What a week of PLAYOFF Timberwolves basketball! This first round series against Memphis has been nothing short of incredible. We’ve had soaring highs, crushing lows and on-court protests galore! As we head into the second week of the postseason the Wolves and Grizzlies are all knotted up at two games a piece. On this episode of Wolvescast special g…

Following one of the most improbable wins in Timberwolves history, Minnesota is moving on to the first round of the playoffs! The team, the state and your hosts have no problem celebrating that fact! The longest running podcast in Timberwolves history breaks down the experience of being at the game and reveling in the team finally breaking through.…

The Timberwolves play-in fate has been sealed! They’ll face off against the LA Clippers at Target Center on Tuesday. It will be one of the most anticipated Wolves games in years. On today’s podcast we preview that matchup and what we’re looking forward to about attending the game. Also, Greg Monroe, A Minnesota Twins preview tailor-made for Timberw…

After dropping back to back games on the road the Wolves are essentially locked into the 7th seed of the Western Conference playoff picture. They’ll compete against the Los Angeles Clippers for the right to play in a real series! We chat about the timely return of Paul George and how confident we are in that matchup. Also a Beasley/McDaniels injury…

As the regular season winds down the competition has ramped up! Suddenly the Timberwolves are playing against much tougher teams just weeks away from the playoffs. This episode of Wolvescast features Scott and Neil discussing how this coupled with a few injuries and an alarming number of technical fouls is shaping the end of the season. Also, three…

This Timberwolves season continues to be a blast. The team is now eleven games above .500 with eleven games remaining in the regular season! Karl Towns had one of the best offensive performances in the entire league this week as he scored a franchise record 60 points. Scott and Neil dig into his record-setting game and consider the peaks he’s reach…

Everything seems to be coming together for the Minnesota Timberwolves. They’ve won six games in a row. Their star players are mostly in top form and their depth continues to grow as the season progresses. It all comes at the perfect time with the playoffs only one month away. On this episode of the podcast we discuss the massive home court advantag…

Improbably the Timberwolves only have 19 games remaining in their regular season schedule! It’s time to check in on the team’s progress thus far and look forward to the upcoming postseason picture. Tune in as full time friend and part time Wolvescast co-host Robert Brewer joins the show to chat Wolves basketball. We talk about the experience of bei…

With the NBA All-Star break taking place this weekend in idyllic Cleveland Ohio, the Timberwolves and the rest of the league have earned a much-needed break. On this episode of Wolvescast we rank the people in the Wolves origination who need this upcoming rest the most! Also Edwards’ knee, Beverley’s extension, ideas for a week without Wolves baske…

Another trade deadline has come and gone and the Wolves have decided to keep their powder dry this season. Your faithful hosts Scott and Neil turn on the microphones to talk about why we and most Wolves fans are ok with the lack of movement. Also, a Karl Towns All-Star Weekend update, D’Angelo Russell calls for a louder Target Center, predictions f…

As the season moves forward the Timberwolves are finding ways to improve as a team. The first half of the season featured the team winning with their defense. Now, just before the trade deadline the team’s offense has joined the party. On today’s podcast we talk about how the Wolves had the league’s best offense during the month of January. Also Ka…

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

With all the winning and positive vibes this is quite the unusual Timberwolves season. But some things never change and being disproportionately aggrieved by the officials is one of those things! Of course we have to talk about the mess in Atlanta as well as the history of the Wolves and refereeing. Also the rise of Jaylen Nowell, Klutch Sports inf…

The Wolves have reached the halfway point in their season which has unquestionably been a successful campaign. From their record, to their surprising defensive acumen, to the positive locker room vibes; things are good in Minnesota. Special guest John Meyer joins the show to help us dissect the first half of the season and look ahead to the next 41…

