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Howl HistoryMore Gobert Analysis: Continuing the discussion about the Rudy Gobert trade and what it means for the WolvesDerek and Chad are still buzzing about the Rudy Gobert trade one week after the initial announcement are are back to share more thoughts. Where does Rudy rank among the league's best players? Where will the Wolves land in the standings this season? How screwed are the Lakers? And why the future of the Wolves might hinge as much on Jaden McDaniels as any other player.
2022-07-081h 08Howl HistoryEMERGENCY POD!!! The Timberwolves have traded for Rudy Gobert!!!It's Howl History's first ever emergency podcast episode as the Timberwolves shocked the NBA world by trading five players, four picks, and a pick swap for RUDY GOBERT!!! Who's outgoing, who's left, and where do we go from here? Derek and Chad cover it all.
WOLVES BACK BABY!!!
2022-07-021h 01Howl HistoryReckless Speculation: A 2022 free agency primer (and NBA Draft recap)The offseason is in full swing and it's about to get busier. The Wolves have three new rookies and brought back Taurean Prince, and now it's time to blow up the roster (but not really). Murray, Gobert, Hartenstein, Tyus, JaVale, and Monk are all discussed, as well as how the Timberwolves even find playing time for the 14 players already on the roster.
2022-06-2955 minHowl HistoryThe DLo Conversation: How does D’Angelo Russell compare to other max players?The DLo rumors are heating up as both he and the Wolves are going "shopping" so it was time to take a break from our regularly scheduled programming to, once again, evaluate Russell's value throughout the league. Of the 37 players that DLo could legally be traded straight-up for, where would he rank?
2022-06-1544 minHowl HistoryTimberwolves Competitive Analysis (SW Division)Derek and Chad are back to continue checking in with the rest of the league. Where do they stand? Which players aren't going anywhere and which ones might be available? Do the Wolves have anything they might want?
Today's episode evaluates the Southwest Division: Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, New Orleans Pelicans, Dallas Mavericks, and Memphis Grizzlies. We even had some breaking Wolves front-office news happen while recording with the signing of Matt Lloyd.
2022-06-061h 11Howl HistoryTimberwolves Competitive Analysis (Atlantic Division)Derek and Chad are back to continue checking in with the rest of the league. Where do they stand? Which players aren't going anywhere and which ones might be available? Do the Wolves have anything they might want?
Today's episode evaluates the Atlantic Division: New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, and and the Boston Celtics.
2022-05-301h 10Howl HistoryTimberwolves Competitive Analysis (Central Division)Derek and Chad are back to continue checking in with the rest of the league. Where do they stand? Which players aren't going anywhere and which ones might be available? Do the Wolves have anything they might want?
Today's episode evaluates the Central Division: Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Included is the all-important Zach LaVine trade conversation.
2022-05-261h 01Howl HistoryTimberwolves Competitive Analysis (SE Division)Now that Derek and Chad have taken a good hard look at the state of the Wolves roster, it's time to check in with the rest of the league. Where do they stand? Which players aren't going anywhere and which ones might be available? Do the Wolves have anything they might want?
Today's episode evaluates the Southeast Division: Orlando Magic, Washington Wizards, Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks, and Miami Heat.
2022-05-1952 minHowl HistoryBack in the Saddle: Examining free agency and trade candidates for the 2022-23 WolvesWith the 2021-22 Timberwolves season behind us, Derek and Chad are getting a head start on looking forward to next year's team. Do the Wolves need a new starting power forward? Will they trade DLo? How do we replace PatBev when he doesn't have any miles left on his tires? We attempted to answer these questions with actual named targets that the Wolves might pursue this off-season. All possibilities are discussed ranging from Zach LaVine to Christian Wood to ... Aaron Holiday?
2022-05-161h 00Howl HistoryWolves 2022 Recap (Part 3): Roster Stock Watch FinaleWhat did we learn about the Timberwolves players over the past nine months? Are we more encouraged or less encouraged? Where do we think they're going next? Chad and Derek attempt to answer these questions as they review the 2022 Timberwolves season.
In the season recap series finale they dive into the performances of Patrick Beverley, Jarred Vanderbilt, Malik Beasley, Naz Reid, Jaylen Nowell, and Jordan McLaughlin.
