwolves leadership power rankings, now that Patrick Beverley is gone. Who will step up in moments of basketball crisis to verbally lead this talented Wolves team? Plus, Kyle's Wolves Media Day takeaways and a game of "Flagrant or No" that turns into a Jaden McDaniels love fest.
Kyle and Phil break down Patrick Beverley and Kevin Garnett's critical comments about the Minnesota Timberwolves, following the Rudy Gobert trade. Do PatBev and KG have a point? Plus, a debate and discussion about the value of D'Angelo Russell, and three Timberwolves showing up in ESPN's top 25 NBA players list.
Dane Moore joins Kyle and Phil to do a deep dive into Rudy Gobert! How will Gobert impact the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2022-23 and beyond? The boys discuss Gobert's perceived playoff failures, how well he may or may not age, whether he can add to his offensive game, and they go down a strange rabbit hole of former 7-foot Timberwolves.
New Timberwolves TV voice Michael Grady joins Phil and Kyle to dish his takes on the team, his favorite NBA memories growing up, how he's watching every single game from last season, and his general approach to connecting with fans!
Phil and Kyle discuss the potential for Anthony Edwards to experience a Year 3 breakout. According to reports and social media videos, Ant has taken his offseason workouts very seriously! Plus, reaction to a New York Post report that questions Alex Rodriguez's ability to come up with enough cash to stay in the mix as a future majority owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Phil (from his COVID Cave) and Kyle discuss whether the Timberwolves inadvertently threw a wrench into Kevin Durant trade discussions. Plus thoughts on the Timberwolves' schedule, Patrick Beverley signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, Michael Grady landing the Wolves' TV job, and more!
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.
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!
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.
Phil and Kyle both think the Minnesota Timberwolves are now a perennial 50-win team in the NBA. And don't sleep on Anthony Edwards' "prime" window opening up in 4-5 years from now! Also, Gus Johnson as a potential Wolves TV play-by-play man, thoughts on the Austin Rivers signing, and reaction to NBA executives "bitching" about the Rudy Gobert trade!
Kyle returns from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with some interesting tidbits about the Minnesota Timberwolves! Will Josh Minott and Wendell Moore be part of the regular season roster? What was Marc Lore's role in the Rudy Gobert trade? Plus, discussing Tim Connelly's first few weeks as Timberwolves POBO and more!
Kyle is back from his Mexico trip with plenty of takes on the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for Rudy Gobert! Was it a good trade? What do the next 4-5 years look like for the Timberwolves? How does this trade impact Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards? This is Flagrant Howls, a Minnesota Timberwolves podcast!
Welcome to the debut episode of Flagrant Howls with Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige! Before diving into Chris Finch's raving review of Jaylen Nowell and his potential impact on the Timberwolves' future, Phil and Kyle kick around some "get to know 'em" questions about their Timberwolves fandom. Plus, what would you give up in a trade for Dejounte Murray? And what if the Timberwolves make no impact roster moves?
Phil Mackey, Judd Zulgad and Declan Goff go over the events of what happened to SKOR North on May 1st and what the future holds for the brand.
Matthew Coller hosted the SKOR North WNBA Draft coverage and was joined by Raised By Wolves Host Manny Hill to discuss the Lynx selecting South Carolina Forward Mikiah Herbert Harrigan with the 6th overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft.
Matthew Coller and Manny Hill get together to talk about the Lynx's plan with the sixth overall pick in the upcoming WNBA draft
Manny Hill and Dane Moore open things up with talk on the change in media access by the NBA due to the Coronavirus outbreak in the United States. Later, they get back into more basketball matters, and discuss the Timberwolves' continued defensive struggles. Is it possible for D'Angelo Russell to get better on that end? Also, can the Rockets' small-ball game translate to postseason success?
Manny Hill & Dane Moore play a game of Confident, Concern, Curious in regards to the Wolves, and also discuss how good the Wolves offense has been despite the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns. How much better can they be on that end with a healthy KAT? Also, how can the Wolves improve on the defensive end?
In this episode, Matthew Coller talks with author Reyan Ali about his new book NBA Jam, which dives deep into the history of one of the great video games in history. How did it become so popular? How did some of the memorable features almost not come to fruition? What was Shaq's role in its growth?
In the middle of a season in which the Wolves continue to lose games, and there's no telling when Karl-Anthony Towns will play again, Manny Hill and Dane Moore dive into a few of the positives - including the production from Malik Beasley, and role players like Jordan McLaughlin and Kelan Martin showing promise. Also, where does James Johnson fit into the Wolves plans? Later, how have the Oklahoma City Thunder been able to make things work despite trading two superstars last summer?
Manny Hill & Dane Moore give their thoughts on how All-Star Weekend turned out, then dive into post All-Star break expectations for the Wolves. - What role can Malik Beasley play within the offense? How will he fit with KAT & D'Lo? - Why Jarrett Culver and Josh Okogie need to improve even more defensively to help. - Could Naz Reid and KAT play together on the same front court? - Dane & Manny weigh in on the KG number retirement discussion. - How will KAT's current injury affect how we evaluate the rest of the roster?
Manny Hill & Dane Moore take a look at the new look Wolves in the three games since the busy trade deadline last week. The biggest question now is what have we learned about the KAT/D'Lo combo despite having only seen them for one game together? How good does this team need to be offensively to overcome the shortcomings on defense? Later, Dane & Manny discuss their concerns with Jarrett Culver's fit.
Manny Hill, Dane Moore & Darren "Doogie" Wolfson break down the Wolves massive trade with the Golden State Warriors that sends Andrew Wiggins to the Bay Area and brings D'Angelo Russell to Minnesota. - Dane: "I don't think you can undersell the element of the trade that Andrew Wiggins is not on the books for the next 3 years... that's massive" - Also, what impact does D'Angelo Russell bring to the table, both on and off the court? - Doogie weighs in on the Robert Covington trade and how Malik Beasley and Juan Hernangomez fit into the Wolves plans. - With Gorgui Dieng heading to Memphis for James Johnson, how will that fit better with the Wolves style of play?
Manny Hill & Dane Moore examine the trade the Timberwolves made involving the Rockets, Hawks & Nuggets, and 12 players. - Will this lead to more moves before Thursday's trade deadline? - What do Malik Beasley, Juancho Hernangomez and Jarred Vanderbilt bring to the Wolves? - How will Robert Covington's departure affect Karl-Anthony Towns? Manny & Dane also dive deeper into what Karl-Anthony Towns needs to do to improve on the defensive end and as a leader of the team.
Matthew Coller and former WNBA Champion for the Minnesota Lynx Devereaux Peters talk about the new game-changing Collective Bargaining Agreement in the WNBA. They also discuss how the league can reach the next level and Maya Moore's decision to sit out another season.
Manny Hill & Dane Moore look back at the Timberwolves historic loss to Sacramento on Monday night, which has in part raised a number of questions about where the franchise is headed. Can Karl-Anthony Towns be a number one on a team that has postseason success? Why are the Grizzlies having more success than the Wolves? Dane: "The Wolves are trying to put together a systematic blueprint, and create an identity. The Grizzlies are just trying to create an identity" Is the plan of the Wolves front office going to align with where Karl-Anthony Towns wants to be? *Manny & Dane then share their thoughts on the passing of Kobe Bryant and his legacy.
Judd Zulgad & Manny Hill have an impromtu Wolves Ventline in place of Vikings Ventline because of the debacle at Target Center last night. They react and take your calls on the Wolves blowing a 15 point lead in the 4th quarter of last night's loss to the Kings. Does KAT need to be held to a higher standard? Why was Shabazz Napier left to answer questions from the media after the game?
Manny Hill & Dane Moore dive into the Wolves latest performance against the Chicago Bulls and particularly the tale of two halves from Andrew Wiggins in that game. Why does Wiggins continue to have lapses and inconsistent play? The numbers show a huge difference in the Wolves defensive numbers when Karl-Anthony Towns is on the floor versus off, but Dane explains why the numbers aren't telling the whole story. *Also, are KAT's offensive numbers having enough of an impact?
Darren "Doogie" Wolfson catches up with former Wolves coach Sam Mitchell on a recent episode of SKOR North Live, and talks about the current state of the Wolves: What's going wrong with the Wolves right now? Can KAT be the best player on a contending team? Is there still hope for Andrew Wiggins to reach another level? Sam on why he would've drafted Jamal Murray instead of Kris Dunn in 2016 if he was still Wolves coach, and also why Wolves fans should remain patient with Jarrett Culver.
Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore react to the Wolves trade of Jeff Teague & Treveon Graham to Atlanta for Allen Crabbe. - What does Crabbe bring to the table? - With the Wolves freeing up a roster spot, could more moves be on the way? What to make of Andrew Wiggins recent struggles? -Danny: "I don't think Andrew has been aggressive enough." - Dane: "His play and how he's operating doesn't signal to me that he's applying (his early season success) right now" *Danny & Dane also dive into Jarrett Culver's recent performances: There's been some improvement on offense, but have we seen enough?
*Danny Cunningham is joined by Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports with discussion on the defending NBA Champion Toronto Raptors as they are coming to play the Wolves at Target Center this coming weekend. - How have the Raptors remained a strong team despite the departure of Kawhi Leonard? - How do the Raptors continue to find and develop unknown players into contributors? - Josh also discusses the expectations for the Raptors once they get to the postseason.
With the NBA's trade deadline fast approaching, Manny Hill & Danny Cunningham dive into some reckless speculation on who could be on the move with the Wolves; specifically Robert Covington. What's the likelihood that the 29-year-old could be on the move before the February 6 deadline? What teams could be in the mix? Danny & Manny also take a look at Gorgui Dieng's play in KAT's absence and how he's helped on the defensive end of the floor, while Jarrett Culver is showing improvement over the last handful of games.
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore took a look at what the Wolves have done throughout the first half of the season and whether or not they would have believed it at the start of the year
The Wolves have seen improvement on defense in the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns. Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore discuss how the Wolves best player can take what he may have seen from Gorgui Dieng on that end and apply it on his return. Also, a dive into what Shabazz Napier has brought to the team, and what does that mean for the future of Jeff Teague? How will the Wolves handle their rotation once everyone is back and healthy? What ways can the Wolves get even more out of Jarrett Culver if his outside shot isn't falling? *Dane addresses the KAT being unhappy rumors: "They're not entertaining Karl-Anthony Towns trades"
With the Wolves set to take on the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2nd time this season, Danny Cunningham is joined by Tony Cartagena of 96.7 The Zone in Madison, WI for a deep dive into what so far has been the NBA's best team this season:
Is this the year for the Bucks to win it all? Debating the re-signing of Bledsoe over Brogdon: Tony on why keeping Bledsoe was the right choice. Tony also discusses Giannis' improved outside shot Which team in the East presents the biggest challenge for Milwaukee?
Is Karl-Anthony Towns unhappy again? Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of The Scoop Podcast joins Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill to dive into the latest on the Wolves star center. Ethan Strauss of The Athletic is reporting that the Warriors are monitoring the Wolves situation with KAT. Should there be any concern that Towns wants out?
With the Cleveland Cavaliers coming to town to play the Wolves later this week, Danny Cunningham is joined by Spencer Davies of Basketball Insiders to discuss the latest with the Cavs, including whether or not ex-Timberwolf Kevin Love will be traded. Spencer also offers his perspective on the Wolves.
*Will the Wolves losing streak end tonight in San Francisco? Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill examine what has gone on since the last time Minnesota won a game. - Should there be concerns about Jarrett Culver? Danny & Manny discuss how a stint down with the Iowa Wolves could help the Wolves' rookie. - More on why the Wolves have struggled defensively: Do they need a more traditional big playing next to KAT? - Positives from the season so far: Why Keita Bates-Diop continues to impress.
With the Wolves set to visit the Bay Area to take on the Warriors on Monday, Danny Cunningham is joined by John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game in San Francisco with discussion on a struggling Golden State squad. Could the Dubs explore trading Draymond Green? Is a D'Angelo Russell trade still a possibility?
*Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore react to the continued defensive woes from the Wolves and what can be done to potentially fix the problem:
- Danny: "I don't know how much I trust the defensive system they're running to work."
- Dane: "You need a defender... the offense is fine!"
Also, why trading for D'Angelo Russell wouldn't be the top need at this time for the Wolves. However, what could some other options be now that more players around the league are eligible to be moved?
Danny Cunningham, Manny Hill & Phil Mackey look back at the last 10 years of Timberwolves basketball and decide who makes the All-Decade team. We know the obvious names (KAT, Kevin Love, Wiggins, etc.), but who comes off the bench? Who is the head coach? Who is the 15th man AKA the towel-waver?
*Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill try to make sense of the Wolves current losing streak, which stands at 7 games. The defense has been nonexistent, and now the question is: Is it time to look into moving some pieces? They speculate on what the futures of Jeff Teague & Robert Covington could be.
Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore examine the Wolves 6-game losing streak, and try to make sense of why their defense has been so porous during that span. Teams will be able to trade recently acquired players on December 15, but how active will the trade market really be? Danny & Dane discuss; Will the Wolves make a move for D'Angelo Russell?
*The Timberwolves have lost 4 in a row and are in the midst of a road trip that has not gone in their favor. Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill highlight what has gone wrong, and if the Wolves can get themselves out of this rut. - Andrew Wiggins & Jeff Teague are having their struggles when they share the court together. Is there room for an adjustment? - What changes, if any, will we see once Jake Layman returns to the lineup?
We're 1/4 the way through the NBA season already, and Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill hand out their awards for the Wolves at this point of the season. Later, they do the same for the entire NBA. Is LeBron the MVP?
*Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill dive into the state of the Timberwolves at 10-9. - Why have the Wolves struggled so much at Target Center, and in contrast, what has led to their 7-2 start on the road? - Danny explains why moving Jeff Teague to the bench has worked out well for the starters and for Teague himself. - Should there be a change to the starting lineup once Jake Layman is healthy? - Manny may be ready to rent some property on Wiggins Island
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill revisit the standings in the NBA's Western Conference, with the Wolves sitting firmly at 8-8 in the 8th playoff spot. Which teams behind them could be a threat to surpass them? Is it fair to count out the 6-11 Spurs? Can Portland at 5-12 get hot at the right time to get back in the mix? Or is Sacramento the biggest threat? Also, have teams figured out the best way to defend the Wolves? Danny and Manny dive into why the Wolves poor 3 point shooting has hurt them in recent games.
Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore dive into Wednesday night's Wolves loss to Utah. How did Andrew Wiggins look in his first game back after missing the previous 3? Also, the Wolves are sitting on the inside of a playoff spot, but with a tough December schedule around the corner, can they stay afloat?
Danny Cunningham chats with Gina Mizell of The Athletic, who covers the Phoenix Suns, on what the biggest key to the strong start for the Suns has been so far. Also, Gina weighs in on the Wolves and the improvement of Andrew Wiggins.
Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill recap the rough weekend for the Wolves - How badly was Andrew Wiggins missed against Washington & Houston? - Are the Wolves struggles against dynamic scorers a huge concern? - Manny & Danny also look at the Western Conference as a whole: Will the Wolves be able to stay in the mix for a playoff spot as the season progresses?
*Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore dive deeper into the recent success of Andrew Wiggins: - Dane: "He is playing basketball in a way that will lead to long-term success" - Danny: "There's only been two games where Andrew hasn't been the best player on the floor for the Wolves, and that's wild to think about because they're 7-4"
Have expectations changed now for what a successful season will be for the Wolves? What do Danny & Dane think about Jeff Teague coming off the bench, at least temporarily?
(1:30): The Realtor of Wiggins Island, Phil Mackey, joins Danny to discuss the growth and improvement of Andrew Wiggins. (25:30): Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington joins with the state of the Wizards and also why there should still be patience with Andrew Wiggins. (45:00): Rockets play-by-play and PA Announcer Matt Thomas talks with Danny and Manny on the state of the Rockets.
Danny & Manny discuss the Timberwolves sticking to their system despite an off-shooting night against Denver Danny on KAT since the Embiid incident: "He's been out of rhythm since then... his shot looks a little bit off" Is KAT's free throw shooting a bit of a concern? Andrew Wiggins has played well, and he winning them games. Is there reason to believe it will continue?
- Dane on Wiggins recent play: "It's definitely a player moving the needle in a positive direction"
- Danny on Culver's game in Memphis: "He looked like he was in control of himself and the game for the first time"
- With the Warriors in town, could the Wolves explore a deal for D'Angelo Russell again? Dane: "It's so important to remember what the cost of D'Angelo Russell was!"
(0:00): Danny and Manny discuss their biggest early season surprises with the Wolves 6 games in. (7:55): Danny's early takeaways from Jeff Teague (9:55): Is Robert Covington being used the right way? (15:17): Who on the Wolves roster fits best with what the Wolves are trying to do offensively?