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

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

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

Back and forth we go on this ride of a Timberwolves season! The team snapped their five game losing streak with two impressive wins against Northwest Division foes. Minnesota is riding high as their big three appear to be firing on all cylinders. On this week’s podcast we talk about the return of D’Angelo Russel and what he has meant to the Wolves …

The year continues to ebb and flow. Timberwolves fans are traversing the peaks and valleys of this season. But hey, at least there ARE PEAKS! It’s all about perspective! On this episode of the podcast we preview the gauntlet-esque schedule that faces the team in the next few weeks. Also, Myles Turner rumors, Pat Bev extension possibilities, Worried…

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

Nearly a quarter of the regular season is in the books! The early returns have been a mixed bag of highs and lows that ultimately have fans as excited as they’ve been in quite some time. We welcome special guest Kyle Ratke from the 10,000 Layups Podcast onto our program this week to review the Timberwolves season thus far and talk about the state o…

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

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

Here at Wolvescast we enjoy the game of basketball. The beautiful, improvisational, dynamic sport that features the best athletes in the world. We also enjoy the CULTURE of basketball. Everything else that surrounds and gives life to the roundball universe. In addition to being the longest running Timberwolves podcast, we’re also the Wolves show th…

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

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

A new Timberwolves season is not a simple thing. It is a chaotic swirl of anticipation, hope, trepidation and lots of QUESTIONS. On this special edition season preview episode of Wolvescast we inquire about the major and minor topics facing this year's team. Why should you care about this season? How will the rotation shake out? Who will be better …

For the sixth consecutive year we are previewing upcoming the Timberwolves season via a game of Jeopardy! The annual showdown pits two siblings against each other and threatens to create an unprecedented fissure in their relationship and this podcast. Will Scott continue his three-year winning streak? Will Neil finally break through and even the al…

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

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

While we took a week off the Wolves won four games in a row! Despite dropping the next two they appear to be playing some of their best basketball of the season. We discuss what all this winning means for their lottery odds in the return of “Degrade for Cade”. Also a review of Kevin Garnett’s book “KG A to Z”, Ant’s Rookie of the Month award, Marc …

The Timberwolves are a slightly more entertaining version of bad. A ringing endorsement indeed! We know you love the team all the same and will happily enjoy the latest installment of Wolvescast. This week we chat about the progress (or lack thereof) displayed this year by the youngest Wolves. Also Russell of the bench, Towns’ defense, Target Cente…

The Timberwolves are 75% of the way through their season! We look at what has transpired thus far and what to watch for over the final month. Then Bally Sports North’s Dave Benz joins the program to talk about this season’s broadcasting changes, the fitness trainer who changed his life, and correctly pronouncing player names. Also the Rodriguez/Lor…

In a cruel twist of fate the Timberwolves welcomed back one of their best players and then mourned the departure of another. On this episode of Wolvescast we talk about what the addition of Russell and the subtraction of Beasley means for the team. Also, new Lynx uniforms, Worried/Not Worried, Twins branding, “DLo Stans”, a game and more. This epis…

As the Timberwolves work their way through the season and back to full-strength the team has become increasingly competitive! This week we focus on the steady improvement from youngsters Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels. Also, the Bally Sports broadcast change, the race to the bottom, insect eyes, a game and more. This episode of Wolvescast is s…

No deals, no problem! This podcast carries on despite the deadline drought. We talk about our feelings on potentially returning to Target Center this spring. Also an update on the Sinclair broadcasting debacle, a Minnesota Twins preview through the eyes of a Timberwolves fan, a Terry Porter deep dive, Jonathan Tjarks, a game and more. This episode …

With the NBA Trade Deadline less than a week away its time to consider who might be on the move and what players around the league the Wolves could target. Today’s show includes a special trade deadline mailbag segment. Would we trade Beasley? Which former Iowa Wolves have the most value? What if nothing happens? Also, Jaylen Nowell’s impressive we…

