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Dane Moore interviews experts from around the league on the state of the Minnesota Timberwolves and latest NBA news.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 7min
Ranking The Best/Worst Playoff Matchups For The Wolves w/ Jace Frederick
On today's show, Dane is joined by Wolves beat writer Jace Frederick from the St. Paul Pioneer Press to discuss the best/worst playoff matchups for the Wolves in the Western Conference. Dane and Jace start the episode by ranking playoff matchups before discussing some themes from the Wolves blowout win over the Jazz on sunday night. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Ranking best/worst playoff matchups for the Wolves between OKC, HOU, DEN, MEM. LAL and GSW (2:00)- Ant setting the tone with a big night against a lesser opponent (33:00)- Jaylen Clark earning a role and being the Wolves' latest player development win (38:00)- Conley rests, DDV starts + the minutes the Wolves play without a traditional PG (48:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out Factor Meals at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast and use code "FACTORPODCAST"-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 2025 • 1h 27min
The Wolves Have Won 7 In A Row w/ Kyle Theige
On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige to discuss the Wolves win over the Orlando Magic and what is now a 7-game winning streak for the Wolves since Julius Randle returned from injuries. Dane and Kyle talk about the 4th quarter comeback, what's been fueling the offense and some potential concerns about matching up with a very physical team in the playoffs. Specific topics and timestamps below...- The 4th quarter comeback + Energy play becoming contagious (1:00)- The Wolves have shot over 40% from 3 in each game of the winning streak. What's behind the uptick? (23:00)- Finch's coaching style of sticking to his guns (43:00)- Orlando's physicality + What playoff matchup could physicality come into play? (1:06:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out Factor Meals at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast and use code "FACTORPODCAST"-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 6min
Why The Wolves Have The Nuggets Number w/ Britt Robson
On today's show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson from MinnPost to discuss the Wolves' convincing win over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. Dane and Britt get into why it is that the Wolves appear to have the Nuggets' number. Also plenty of discussion on the growing chemistry between Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle. Then finally getting into the numbers and some theme from what is now a six-game winning streak for the Wolves. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Why the Wolves have Denver's number (1:00)- The growing chemistry between Edwards and Randle + Their understanding of their roles (24:00)- Themes from the Wolves' 6-game winning streak (44:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out Factor Meals at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 5min
Drafting The Wolves Schedule For The Rest Of The Season + Dillingham, Randle + The Denver Matchup w/ Chris Hine
On today's show, Dane is joined by Wolves beat writer Chris Hine from the Star Tribune to do a draft of the Wolves schedule the rest of the season. Dane and Chris go back and forth drafting the Wolves most likely wins for the rest of the season as a way to discuss what the quality of competition will be for the rest of the season. Also some conversation on Julius Randle's health journey this season, Rob Dillingham's rookie season and the Denver matchup on Wednesday. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Drafting the Wolves final 16 games of their schedule (2:00)- Randle playing well, and being healthier than he's been all season (25:00)- Dillingham no longer in the rotation + reflecting on his rookie season (36:00)- The Denver matchup (51:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out Factor Meals at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 8min
How The Wolves Looked In Gobert's Return + Randle's Playmaking Evolving w/ Jace Frederick
On today's show, Dane is joined by Wolves beat writer Jace Frederick from the St. Paul Pioneer Press to discuss the Wolves win over San Antonio on Sunday night. Being as this was Rudy Gobert's first game in nearly a month, a lot of the focus of the episode is on how the Wolves looked and functioned with Gobert in the mix. Also plenty of talk about Randle's playmaking and the weapon it has become. Specific topics and timestamps below...- The Wolves (and Randle) learning how to play around Randle's playmaking (4:00)- Gobert's return + What changed with Gobert back in the lineup (24:00)- Conley playing a lot better of late (46:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out Factor Meals at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 38min
The McDaniels Revelation + The Final Chapter Of The Season w/ Britt Robson