*Danny Cunningham is joined by Eric Nehm of The Athletic with the Milwaukee Bucks in town to play the Wolves. - What has been the biggest difference early on this year with a team that made the Eastern Conference Finals last year? - Speculation on Giannis' future. Eric: "I can't imagine a world where the Bucks trade Giannis..." - Danny: "The Wolves are trying to mix what Milwaukee is doing with what Denver is doing offensively" - Eric weighs in on KAT: Where does he fit in the hierarchy of elite players in the NBA?
Manny Hill and Dane Moore dive deep into the KAT/Embiid fight, and wonder if this is just the beginning of the change in the narrative surrounding the Wolves star center.
- Dane also highlights why KAT's defense has improved.
- Should Robert Covington continue to play the 4?
- How Noah Vonleh and Jake Layman have positively impacted the Wolves so far
- Dane on a potential new-look Wiggins: "Patience"
Is there legit reason to be excited about what we've seen from Andrew Wiggins so far? Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill discuss why this environment and system might be different. How will the Wolves matchup with the Sixers this week? Danny discusses how Karl-Anthony Towns needs to perform against Joel Embiid.
FOX Sports North Timberwolves analyst Jim Petersen joined Ramie Makhlouf & Danny Cunningham on Monday's episode of SKOR North Live to discuss the Wolves 3-0 start.
On this episode of Raised by Wolves Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore catch up after the Wolves knocked off the Miami Heat on Sunday night thanks to a big performance by Andrew Wiggins to seal the game. The two also talk about the first couple of wins of the season, what Karl-Anthony Towns has done well so far, and how they match up with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill break down the Timberwolves season opening win over the Brooklyn Nets, and look at the good, the bad, and the surprising. Karl-Anthony Towns showcased his full arsenal of offensive skills, but Manny and Danny also discuss the improvements on defense KAT has shown. Andrew Wiggins made some plays down the stretch, but is there concern over his struggles in the first 3 quarters? Also, how Treveon Graham and Josh Okogie shined as role players.
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill finally have some real basketball to talk about, and make predictions on the Wolves win total for the season. Who will be the biggest surprise for the Wolves this year, and who will be the biggest disappointment? How will the stacked Western Conference shape up? Danny makes a bold prediction on who will be the 8th seed. Also, who will come out of each conference? Manny and Danny also make their predictions for seasonal awards.
In this special episode from Mackey & Judd w/ Ramie, Phil Mackey sits down for a powerful conversation with Minnesota Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders about losing a parent and dealing with grief. Ryan and Phil share a common bond -- they both lost a parent (Flip Saunders, in Ryan's case) to blood cancer and a fairly young age, and they dive into a deep discussion about it on this podcast.
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore dive deeper into what the Wolves have done in the preseason so far:
Should we temper our expectations on Jarrett Culver's shooting? The Wolves have played with a much faster pace in the preseason; Will this carry over into the regular season? Dane: If they play fast, they're going to play worse on defense..." What are Dane's expectations for the Wolves in 2019-20?
Danny Cunningham has his early takeaways from the Wolves preseason action. The Wolves are shooting more threes; the offensive approach has drastically changed Danny on Jarrett Culver: "He has seemed comfortable at point guard, initiating the offense..." Has Andrew Wiggins made progress in the preseason?
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore discuss where the Wolves figure into the Western Conference during the 2019-20 season, handicap their playoff chances, and re-live the infamous Jimmy Butler practice on its one-year anniversary.
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill look ahead to NBA Preseason, or as Danny likes to call it "fake basketball". What should we expect to see from Jarrett Culver as he gets his first glimpse of NBA action? Will we see a more aggressive Andrew Wiggins? How will Karl-Anthony Towns look in the new offense as a facilitator?
Now that media day has come and gone and the Minnesota Timberwolves have gone through their first three practices what's been learned by the media? Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore discuss what's been talked about so far, who the most likely award winner is, and how sustainable Karl-Anthony Towns' role will be on offense.
At Timberwolves media day leading up to the 2019-20 NBA season, Danny Cunningham and Phil Mackey are joined for one-on-one sit downs with Andrew Wiggins, Jarrett Culver, Keita Bates-Diop, Gorgui Dieng, Kelan Martin, and Lindell Wigginton as they get ready for training camp to begin.
As the 2019-20 NBA season is set to get underway, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders and President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas both sit down to chat with Danny Cunningham individually at the team's media day. They dive into what the outlook for the 2019-20 version of the Timberwolves is, the new-look staff, and what this era of Wolves basketball will represent.
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill give their bold predictions for the Wolves in 2019-20. Could Andrew Wiggins shoot 40% from three? Is there a chance Karl-Anthony Towns gets an MVP vote? Also, how many wins does Manny have the Wolves winning in a loaded Western Conference?
We have a good idea of what to expect from the Wolves core players of KAT, Wiggins, Jeff Teague and Robert Covington, but Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore dive into what other players like Jarrett Culver, Josh Okogie, Shabazz Napier and Jake Layman will bring to the table.
How will the minutes for the wings be distributed? Does Noah Vonleh figure to start next to KAT against bigger teams?
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill take a look at Sports Illustrated's rankings of the top 100 players in the NBA.
- Andrew Wiggins comes in at 100: Is that fair?
- Karl-Anthony Towns is ranked 13th, but should he be a little higher?
- Could KAT rise into the top 5 as he ascends into his prime over the next couple of years?
Gersson Rosas has indicated that the Wolves may continue to swing for a big star acquisition in the future, much like they tried with D'Angelo Russell. So, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore talk hypotheticals. Who could be the next D'Lo type player the Wolves could pursue? How could the Wolves get it done?
With training camp fast approaching, Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill preview 3 players on the Wolves' roster: Tyrone Wallace, Naz Reid and Jaylen Nowell. Does Wallace have a chance to make the team? What kind of early contributions can Reid make? Will Nowell's good shooting numbers translate to the NBA?
What are some of the best case scenarios for the Wolves in 2019-20? Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill lay them out. Can Karl-Anthony Towns take his game to another level? How can the Wolves make the best of the point guard situation with Jeff Teague? Can Jarrett Culver create any opportunities for himself to contribute as a rookie? How much of an improvement can be made if Robert Covington is healthy for a full season? Where can the Wolves get the most out of Andrew Wiggins?>
Lynx and Wolves rookie forwards Napheesa Collier and Jarrett Culver join Matthew Coller and Myron Medcalf at the State Fair to discuss how to handle a rookie season in the pro's and playing for their organizations.
On August 23, 2014 the Minnesota Timberwolves traded Kevin Love for Andrew Wiggins in a move that helped shaped the future of not only the Wolves, but also the future of the NBA landscape in Cleveland and elsewhere as well.
Who do this year's NBA rookies believe will be the ROY and best defender among their fellow first year players? Danny and Manny examine the NBA's Rookie Survey. How much love does Jarrett Culver get among his peers? Danny and Manny also take a look at past surveys and how a former top 5 pick by the Wolves got a ton of love from his fellow rookies.
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore dive more into the Timberwolves 2019-20 schedule, and where they fit into the Western Conference. How will Karl-Anthony Towns be matched up against some of the bigger teams around the league? Is Robert Covington's return to the lineup being overlooked? Danny: "You need to do the very most you can do to get Wiggins' value up for next summer" Dane on Wiggins: "Stop asking him to get you $28 million a year, and say 'go get me $14'"
The NBA has released its 2019-20 schedule, and Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill dive into the what the Wolves schedule looks like as a whole, some of the biggest matchups and when the toughest stretches of the season may come.
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill discuss the Wolves signing of their 2nd round pick Jaylen Nowell to a 4 year deal. How does the Washington guard fit in to the Wolves future plans? Could Wiggins or Culver play some point guard?
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore discuss what some of the Wolves lineup combinations could look like Danny: "I think we're going to see Andrew Wiggins play point guard... in small spurts" Dane on what wasn't addressed in the offseason: "You basically said KAT's our center who guards the other team's best big" Of the new players on the team, who will be the most likely to be with the team beyond next season?
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill take a look at the Wolves over/under win projection for the 2019-20 season, and how they measure up with the rest of the Western Conference. Also, how will the Wolves new offensive system look with Karl-Anthony Towns as the centerpiece?
Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill hand out grades for each significant offseason move the Timberwolves made. Including letting Tyus Jones and Derrick Rose go, bringing in Jordan Bell, and Jake Layman, and moving up in the draft to select Jarrett Culver. The Wolves still haven't signed their 2nd round pick Jaylen Nowell; What do Danny and Manny make of that?
As the NBA Offseason has slowed down, Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill decide to look back at five of their favorite Wolves games from the 2018-19 season, including Derrick Rose's 50 point performance and Ryan Saunders' first game as head coach.