Mercifully the All-Star break is here. The Timberwolves will not play basketball for a week. The NBA is 50% through its regular season and we’ve used the occasion to bring Canis Hoopus contributor Jake Kelly onto the podcast. We assess the carnage of the first half and ponder what might be upcoming for the team. Also Jake’s history with the team, s…

For the second straight February Gersson Rosas has made big changes to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ryan Saunders has been replaced by Chris Finch and we spend a large portion of the show discussing it. Why did the change happen now? Why did they hire outside the organization? Who is Chris Finch? What will be different? Also, Beasley’s suspension, r…

As a Timberwolves fan we occasionally need to check in with each other and wonder “are we worried?” On this week’s show we ponder our anxiety around topics like “are the Wolves cursed?”, “is KAT playing hurt?”, and “will Rosas make a panic trade?” Also D’Angelo’s knee injury, Rubio’s Revival, the All Star Game, a new meme, a game and more. This epi…

As they continue to sink further down the nba standings the Minnesota Timberwolves and their fans are rejoicing at the return of Karl Anthony Towns. We spend much of this podcast doing the very same thing! Also Beasley’s sentence, Naz and Nowell’s recent play, mailbag, the Tampa Buccaneers, a game and more! This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored b…

Another week of Timberwolves basketball is in the books and we’re here to break it all down AND celebrate a milestone episode of Wolvescast! This week we discuss the continued ascension of Anthony Edwards. Also the imminent return of Towns/Hernangomez, an Iowa Wolves update, frigid cold takes, Love finds love, a game and more! Thank you to everyone…

We’re already at the quarter mark of this strange season. Essentially everything that can go wrong has gone wrong for the Timberwolves. Canis Hoopus editor in chief Kyle Theige joins the podcast to assess the carnage. We talk about the bad (there’s a lot of it), the good, (there’s a little of it), and the future of the season. Also stick around for…

Beset by COVID absences and a tragic buzzer-beater loss, the Timberwolves continue to explore the rocky depths of their season. Unfortunately for longtime fans this is nothing new. We must podcast on! This week we analyze the worst week of the season. Also an update on the rookies, predicting the future, podcast recommendations, a game and more. Th…

With Karl Towns and Josh Okogie back in the fold the Wolves finally have their full roster available! This week we talk about how and why their all-NBA center makes everything better. Also, Russell’s media session, a deep dive on Terrell Brandon, WNBA cap sheets ,a game and more. This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by the NBA’s Updated COVID Pr…

Missing vital players, the Timberwolves are struggling to compete in the NBA. This week we discuss how to watch this incomplete team. Also Jarred Vanderbilt, an Iowa Wolves Update, ranking the best Timberwolves shooting guards, Kevin Harlan, a game and more. This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Extra Wide Headbands Links: Report: Iowa Wolves …

The regular season has begun! Good things have happened! Bad things have happened! On today’s show we talk about our impressions of the team through the first week. Also injuries, Anthony Edwards, frosty Cold Takes, empathy, Tom Hanneman, a game and more. This episode of Wolvescast is sponsored by Timberwolves Trigger Warning Links: What's with all…

The longest running game show tradition in Timberwolves podcasting history is BACK! The brothers Olstad go head to head in a game of Jeopardy. Robert returns to host the show and simultaneously audition to be Trebek’s replacement. With the all-time series tied at 2-2 who will take the lead? Will it be a three-peat for Scott or a return to glory for…

With the Timberwolves season tipping off in less than a week we had to bring on Canis Hoopus’ own John Meyer to chat about the upcoming campaign. We wrote down a long list of questions we have about how the team will play this year and tried to answer as many as possible! How will their most important players fit together? How will the FSN broadcas…

With only a few days until the Wolves put on their jerseys and play basketball again other teams, we’re getting ready for a season unlike any other. This week on the podcast we talk about the newly released team schedule and what it tells us about this truly unique year. Also, front office changes, a training camp update, mailbag, FSN/Sinclair broa…