On today's show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson from MinnPost to discuss the evolution of Jaden McDaniels' game over the last month and what is ahead in the final chapter of the season for the Wolves. A lot of focus on McDaniels in this one, along with the three players who have come back from injury or are set to comeback from injury and how that might impact the rest of the team. Specific topics and timestamps below...- McDaniels thrives in Charlotte + How his offensive game has evolved over the last month (1:00)- The impact of McDaniels playing a new defensive role (22:00)- Randle's more all-around game + A Jeff Teague comp (29:00)- DiVincenzo leveling up + The point guard position (42:00)- Why do Finch's offense's make a leap midway through the season? (58:00)- The externalities of the Gobert reintegration (1:10:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 15min
How The Returns of DiVincenzo and Randle Impact The Wolves w/ Kyle Theige
On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige to discuss what we have seen in the returns of Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle. Also conversation on what the Wolves new rotation is looking like now that key pieces have returned from injury. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Where DiVincenzo's impact has shown + the future of the PG position (2:00)- What we've seen from Randle in his two games since returning (22:00)- How is the new rotation working? (41:00)- NAW's big game, hid skill development + ability to play some PG (47:00)- Some strength of schedule and standings talk (59:00) If you'd like to support our partners...-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/ -- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 31min
Ant's Ejection/Suspension + Themes From The Loss In LA w/ Kyle Theige
On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige to discuss the Wolves' loss to the Lakers on Thursday night. Dane and Kyle focus the beginning of this episode on Anthony Edwards' ejection and subsequent suspension before getting into some other themes from the loss -- including Terrence Shannon Jr. and Donte DiVincenzo being bright spots. Also some conversation on Jaylen Clark receiving a new contract. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Ant's ejection/suspension + The Wolves' relationship w/ the refs (1:00)- Shannon and DiVincenzo-in-his-return as bright spots in the loss (20:00)- Offensive struggles + why this was a "could have used Randle" game (41:00)- The Jaylen Clark and Bones Hyland signings (1:02:00)- Recapping the first week post-All Star break + Can they get the 6 seed? (1:15:00)If you'd like to support our partners...-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/-- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Locker Room After The OKC Win + Ant's Usage + Naz Reid's Future w/ Chris Hine
On today's show, Dane is joined by Wolves beat writer Chris Hine from the Minnesota Star Tribune. Chris was on site and in the locker room for the Wolves comeback win in Oklahoma City on Monday night, and described the vibe in the locker room after the game and what the players had to say. Also some conversation on Anthony Edwards, Naz Reid and the young vets now serving as mentors. Specific topics and timestamps below...- The vibe in the locker room after the win in OKC (1:00)- The Wolves' defensive formula against SGA (12:00)- Ant's usage + the fatigue factor (21:00)- Naz Reid's player option and what his next contract might look like (34:00)- The young vets showing the rookies the way (46:00)- Chris' rankings of the airports around the NBA (52:00)If you'd like to support our partners...-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/-- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 36min
The Wolves' Insane Comeback Win In OKC w/ Britt Robson
On today's show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson from MinnPost to discuss the Wolves' insane comeback win in Oklahoma City on Monday night. Dane and Britt focus the episode on the close of the game, and who closed the game for the Wolves. Also plenty of discussion about what reintegrating the injured pieces will look like later this week. Specific topics and timestamps below...- Who was on the floor, driving the Wolves' comeback (1:00)- Dillingham thriving, fitting in with the future pieces of the squad (22:00)- Gobert vs. Reid at the 5 + who Naz is playing like lately (30:00)- Ant's ability to elevate his game literally and figuratively late in game -- specifically on D (43:00)- The Wolves getting to the line driving the offense + Finch's comments on the officiating (53:00)- Reintegrating Randle, DiVincenzo and Gobert later this week (1:09:000If you'd like to support our partners...-- Try out our new sponsor WtrMln Wtr at Whole Foods or Target: https://drinkwtrmln.com/-- Contact Adrianna Lonick with Coldwell Banker Realty for a free consultation at: https://www.thedancingrealtor.com/ or call/text 715-304-9920-- For more information on Treasure Island Watch Parties, visit https://www.ticasino.com-- Try out SKIMS Men's underwear: https://skims.com/collections/menswear-- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/DANEMOORE and get on your way to being your best self.-- Get yourself a pair of Duer jeans for 20% by going to: https://www.shopduer.com/danemoore-- Contact Your Home Improvement Company: https://www.yourhomeimprovementco.com/-- Follow Falling Knife on Instagram for weekly schedule updates: https://www.instagram.com/fallingknifebc/-- Sign up for Prize Picks, promo code "DANE" for a signup bonus: https://www.prizepicks.com/-- Want to advertise on the show? Reach out to DaneMooreProductions@gmail.com-- Support the show by subscribing for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DaneMooreNBA-- #BlueWireVideo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.