Danny and Dane get together to discuss their Summer League takeaways and Naz Reid earning a multi-year deal after an impressive show in Las Vegas.
*Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic joins with thoughts on the Wolves and a recap of NBA Summer League
Ryan Saunders called into Mackey & Judd w/ Ramie from NBA Summer League! The boys discuss the Wolves' new culture, what we can learn from the team's performance in Vegas, Ryan's favorite Vegas spots (which leads to an Athlete Challenge) and more!
*Danny and Manny give their thoughts on the Wolves' performance in NBA Summer League, why Naz Reid could turn out to be a great find, and how the playing style in Summer League could be a sign of things to come for the NBA Club.
Was letting Tyus Jones go the right move for the Wolves? Ramie, Danny & Manny discuss. Should the Wolves trade for Russell Westbrook? Ramie makes a case, but Danny and Manny disagree *Trading KAT? Ramie says if the Wolves aren't going anywhere, they might have to think about it.
Danny is in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League. He and Manny discuss the Clippers getting Kawhi and Paul George, and if the Wolves should match the Grizzlies offer sheet for Tyus Jones. Also should the Wolves be involved in a trade for Russell Westbrook? Spencer Davies of Basketball Insiders joins Danny from Vegas, and they break down what has transpired in free agency and Summer League.
7/4/19 Hour 1
- Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore are in for a special July 4th edition of Raised By Wolves. The two recap what's gone on in the Free Agent market so far.
- Danny and Dane discuss their five favorite Free Agent moves so far.
7/3/19
- Reviewing our predictions of where Free Agents would go
- Ramie & Manny's favorite Free Agency moves
- Ramie & Manny's what were you doing moves in Free Agency
Danny and Manny with more on the aftermath of missing out on D'Angelo Russell Player development; how much more of an emphasis will need to be placed on growing from within? How far behind are the Wolves from many of the teams in the Western Conference? Doogie joins with what fell through on the Russell deal; What moves can the Wolves make going forward?
Danny and Manny recap the first day of NBA Free agency Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press checks in: What's next for the Wolves after missing out on D'Angelo Russell? *What's next in free agency? Where could Kawhi Leonard be headed?
Danny and Manny react to signing period for NBA free agency opening. Who's heading where and what's the latest on the Timberwolves?
This is a special episode from a new SKOR North podcast -- Minnesota Sports Rewind (subscribe anywhere you find podcasts)! Would the Timberwolves have won the 2004 NBA title if Sam Cassell hadn't gotten hurt? Phil Mackey, Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill discuss this and everything else surrounding the Minnesota Timberwolves' 2004 Western Conference Semifinal Game 7 win over the Sacramento Kings! Please give us a 5-star rating and help spread the word!
Dane Moore lays out a scenario in which the Wolves can get D'Angelo Russell, and it's not as complicated as you might think Is Russell worth the max? How would it affect the Wolves financially going forward? *How will the rest of Free Agency shape up? Who will be the first to sign?
Danny, Ramie and Manny have more reckless speculation on the Wolves and the rest of the NBA in free agency; Zach Harper of The Athletic with his thoughts on next week's NBA free agency bonanza *Write That Down predictions: Where do the guys think the top free agents are headed?
What should we expect to see from the Wolves in Free Agency? Will they be as active as we think? Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill discuss that and more. Where does Kyrie Irving land? Manny says Brooklyn is a better spot for Kevin Durant than the Knicks. *Where could the next tier of free agents go after the top tier guys are signed?
Danny and Manny react to the Wolves taking Jarett Culver. How shocking was it that they passed on Coby White? What are the Suns doing?; Danny and Manny on the other moves made on draft night *Doogie joins with thoughts on the Culver pick, and what else could be in store for the Wolves this summer
*Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill are in studio, with Danny Cunningham at Target Center, and they react to the Timberwolves selection of Texas Tech's Jarrett Culver with the 6th pick after trading Dario Saric and the 11th pick to Phoenix
Danny Cunningham, Dane Moore and Manny Hill speculate more on what the Wolves will try to do in the NBA Draft If Minnesota moves up, is Vanderbilt's Darius Garland the target? Dane has thoughts on what the Wolves' needs are heading into the draft and free agency *Does the Anthony Davis trade make the Lakers the front runners for the NBA Title next season?
Doogie joins Danny and Manny with thoughts on what the Wolves will do in Tomorrow's draft What players that could realistically be available at 11 intrigue Danny and Manny the most? *The Jazz have traded for Mike Conley; Are they a championship contender now?
*Reid Forgrave of CBS Sports joins Danny and Manny on SKOR North Live to discuss what the Wolves could do with the 11th pick the draft.
Danny & Dane talk more about the NBA Finals and also speculate on the NBA Offseason; Would the Warriors still be the front runners next year without KD? What would the Lakers odds be if they landed Anthony Davis? Who does Dane like for the Wolves to draft with the 11th pick next week?
Who's to blame for the Kevin Durant injury? Danny, Ramie & Manny debate Will KD's injury impact the NBA offseason? Will the Raptors close out the Warriors in game 6? Danny runs a Mock Draft picks 1 thru 10
*Danny and Manny discuss 4 potential draft night scenarios for the Wolves - What if Coby White falls to them at 11? - Could they roll the dice on a Kevin Porter Jr.? - Why they could reach for Tyler Herro - Can Sekou Doumbouya be the next Siakam?
The Wolves have made yet another hire, as they've added David Vanterpool as Ryan Saunders' lead assistant coach Dane addresses the D'Angelo Russell rumors: "That's what a diligent front office does..." *More talk on the NBA Finals and the Warriors injuries
Minnesota Sports Rewind is brand new and available anywhere you find podcasts. Subscribe, please! On this episode: Phil Mackey, Jon Krawczynski (The Athletic), Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss Kevin Love's 30 and 30 game from Nov. 12, 2010. They also dive into the gritty details of the David Kahn era of Wolves history. Please give us a 5-star rating and help spread the word!
Can the Wolves pull off a deal to get D'Angelo Russell? Ramie, Danny & Manny speculate Derrick Rose offers his perspective on his time with the Wolves in his new book coming out later this year. Who's to blame for what happened with Jimmy Butler & Thibs? *NBA Finals talk; The Warriors are short-handed going into game 3, but Ramie still isn't doubting them.
Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill go through their first mock draft with the NBA Draft just a couple of weeks away Who does Danny have the Wolves taking at 11? Also, Danny and Manny are both intrigued by the same prospect who could be taken later than the Wolves pick.
Danny, Manny and Dane discuss the two hirings the Wolves made this week of Sachin Gupta and Gianluca Pascucci to their front office Later, what's next for the Milwaukee Bucks after being ousted in the conference finals? *Examining the NBA Finals an whether or not the Raptors have a chance against Golden State.
Danny, Ramie and Manny discuss the Wolves hiring of Sachin Gupta as Vice President of Basketball Ops The guys have fun with the Trade Machine and speculate on deals for Andrew Wiggins *NBA Finals talk; Do the Raptors have a chance against Golden State? Ramie says no
Danny and Dane discuss Karl-Anthony Towns being left off the All-NBA Team What does it mean financially for the Wolves? Is the system broken? Should media be able to decide? Odds that Tyus Jones is back with the Wolves in 2019-20?
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill recap Ryan Saunders' introductory press conference after being named Timberwolves full-time Head Coach Can Saunders and Gersson Rosas maximize the roster without major turnover? What will be the future of the point guard position? Examining the rest of the league; The Cavs hire Beilein/Dame is offered a super-max extension
Ramie, Danny and Manny discuss Ryan Saunders hiring as full-time head coach of the Wolves Is this the right hire? Should KAT's feelings on Ryan influenced the decision? Drama in Hollywood; The guys get into the circus with the Lakers Matthew Coller joins for talk on the Lakers and the Wolves hiring of Saunders
Zion Williamson back to Duke? Ridiculous Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune joins for Wolves offseason and future discussion *Can the Wolves become the Bucks in the future?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham recap Tuesday's NBA Draft Lottery and react to the Wolves falling to 11. Who should the Wolves take? Would Darius Garland of Vanderbilt be available? Danny on why winning the Lottery changes nothing for Anthony Davis, but everything for the Pelicans Conference Finals early takes; East could be an all-timer/West looking like a dud
Danny and Ramie host a special edition of Raised by Wolves where they speculate what will happen if the Wolves win the NBA Draft lottery tonight; NBA Draft conspiracy theories and who would we like to see win the lottery other than the Wolves?
