The Dane Moore NBA Podcast

On today’s show, Dane digs into another Timberwolves loss to the Clippers, the Wolves fourth consecutive loss. We discuss why this team feels like it needs D’Angelo Russell as a means to help their seemingly broken offense. As the Wolves flounder more and more questions arise about the many imbalances in the way this roster is constructed. Topics today include:— Why D’Angelo Russell would help limit Karl-Anthony Towns double teams and open up the offense— The Wolves halfcourt offense completely stalling— Anthony Edwards needing to attack more, and being the only player on the roster who even can attack more— Taurean Prince starts + the Wolves power forward carousel— Should Malik Beasley be in the starting lineup going forward?— A four-game home losing streak before a four-game road trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane reacts to Wednesday’s loss to the Clippers and reflects on the quality of the Wolves’ opponents through the first seven games of the season. We dig into why a 3-4 record is currently underwhelming, and how the Clippers used the same blueprint against the Wolves as the Magic did. Topics include:— What the quality of the Wolves opponents thus far says about the 3-4 record to start the season— Where the Clippers attacked the Wolves defense to go wild from deep + how the Wolves can mend that breakage— A new starting lineup with D’Angelo Russell hurt + the offensive role of Josh Okogie and Jarred Vanderbilt when they’re in at power forward— Patrick Beverley’s big game against his old team + the costly technical and turnovers committed late Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Britt Robson of MinnPost joins the show to discuss where the Timberwolves stand after their loss to the Orlando Magic, dropping their record to 3-3. Dane and Britt dive into why the offense should improve and why the defense has been a point of pride thus far. They also discuss the fallout from D'Angelo Russell's injury, Chris Finch's new power position within the organization and why the double-header against the Clippers represents an inflection point in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, we have instant takeaways from the Timberwolves 18-point loss to the Orlando Magic Monday night, dipping the Wolves’ record to 3-3 on the season. The loss brought questions about shot selection and the season’s first installment of the injury bug. Topics discussed include:— How this loss felt a lot like “The Old Wolves”— Again raising the question: Does KAT need to be shooting more?— Why the Wolves shot selection suggests an offensive burst should be coming— The first bad defensive game in a season where the defense has exceeded expectations— Injury fallout, and what will change if Patrick Beverley, D’Angelo Russell or Naz Reid have to miss time with their injuries— The KAT and Naz pairing resurfacing— How Orlando played good chess, exploiting the Wolves defensive scheme and shooting shortcomings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane brings immediate reactions from the Timberwolves 93-91 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. We dig into the Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards and D’Angelo Russell all struggling, while Malik Beasley appeared to get his rhythm back. And then we look ahead to what could be a trap game against a big Orlando Magic team on Monday. Topics include:— KAT + Ant + DLo combine to score 42 points, and why the Wolves offense needs to call KAT’s number more often— Beasley catches a rhythm, making six 3s in the loss— Beasley’s growth as a defender, and why he is key to the Wolves finding their ceiling— Looking ahead to Monday’s matchup against a young but physically imposing Orlando Magic team, and why that game’s result will indicate what direction the Wolves are moving in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane recaps the Timberwolves road victory over the Milwaukee Bucks and what Anthony Edwards and Chris Finch had to say about the victory after the game. Topics on today include:— The Wolves responding after Ant’s mini blowup following the loss to the Pelicans— D’Angelo Russell taking advantage of a Bucks roster without Brook Lopez and Jrue Holiday, who couldn’t slow him down from midrange— Jarred Vanderbilt moving into the starting lineup, guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo and putting together a rebounding highlight reel— How the rotation completely changed with Vanderbilt in as a starter, and what this might mean for Josh Okogie going forward— Why the Wolves have a chance to begin the season 4-1 by taking advantage of a Nuggets team who is off to a shaky start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson of MinnPost to discuss his column on the brilliance of Karl-Anthony Towns’ game and the return of the annoyance that comes with Towns’ fighting with the refs. Dane and Britt hit a variety of topics that cover the first three games, including:— How KAT’s early frustration with the refs defined the Wolves third game of the season, a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans— Anthony Edwards’ growing role of a leader on the team— The Wolves opportunity in Milwaukee on Wednesday, and how they might matchup with the Bucks— Using numbers and eye test to judge the Wolves defense thus far— The throes and benefits of an 11-man rotation— Things we projected this offseason that have not proven to be accurate thus far this season— D’Angelo Russell’s struggles thus far Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane reacts to a chaotic Wolves loss to the New Orleans Pelicans and the leadership dynamic taking form in the Timberwolves. We get into how the play of Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards and D’Angelo Russell — the team’s three best players — is beginning to shape the team’s identity. Topics include:— Anthony Edwards placing the blame on himself, KAT and DLo for the lack of rhythm the Wolves are playing with— Ant’s growing leadership role on the team— KAT again struggling with the refs— Finch searching for scoring and rebounding simultaneously, and thus far not finding it— Patrick Beverley’s role as not only a leader and defender but the importance of his shooting and rebounding on a team that needs it— Previewing Wednesday’s matchup against the surprisingly small Milwaukee Bucks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Dane brings instant reactions from the Timberwolves second victory of the season, detailing what went right against the Pelicans and what still remains a work in progress. Topics include:— Karl-Anthony Towns back playing like the dominant offensive center he was two seasons ago— KAT fouls out, and his history of foul trouble, particularly as it relates to offensive fouls— Patrick Beverley makes his debut, and brings the juice defensively— First signs of the lack of balance on the roster, in terms of both size and players being one-dimensional— Why Jordan McLaughlin was the Forgotten Star of tonight’s game— Jaden McDaniels’ low-usage role next to KAT, Ant and DLo, and how McDaniels’ offensive impact connects to where his 3-point percentage shakes out at— What to look for in the rematch against New Orleans on Monday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, after a preseason of many questions, Dane brings immediate takeaways from the Timberwolves opening night victory over the Houston Rockets. Topics today include:— The Anthony Edwards ShowDetailing how Ant seems to be on the brink of something special. And why this seemingly imminent explosion isn’t coming from nowhere, but instead just the next step in his progression— Josh Okogie Starts And Sets The Defensive ToneAfter a summer of questions about who would be the Wolves fifth starter, Okogie got the nod and showed why he is critical to laying a defensive foundation— A Game Of Passing The Offensive Baton From KAT to Ant to DLoHow the Timberwolves offense moved through KAT early, to the Ant Show in the second quarter and to D’Angelo Russell in the second half— Why Malik Beasley Was Tonight’s Forgotten Star— Looking Ahead To The Next Two Games Against The Pelicans And The Debut Of Patrick Beverley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices