The Dane Moore NBA Podcast

On today’s show, we run through the final 2 minutes and 18 seconds of the Timberwolves eventual loss to the Phoenix Suns on Monday night. Specifically how Karl-Anthony Towns was going off in the fourth quarter but could not get a single shot off in the final 138 seconds. Topics include:— Play-by-play going through the final 2:18 of the game— How the Wolves offense does not flow through Towns, D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Edwards the same way the Suns’ offense doesn’t flow through Chris Paul, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton— How KAT, DLo and Ant discussing how to handle late game situations— Edwards’ worst offensive game and best defensive game of the season happening simultaneously— Finch dropping the rotation down to eight players, and really seven after Josh Okogie got hurt in the second quarter— Looking ahead to the Sacramento Kings matchup, and why that needs to be a game the Wolves get back on track for 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.

On today’s show, Dane reacts to Saturday’s loss to the Los Angeles Clippers and recaps the weekend’s back to back. We start by taking a lay of the land 12 games into the season, noting how the Wolves defense has crashed to the bottom of the league in November while the offense just has not been able to take steps forward. We also discuss how much the broken roster construction is impacting the perception of Chris Finch while the losses pile up. And we discuss how the Clippers again used their blueprint for slowing down Karl-Anthony Towns, and how teams around the league may use this blueprint nightly against the Wolves until the shooting surrounding KAT comes around. Also some stray notes on Jaden McDaniels biggest offensive output of the season in a new role off the bench. And finally we look ahead to Monday’s matchup against the Phoenix Suns. 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.

On today’s show, Dane reacts to Anthony Edwards’ 48-point performance against the Warriors that proved to not be enough, given the lack of support he received and Andrew Wiggins going off for 35 on the other side of the floor. Topics today include:— First 6-game losing streak since Ed Davis, Juancho Hernangomez and Jarrett Culver were starting for the Wolves— Why this Wolves roster provides hope given its undeniable talent, but a scary kind of hope because the results are no different— Ant’s “absolutely perfect” game, given his shot selection, according to Chris Finch— Wiggins goes off, because of course he does— How Chris Finch continues to search for what aren’t really solution around the Big 3, and instead just better problems— What might be able to change in a weekend against the Lakers and Clippers 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.

On today's show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson of MinnPost to discuss Britt's Tuesday column on the Wolves-related dread that is sinking in after the Wolves losing streak extended to five games after Monday's loss. How much are each of the Wolves main contributors responsible and what might they do to inspire change going forward? 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.

On today’s show, Dane rattles through what went into the Timberwolves losing a 16-point lead with 7 and a half minutes remaining in the game. A play by play run through of how the Wolves offense ran out of flow and how Ja Morant took over for the Grizzlies. Topics include:— The insane final 7.5 minutes of the game, where the Wolves lead slowly dwindled as chaos ensued in the final minute of the game— Karl-Anthony Towns and the perhaps flawed idea that it is possible to “execute” a flow-based offensive system in late-game situations + why it makes sense that these Wolves haven’t yet found flow— What D’Angelo Russell’s return to the lineup meant for the Wolves offense— The KAT + Naz Reid pairing in the frontcourt + what Naz provides offensively that Josh Okogie and Jarred Vanderbilt do not 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.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.