Dane Moore on Rosas hire: "The best way to get out of this hole is a maximization of everything" What went wrong with the Boston Celtics this season? *Danny and Dane discuss more NBA Playoffs; With the KD injury, do they take the Warriors or the field?
Danny, Manny & Judd discuss the Rosas presser; What stood out? What will be different from previous regimes? The first order of business for Rosas. Is it training and development? *NBA playoff talk; Are the Celtics the biggest disappointment? Can the Rockets actually beat Golden State?
Gersson Rosas joined Mackey & Judd with Ramie to discuss Gersson Rosas as the Wolves President of Basketball Operations and what the hiring means for the Wolves going forward.
Judd Zulgad and Manny Hill take you through the Rosas presser Rosas appears to be the opposite of Tom Thibodeau *Danny Cunningham joins from Target Center with takeaways from the presser
Manny and Myron have questions for the Timberwolves new boss Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press joins for more discussion on what the plan is for Rosas *Are the Warriors getting the credit they deserve? Are they the best team ever?
Danny, Manny & Ramie talk more on Gersson Rosas' hire and what it means for the Wolves Can Rosas find a trade partner for Andrew Wiggins or get the most out of him? *What's a fair timeline for the Wolves new boss to be evaluated?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss the Wolves hiring of Gersson Rosas as the new President of Basketball Operations What could the hire mean going forward for Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns, Ryan Saunders and Scott Layden? *Hear Danny's appearance on the Mackey & Judd w/Ramie Show after the news broke
Danny and Dane dive more into the 2nd round of the NBA Playoffs Will the Bucks make the necessary adjustments to bounce back against the Celtics? Can the Short-handed Trail Blazers overcome the injuries to their bigs against Denver? Danny is sick of hearing about the officiating in the Rockets/Warriors series
Danny and Manny give their power rankings of the 4 candidates for the Wolves President of Basketball Ops position Who are some of the prospects in the draft that could be good fits for the Wolves?
Manny and Danny discuss; What if the Warriors actually lost their series to the Clippers? Danny might be leaning towards picking Toronto to win it all How fun will the East playoffs be now? Manny has a couple of random Timberwolves of the week
Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore examine the NBA Playoffs as the 2nd round matchups are nearly set. Are the Nuggets good enough to take the next step? *How will the Bucks and Celtics matchup in the 2nd round?
Danny and Manny discuss who they think is the most interesting President of Basketball Operations candidate for the Wolves Why Trajan Langdon could make the most sense; Also, what about Calvin Booth? What questions should Glen Taylor ask each candidate? Also, what should the candidates ask Taylor? *How would Brandon Clarke of Gonzaga look fit with the Wolves?
Myron Medcalf breaks down Kevin Durant's insane numbers in the playoffs. Later in the show, the word gets out that Chauncey Billups will reportedly meet with the Timberwolves for their president of basketball operations position. Is he the right candidate for the job?
Danny Cunningham and Ramie Makhlouf get together to talk Timberwolves free agency. Which players can Minnesota re-sign and which players should they target free agency?
Wolves reaching out to Clippers GM Michael Winger for the POBO position; Danny and Dane discuss that Wolves could be targeting the right people The Warriors blew a 31-point lead; More on the NBA Playoffs
Danny and Manny with more on the Wolves offseason: Why it's the most important in franchise history How would Ja Morant fit with the Wolves? The POBO search: Will they get to decide on the coach? Call Joerger? What would it mean for Ryan Saunders?
Why this offseason is the most important for the Wolves front office Larry McKenzie talks high school hoops, college hoops and more What will the Wolves do about the point guard position? Myron and Manny make their playoff predictions
Danny, Manny & Ramie discuss the Wolves search for a new President of Basketball Operations Who is the ideal candidate for the Wolves? Will the new POBO be able to decide the future of Ryan Saunders and Scott Layden? Other news around the NBA: Joerger and Bickerstaff dismissed
*Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore look ahead to the postseason, discuss the potential matchups, and speculate a little more on the upcoming offseason for the Wolves.
Darren "Doogie" Wolfson joins Danny & Manny to discuss the future of the Timberwolves Doogie convinced Ryan Saunders will remain as head coach Who will run the front office? Will Layden be out? Who on the Wolves current roster will be with the team next season?
How can the Wolves get better this offseason without winning the lottery? Does the Wiggins contact make the Wolves a less desirable GM destination spot? Danny: "This is the most fascinating draft lottery in a long time" Ramie runs several lottery sims
What’s the best way to evaluate Ryan? Karl’s recent shooting slump What should the process of hiring Ryan be like? Accountability vs communication? *Trading Jeff Teague/Gorgui/Wiggins?
Danny Cunningham & Manny Hill discuss Ryan Saunders' future; Will the Wolves decide Saunders' future before deciding on the front office? Danny questions if that will be the right method. No Duke in the Final Four in Minneapolis this weekend, and Danny's not happy about it *Manny and Danny run their draft lottery sims.
Myron & Manny discuss how the NCAA can change the narrative of a team's season Have we seen a player hyped as much as Zion Williamson? Who could be a good fit for the Wolves in the 2019 draft? Richard Pitino and the Gophers; how three weeks changed his status as coach
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss the NBA season as a whole Who are some of the biggest surprises and biggest disappointments of the NBA season? *Danny & Manny discuss the potential playoff matchups
Manny, Danny and Dane each share the one thing they would change about the Wolves this season Who could be trade partners with the Wolves in a Wiggins deal? *Aside from KAT, what do the Wolves have going for them going into 2019-2020?
Danny & Manny make their All-NBA picks; How much does the Wolves success matter in KAT's case? Kemba over Kyrie? Is Brad Stevens overrated? Manny wants the young Wolves getting a majority of the playing time Danny & Manny do their lottery sims.
Myron & Manny discuss their brackets Was the Louisville draw unfair to the Gopher players? Advance Scout Bryan Oringher talks Zion Williamson's strengths and weaknesses Is Joel Embiid the most unstoppable player in the NBA? Where does KAT fit in?
Danny Cunningham, Manny Hill and Dane Moore discuss the Warriors and how the NBA playoffs could shape out. What kind of players need to surround Karl-Anthony Towns? *More front office speculation: Would Sam Hinkie be a good fit?
Manny & Danny run another draft lottery sim, and what the Wolves need in the future Reid Forgrave of CBS Sports joins to talk NCAA Tournament, the Duke/UNC rivalry, and players to look for in the draft that could fit the Wolves.
Appreciating the talent of Karl-Anthony Towns Towns over Embiid? Myron says it's a conversation to have The Gophers are going to the dance, and Pitino deserves credit Grading Ryan Saunders and Richard Pitino
How the Nuggets surpassed the Wolves so quickly Do the Wolves need to win the lottery to get back into playoff contention next year? The reality that LeBron is going to miss the playoffs. Is it time to think about not playing RoCo for the rest of the season?
Manny, Danny and Dane discuss Derrick Rose's value on the court, whether or not he should be back, and at what price. Making the case for Karl-Anthony Towns to make All-NBA Where would this team be without Towns? Wiggins has an elite skill, but isn't using it enough
The Wolves need to walk a fine line with KAT Keita Bates-Diop continues to be a pleasant surprise What to do with Wiggins this summer. Tankathon sims; Where did the Wolves end up with our first sims?
Myron Medcalf speaks on why Richard Pitino and others are fighting an uphill battle with recruiting LeBron passed MJ on the scoring list, but how much does it matter? *Andrew Wiggins is bad, and the numbers continue to show it.
Ramie: "I want to see KAT stand up to the bully" How can the Wolves build around KAT? Who should be a part of the Wolves future? What does LeBron passing MJ mean?
Danny, Manny and Dane discuss the most interesting things to watch for with the Wolves the rest of the season Why KAT being All-NBA is becoming more of a realistic possibility, and what it means finanacially. What could Dario Saric's market value be next year? How can Ryan Saunders find an identity for this team in the last stretch of the season? *The best way to use Andrew Wiggins
After a winless road trip for the Wolves, Danny and Manny think it's time to change the perspective for the rest of this season Is it time for Wiggins to come off the bench with reduced minutes? Why more minutes are needed for KBD, Tyus, etc. Will KAT making an All-NBA team make things tougher for the Wolves?
Myron says "I quit" the Wiggins train Marcus Fuller on Gopher hoops and their NCAA tourney status *It's time to celebrate KAT's performances
Danny Cunningham, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill recap the loss to Atlanta, and why Karl-Anthony Towns needs the ball in his hands late in games What young star in the NBA would you pair with KAT? *Around the NBA: How can success be measured for LeBron and the Lakers this season?
The playoffs are starting to seem a tad bit more realistic for the Wolves Dane Moore on how Ryan Saunders is connecting with players *Manny, Danny and Dane discuss what the rotation could look like once the roster is fully healthy
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss KAT's car accident that caused him to miss the last two games and how the Wolves performed without him. Also, Danny recaps his trip to Milwaukee with the Wolves playing the Bucks over the weekend and Ja Rule's memorable halftime performance.
Danny Cunningham sits down with Eric Nehm of The Athletic to talk about the emergence of the Milwaukee Bucks as one of the NBA's best teams, how the Bucks would matchup with the rest of the Eastern Conference in the playoffs, and dive into the NBA MVP discussion.
Myron Medcalf says Zion should do what he wants The one-and-done rule in the NBA and NCAA; what needs to change? Timberwolves post-all-star break wish list Why Ryan Saunders deserves a serious shot at keeping the HC job
Ramie has basketball withdrawals What can Ryan Saunders do with a fully healthy roster? *Kyrie Irving's bout with the media
Luka's impact in Dallas and can the Wolves reach that with KAT? More post-break expectations, including improvement on defense. Tyus Jones' underrated value. What Luol Deng has brought to the table.
All-Star weekend thoughts on the dunk contest and 3-point shootout How would MJ and Dominique's dunks hold up in current dunk contests? *What do we expect from the Wolves post break?
Dell Demps was fired by the Pelicans? Why this means Wolves GM decision is important Rob Dauster of NBC Sports on the world of college hoops *All-star weekend anticipation: Will Okogie put on a show?
Are the Wolves better without Andrew Wiggins? How good can Josh Okogie be? *Who's the MVP going into the All-Star break?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore discuss the Wolves win over the Clippers, along with Dario Saric's insertion into the starting lineup and why it's time for them to figure out what they have in the 24-year-old. Later, with the Rockets in town to play the Wolves this week, Danny and Manny talk with their play-by-play man and PA announcer Matt Thomas on the state of the Rockets, and also get his take on the Wolves.
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss how the Wolves are probably out of the playoff race with their current losing streak, and the continued drama around the NBA, including why Anthony Davis should not be playing right now, and Magic Johnson's odd weekend.
Ramie Makhlouf, Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham recap the NBA's Trade deadline. The Wolves had offers on the table, but didn't pull the trigger on any moves. Should they have? Also, has Ryan Saunders done enough to be the permanent Head Coach?
Danny Cunningham, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill take you through the busy trade deadline in the NBA, despite the Wolves not making a move. Also, what the guys make of Kevin Durant's latest spat with the media?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham are joined by SKOR North's social media guy Seth Auger (@sethauger), and they speculate more on the upcoming trade deadline and whether or not the Wolves will be active. Will Anthony Tolliver be moved? Also, is it time for Dario Saric to start over Taj Gibson?
Manny Hill, Dane Moore and Danny Cunningham speculate more on where Anthony Davis could be headed, and also how AD's situation could impact the Timberwolves' team payroll for the 2019-20 season. Also, who could be on the move for the Wolves before this Thursday's NBA trade deadline, and why could that also be vital for the team's future?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Ramie Makhlouf talk a little about how bad the Super Bowl was, and Danny presents Ramie with a "Nuggets Challenge" for the next time the Wolves play Denver. Also, should the Wolves be busy at the deadline? Are their playoff hopes dwindling?
Should Karl-Anthony Towns decide who the Timberwolves head coach should be? Myron Medcalf and Manny Hill discuss that, and also all the crazy trade talk surrounding the NBA as the deadline approaches. Also, an impromptu call in from Patrick Reusse sparks more Wolves talk and college hoops discussion.
Ramie Makhlouf, Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill recap the Wolves win over Memphis after Karl-Anthony Towns' game winner, and wonder if KAT can turn be the best player on a championship team. Also, will Andrew Wiggins ever turn it around? Later, it's more speculation on where Anthony Davis could go.
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore have some fun speculation on where Anthony Davis could be traded to. Should a team like Toronto make a push for AD? Also, Dane has three potential routes the Wolves could take as they approach the trade deadline. Just how critical is this upcoming stretch for Minnesota?
Danny Cunningham and Manny Hill discuss the shorthanded Wolves after their back-to-back losses to Utah over the weekend. Also, Anthony Davis has reportedly requested a trade from the Pelicans. Manny and Danny speculate on where he could be headed.
Myron Medcalf and Manny Hill talk Timberwolves and their identity. Is Andrew Wiggins ever going to figure it out? How many players in the NBA would Manny take over Karl-Anthony Towns? Also, are the Gophers facing an uphill battle with the rest of college basketball?
As the Timberwolves approach a critical stretch of the season, Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss where the team is at, the future of the point guard position, and Andrew Wiggins continued struggles. Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press and TwinCities.com joins with more perspective on all of that. Also, ratings are down around the league. Is LeBron being in LA a big part of that?
The NBA trade deadline is just a couple of weeks away. Manny Hill, Dane Moore, and Danny Cunningham discuss some of the decisions the Wolves may have to make. Will they be buyers or sellers? Is Derrick Rose going to be in the future plans? The guys discuss how the next couple of weeks could be critical for the team's future.
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss how Derrick Rose may have saved the Wolves season with his game winner against Phoenix on Sunday, and Andrew Wiggins' continued struggles. Later, what moves can the Wolves make between now and the February 7 trade deadline? Also, who has some of the best and worst uniforms in the NBA?
Myron Medcalf of ESPN brings you Myron on Hoops! He and Manny Hill discuss whether or not Ryan Saunders should be the Wolves permanent head coach, and if the Wolves have enough to compete in the NBA long-term. Also, what's going on with the Gopher Men's basketball team. Myron tells you why Richard Pitino's team has struggled to take the next step. Later, Michael Beasley had a little uniform snafu.
Danny Cunningham, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill discuss the Wolves blowout loss in Philadelphia and pose the question: Did they prove Jimmy Butler right? Also Ramie explains why Derrick Rose has such a strong following. Manny has some reckless speculation on a trade. The guys then get into more around the NBA, including Kyrie Irvings comments on calling LeBron James.
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Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham talk with Dane Moore, who's in Philly for the Wolves/Sixers matchup. Dane discusses his "Moore On Monday" piece about the differences in adjustments between Tom Thibodeau and Ryan Saunders. Dane also points out how the defense from the Wolves has maybe taken a step back since Saunders has become interim head coach. Also, after Luka Doncic wowed everyone at Target Center on Friday, just how good is the 19-year-old going to be? Then, what are the Wolves' odds for the playoffs at this point?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham are joined by Judd Zulgad of the Mackey & Judd Show to discuss the Wolves post-Thibs and his impressions of Luka Doncic after the Mavericks visit to Target Center last week. Also, with the Wolves set to take on the Sixers for the first time since the Butler trade, Derek Bodner (@DerekBodnerNBA) of The Athletic in Philadelphia checks in for an update on how things are going with Jimmy Butler in Philly.
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham are joined by long-time Wolves TV Analyst Jim Petersen, as he discusses the Tom Thibodeau era and what went wrong. Jim Pete doesn't hold back. Also, what's next for the Wolves and interim Head Coach Ryan Saunders?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore, discuss the Wolves win over Oklahoma City in Ryan Saunders' NBA coaching debut. What were some of the early differences in the playing style under Saunders? And has the interim coach found a way to unlock Andrew Wiggins?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham give their immediate thoughts after Ryan Saunders' first press conference as interim Wolves head coach. Also they talk more on Derrick Rose's and Karl-Anthony Towns' reactions.
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore discuss the news that Tom Thibodeau has been fired by the Wolves and discuss what this means for the team going forward. Is this an opportunity for Ryan Saunders as he takes over as interim head coach? Also, what does this mean for Scott Layden's future? The guys also take calls from listeners.
Manny Hill and Dane Moore discuss the latest from the Wolves, and wonder what has gone wrong with defending the 3 point shot. Also, what do they make of Tyus Jones' recent play with Jeff Teague and Derrick Rose out of the lineup? Is there concern over Robert Covington's injury, and is it time for Thibs to scale back on Rose's minutes when he returns to the lineup?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore recap the Wolves win over the Bulls, Derrick Rose's MVP chants in his hometown, and the overall dysfunction that seems to be brewing with the Bulls. Also, should the Wolves explore 'Point Wiggins' again?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham recap the Wolves win over Oklahoma City on Sunday - their first road win against a West team - and Andrew Wiggins performance that night. What is it going to take to get that more consistently from Wiggins? Also, Manny and Danny go down a rabbit hole of what if's; What if the Cavs drafted Joel Embiid instead of Wiggins in 2014?
The Timberwolves are still not making enough threes, nor are they defending against them well enough. Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham dive into what has become a bit of a math problem for the Wolves over the last couple of weeks. What can they do to keep up? Manny and Danny also discuss the next portion of games coming up and how vital they could be for the Wolves if they want to make the postseason.
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore react to the Wolves blowout win over Sacramento, and also wonder if it's time for Josh Okogie to be put into the rotation. Does Tom Thibodeau need to find a way to get the rookie more playing time without pulling any of the other regulars out of the mix? Also, what's with the home/away splits with the Wolves?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss the Wolves' 2nd winless road trip of the season and wonder what can be done going forward.
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Derek James discuss the Wolves West Coast road trip after their loss in Sacramento Wednesday night. The lack of 3-point shooting during the road trip is astonishing as the Wolves just aren't keeping up with their opponents. The guys then get into more NBA storylines; Are the Raptors a threat to Golden State? Who should be the league MVP?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore examine the Wolves start to their 2nd west coast road trip of the season, as they've started 0-2 with losses to Portland and Golden State. Also, is Jeff Teague being fairly analyzed? Is there a way Thibs can get Josh Okogie into games regularly despite him not being part of the regular rotation?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham talk more on the resurgent Timberwolves, and speculate on if they can keep this up. How much credit should Tom Thibodeau get for this improved stretch? Would the team making the playoffs be enough to retain Thibs?
Manny Hill, Dane Moore and Danny Cunningham talk more on the Wolves improvements defensively after their comeback win over the Rockets on Monday night. What impact has Robert Covington had on the defensive mindset of the rest of the team? The guys also venture into the rest of the NBA, particularly the Western Conference. Is Kevin Durant leaving Golden State next summer?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham continue to examine the Wolves recent play, and ask the question: When does this become more than just a small sample size? Also, should Josh Okogie get back into the rotation? If so, how can the Wolves fit him back in? Can Andrew Wiggins get out of this shooting funk?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore discuss the Wolves improvement since the Butler trade. Karl-Anthony Towns has played better, but what is the solution to Andrew Wiggins' continued struggles? Also, Danny is ready to say it; Derrick Rose is good again.
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore talk more on the Wolves since the big trade, who has fallen out of the rotation, and speculate on what other roster moves could be made down the line. They also get into some of the other storylines around the NBA, including the dysfunction in Washington with the Wizards.
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham give their thoughts on the Wolves debuts of Robert Covington and Dario Saric against the Pelicans. And it's more talk on the continued strong play of Josh Okogie. He just "does things" according to Danny. Later, is Andrew Wiggins finally going turn a corner?
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham dive more into the Wolves acquisitions of Robert Covington, Dario Saric and Jerryd Bayless. What would a frontcourt of KAT and Saric look like offensively and defensively? Who is going to get their minutes scaled back with the new players coming in? Also, the guys are still having a hard time making sense of Derrick Rose's continued hot streak from deep, but what if he keeps it up?
Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore have more reaction and thoughts on the fallout from the Jimmy Butler trade to the Sixers. Derek Bodner of The Athletic in Philly joins to share what Wolves fans can expect from Robert Covington and Dario Saric.
Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham break down the Timberwolves trade of Jimmy Butler to the Philadelphia 76ers. What are the Wolves getting back in Robert Covington and Dario Saric? Also Manny and Danny take questions via social media in regards to what this move now means for the rest of the roster, and Tom Thibodeau.
Manny Hill introduces the newest member of the Raised By Wolves team; Danny Cunningham. They spend this episode discussing more on the Wolves and what they can improve on despite the dysfunction. Derrick Rose continues to play well, is it safe to call him a good player again? Manny and Danny discuss why a coaching change may be necessary to get Karl-Anthony Towns back on track.
Manny Hill and Dane Moore talk more on the Wolves current status and dive into Dane’s latest piece on 1500ESPN.com; Taj Gibson and Gorgui Dieng are taking more 3’s, and Dane explains why it’s been helpful for the Wolves’ offense. Also, would a new role for Andrew Wiggins be beneficial for him? The Wolves will also have to make a decision on Tyus Jones’ future soon. What will the market be like for him?
Manny Hill introduces an added voice to the podcast; Dane Moore (@DaneMooreNBA) of Zone Coverage and contributor to 1500ESPN.com. Dane and Manny discuss the Wolves season thus far, and how the Jimmy Butler situation continues to overshadow everything that is going on with the team. Is Tom Thibodeau's system and coaching style the right fit for everyone? The guys also speculate on where this could be headed, and also give their thoughts on rookie Josh Okogie's early performance.
Manny Hill introduces an added voice to the podcast; Dane Moore (@DaneMooreNBA) of Zone Coverage and contributor to 1500ESPN.com. Dane and Manny discuss the Wolves season thus far, and how the Jimmy Butler situation continues to overshadow everything that is going on with the team. Is Tom Thibodeau's system and coaching style the right fit for everyone? The guys also speculate on where this could be headed, and also give their thoughts on rookie Josh Okogie's early performance..
Derek James and Manny Hill give their thoughts on the Timberwolves' season opening loss in San Antonio, and both have decided that not much has changed from last year. Karl-Anthony Towns struggled to stay out of foul trouble, and there were more defensive breakdowns. Will these same deficiencies continue?
Derek James and Manny Hill discuss Jimmy Butler's interview with Rachel Nichols after Wednesday's practice, and why things just haven't worked out with Butler since he arrived to Minnesota. Is Jimmy's personality just not a great fit? How much of this falls on Tom Thibodeau or Glen Taylor?
Darren "Doogie" Wolfson joins Manny Hill and Judd Zulgad on the Mackey & Judd show to discuss Jimmy Butler's blow up at Timberwolves practice on Wednesday.
Manny Hill and Derek James talk more about the Jimmy Butler saga and ask the question; What would the Wolves look like today if they hadn't traded for Jimmy on draft night in 2017? Later, Kyle Ratke joins to quiz the guys.
Manny Hill and Derek James talk Timberwolves Media Day, as Derek was in attendance at Target Center. What did Tom Thibodeau have to say about Jimmy Butler's trade request? Manny and Derek also speculate on the timeline for a potential trade. Should it be sooner rather than later? Also, Sean Highkin (@highkin), who covered Butler and Thibs in Chicago joins for his perspective, and shares why he thinks a deal with the Miami Heat might make the most sense for Butler and the Wolves.
Jimmy Butler has reportedly requested a trade from the Timberwolves, and Manny Hill and Derek James are here to discuss that and what it means for the Wolves going forward. Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press joins to weigh in on the news.
Manny Hill and Derek James discuss Karl-Anthony Towns' contract situation. Could KAT potentially sign a shorter deal instead of the max? Also they discuss the reports that Luol Deng could be signed by the Wolves.
Manny talks with Jon Krawczynski (@JonKrawczynski) of The Athletic on the Timberwolves offseason, the draft picks Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop, free agency and all the rumors and Jimmy Butler's and Karl-Anthony Towns' contract situations.
Manny Hill and Derek James are joined in studio by Kyle Ratke of Timberwolves.com to chat about Lindsay Whalen's retirement announcement from the Lynx. They also talk about Lindsay's cultural impact on basketball in Minnesota and a little on the Lynx on the court this season.
With things quiet surrounding the Timberwolves this week, Derek and Manny catch up with Meredith Minkow (@murrminks) of Bleacher Report to chat about WNBA All-Star Weekend in the Twin Cities. Later, Manny and Derek go around the League with news and notes around the NBA, including Kyle Lowry having zero interest in discussing the Derozan/Kawhi trade.
Manny Hill and Derek James discuss Nemanja Bjelica's decision to perhaps leave the NBA and return to Europe, the WNBA announced their All-Stars, and the Lynx have 3. Then Jared Dubin (@JADubin5) of various media outlets joins to discuss the Wolves' salary cap situation, and what their options might be going forward now that they're up against the cap. Manny and Derek also breakdown the Kawhi Leonard trade to the Raptors.
Derek James and Manny Hill take a look at the Wolves' two rookies Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop and how they've looked so far in Summer League. They then introduce a new segment with your best Wolves-related Hot Takes, and look at some other news and notes from around the NBA.
Manny Hill sits down with Judd Zulgad and Matthew Coller on Saturday SportsTalk on 1500 ESPN to talk about the current state of the Wolves. The guys take a look at the Jimmy Butler trade in hindsight and evaluate if this core group can coexist.
Derek James and Manny Hill discuss the latest news and rumors surrounding the Timberwolves, including the piece in the Chicago Sun Times earlier this week reporting that Jimmy Butler is "Fed-up" with Karl-Anthony Towns. The question is, how much of this is true, and if it is, can Tom Thibodeau be the one who can fix the issues? Also, they discuss the signing of Anthony Tolliver, the departure of Nemanja Bjelica, and the rest of NBA free agency.
Manny Hill joined Mackey and Judd to discuss a report that Jimmy Butler is unhappy with Karl-Anthony Towns.
Derek James and Manny Hill give their thoughts on the Wolves drafting of Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop, and look ahead to free agency, while taking questions from listeners. Who should the Wolves target? Could a big trade be in the works?
The Wolves and Kings are more like each other than we may realize. Manny Hill and Derek James talk with Brad Geiser (@therealbradg) from sactownroyalty.com on the similar dynamics between the two franchises. Brad talks about why he’s still a huge fan of DeMarcus Cousins despite Boogie being elsewhere now, and even asks Manny and Derek why the vibe with the Wolves is so negative even though the playoff drought is over.
Manny Hill and Derek James discuss all the latest surrounding the NBA, including Bryan Colangelo parting ways in Philadelphia, and the NBA Finals. Also they speculate on where LeBron James could be headed this summer.
Derek James and Manny Hill address the rumors and tweets surrounding Tom Thibodeau and Karl-Anthony Towns. Are the Wolves really considering moving their 22-year-old star? Also, Manny and Derek take questions from listeners on the offseason, and talk a little Lynx as well.
Derek James and Manny Hill are joined by James Holas (@SnottieDrippen) of BBallbreakdown.com to talk about the NBA Conference Finals matchups. James is excited about his Celtics jumping out to a 2-0 series lead over the Cavs. What exactly is wrong with the Cavs? Can the Rockets make it a long series against Golden State?
Derek James and Manny Hill discuss the latest news surrounding the Timberwolves with the resignation of assistant coach Rick Brunson. Also, is the NBA too predictable? Later the guys chat with Meredith Minkow (@murrminks) about her transition to Bleacher Report, interning with the Wolves and Lynx, and why Becky Hammon absolutely deserves a shot to coach in the NBA.
Manny and Derek are joined by Timberwolves.com Web Editor Kyle Ratke. Kyle tells a few stories from the season, shares his experience working playoff games, and previews the upcoming Lynx season!
Derek James and Manny Hill recap the Wolves elimination from the playoffs and look ahead to what needs to be done this summer. Who's coming back? Does Thibs need to adjust?
Manny Hill and Derek James discuss the Wolves playoff series with the Houston Rockets. Why is Karl-Anthony Towns struggling? Also, despite the series still going, the guys can't help but to look ahead to the offseason and what changes and adjustments need to be made.
For the first time in 14 years, the Minnesota Timberwolves clinched a playoff spot! Manny Hill and Derek James discuss the Wolves' OT win over the Denver Nuggets -- and what to expect going forward. Also, the boys chat with Matt Moore (@HPBasketball on Twitter, formerly of CBS Sports) about the Wolves and other NBA stuff.
The Wolves are in a dog fight for a playoff spot, and Derek & Manny vent their frustrations with the play of the team as of late. They answer questions from listeners as the regular season is winding down, including their grades for Thibs the GM and Thibs the coach.
With the Wolves getting a much needed win against the Clippers this week, they're inching closer and closer to getting a playoff spot. Derek and Manny take a look at who an ideal First Round playoff matchup would be. Is it OKC? What about Portland or New Orleans? Also, is it time to give Jeff Teague some credit?
It's probably fair to say that Karl-Anthony Towns needs the ball more in the 4th quarter, as shown in the Wolves win over Golden State. This week on Raised By Wolves, Derek and Manny discuss a much needed win for Minnesota, the signing of Derrick Rose, and answer questions from listeners.
Manny and Derek celebrate 100 episodes by bringing in their old buddy Steve McPherson to talk hoops and soccer. Steve updates on his gig with MN United FC, and the guys break down the Wolves and the rest of the NBA.
Manny and Derek recap the All-Star weekend, talk Jimmy Butler sitting out the All-Star Game, and answer questions from listeners. What should be expected from the Wolves the last quarter of the regular season? Also the guys address the Sports Illustrated story surrounding the Dallas Mavericks.
What's with the Wolves struggles on the road against Eastern Conference cellar dwellers? Derek and Manny try to make sense of that, and they are also joined by Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrvinLA) of the Locked On Lakers podcast with the Lakers coming to Minneapolis this week. Are PG and LeBron headed to LA?
Manny and Derek recap the NBA's trade deadline deals and discuss the Wolves' inactivity at the deadline. Is Derrick Rose headed to Minnesota? Also, Justin Rowan (@Cavsanada) of The Chase Down Podcast and FearTheSword joins to talk about the Cavs big deadline deals. Just how bad was it with Isaiah Thomas in Cleveland?
Derek and Manny are joined by their guy Doc Coyle (@DocCoyle), guitarist for the band Bad Wolves. Doc talks about his new music out, and what's going on with his Knicks. He also weighs in on his observations on the Wolves from afar.
After a couple losses in a row for the Wolves, Manny and Derek examine the offense and where it needs to get better. Should Tyus Jones start, or is it a matter of him playing more minutes? Also, the guys discuss the Hornets openness to trading Kemba Walker.
Derek and Manny discuss the Wolves terrific play of late, with blowout wins over Cleveland and Oklahoma City. Now that Jeff Teague is back, should Tyus Jones' minutes be reduced again? Also, the guys answer questions from listeners.
Manny and Derek discuss Jeff Teague's knee injury, and how Tyus Jones has been filling the void, and Jimmy Butler's continued brilliance being overlooked by early all-star voting. With the New Orleans Pelicans coming to town soon, the guys talk with Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) of Bourbon Street Shots about how the Boogie/Brow combo is performing in the Big Easy.
1500ESPN.com's Matthew Coller joins Derek and Manny this week. Coller talks about growing up in upstate New York as a Knicks fan in the 1990's and the differences between the league then vs. today. The guys of course talk Wolves, and Coller's frustrations with Andrew Wiggins, and praise for the Lynx's Maya Moore.
Joining Manny and Derek this week is John Meyer (@thedailywolf) of Canis Hoopus. They discuss Andrew Wiggins' shooting woes, the impact of Jimmy Butler and Taj Gibson, and the elephant in the room, the minutes!
Derek and Manny are joined by Kyle Neubeck (@KyleNeubeck) of Philly Voice and PhillyVoice.com after the Wolves/Sixers game this week. Kyle talks about how far the Sixers have come since the start of "The Process" and what Ben Simmons has brought to the NBA. Manny and Derek of course talk Wolves and try to make sense of the minutes the starters are playing. Is an 8-man rotation sustainable?
Manny and Derek talk are joined by Jace Frederick of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. The Wolves are still having a tough time defensively, and the guys try to make sense of why Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins are still struggling on that end of the floor. Jace also gives his thoughts on whether or not Tom Thibodeau needs to make an adjustment to his rotations.
Derek and Manny recap the Wolves recent games, and discuss Karl-Anthony Towns continued development. Manny has a thought on what the Wolves need for their bench. The guys also discuss Tyus Jones' recent play with increased minutes as Jeff Teague has been out with an injury. Is Taj Gibson playing too many minutes?
Manny and Derek are joined by Robby Kalland (@RKalland) of Uproxx Sports. Robby once covered the Atlanta Hawks and gives a more in depth look at Wolves point guard Jeff Teague from his days in Atlanta. The guys also talk more Wolves and NBA topics, and Robby tells his story of how, and why, he ate 82 chicken nuggets from Chick-Fil-A.
Manny and Derek recap the Wolves biggest test of the season against the Golden State Warriors. How can the Wolves fix their transition issues? Why is Nemanja Bjelica still not getting more minutes? Also, the guys take a look at the trade that sent Eric Bledsoe from Phoenix to Milwaukee.
Have the Wolves gotten back on track? Derek and Manny discuss the Wolves winning streak, and take questions from listeners. Is is time for Nemanja Bjelica to see more minutes? Where are KAT's defensive struggles coming from?
Derek and Manny try to make sense of what's wrong with the Wolves. They're joined in studio by Fred Katz (@FredKatz), who covers the Oklahoma City Thunder for the Norman Transcript. Fred talks about covering Russell Westbrook, what Taj Gibson was like in OKC, and what the Wolves can do to get better. Are the Thunder the best suited team to challenge Golden State?