2022-05-121h 17Howl HistoryWolves 2022 Recap (Part 2): Roster Stock WatchWhat did we learn about the Timberwolves players over the past nine months? Are we more encouraged or less encouraged? Where do we think they're going next? Chad and Derek attempt to answer these questions as they review the 2022 Timberwolves season.
In this episode they dive into the team as a whole, Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, D'Angelo Russell, and Jaden McDaniels.
2022-05-0951 minHowl HistoryWolves 2022 Recap (Part 1): Comparing the Wolves roster to 1980s movie charactersWhat do Maverick, Marty McFly, and John McClane have in common? They are all relatable to current members of the Timberwolves roster! In this episode of Howl History, Chad and Derek picked a character from a 1980s movie to relate to each member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Come for Tony Montana, stay for Boba Fett.
2022-05-0543 minHowl HistoryWolves Back: It’s Playoff Basketball, Baby!Wolves back, Howl History back, everybody is back! The Wolves are deep into a playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies, so that means Derek and Chad are back in your ear holes to discuss the conclusion of the regular season and the previous five playoff games before going into what this offseason might look like. WOLVES BACK!!!
2022-04-281h 18Howl HistoryDon’t Worry, Be Happy: Preparing for the Wolves Stretch RunTrade deadlines, contract extensions, wins, losses, All-Star games, three-point contests, and more. It has been a busy period since the last episode of Howl History, but Derek and Chad (AKA "Phoebe") are here to get excited about the remaining 23 games of the 2021-22 season and project how things will play out from here.
2022-02-241h 03Howl HistoryTake a look at yourself and make a change: Examining the Wolves history at the trade deadlineTimberwolves history is always interesting, sometimes frustrating, and occasionally inspiring. The Timberwolves history at the trade deadline is no different. Googs, Laettner, Marbury, RoCo, and more! Join us as we examine each deal and talk about what was, what is, and what could have been.
2022-01-2756 minHowl HistoryEye of the Tiger: Looking into the future for the 2022 TimberwolvesHowl History is back for Season 3! Your favorite hosts, Derek and Chad, are back for 2022 to take a look not only at the state of this year's Wolves, but also look deep into the future. What do the finances look like? Can the Wolves re-sign DLo? What would a super-max for KAT do to the bottom line? And how does that all affect the strategy for this year's trade deadline? Join us for answers to all these questions and more!
2022-01-201h 11Howl HistoryDon‘t Turn Around: The Wolves are good again?In an episode of tangents, Derek and Chad discuss the Wolves improved play as well as the recent five-game losing streak. They also compare Karl-Anthony Towns to Patrick Ewing and Kirk Cousins to Carmelo Anthony. Derek also made Chad finally have "the Jaden McDaniels conversation."
2021-12-181h 15Howl HistoryTubthumping: The Wolves are making waves throughout the NBAWe thought the Wolves were down, but we were wrong! After a brief Covid-induced break Chad and Derek are back to joyously celebrate the suddenly red-hot Timberwolves. They recap the recent run of victories and share their favorite moments from the recent stretch.
Derek also berates Chad for his unfortunate habit of leaving games early.
2021-12-021h 00Howl HistoryHouse of Pain: Examining the disappointing start to the Wolves seasonThe Minnesota Timberwolves started 3-1 and then things fell apart. What happened, what can be done, and where is this team going?
2021-11-111h 29Howl HistoryAnd then a hero comes along: Reacting to the Wolves opening night victoryThe 2021-22 Timberwolves season got off to a hot start with a 124-106 victory over the Houston Rockets and Howl History is back to talk about it. The good (ANT and KAT!), the not so good (D-Lo and Naz), and the bad (Houston, yuck).
2021-10-2257 minHowl HistoryJumper: Bold predictions for the 2021 TimberwolvesDerek and Chad go out on a ledge with some bold predictions for the upcoming season. Predicted trades, new team records, surprise starters, MVP votes, and more!
2021-10-141h 16Howl HistoryThe Sign: Are the Timberwolves ready for a leap? Plus 2021 prop bets and player previews part three.Derek and Chad recap the Wolves smothering defense in the first preseason game of 2021 and debate how much is sustainable. They also react to player and team prop bets for the upcoming season and finish previewing the roster with thoughts on Taurean Prince, Patrick Beverley, Malik Beasley, D'Angelo Russell, and Karl-Anthony Towns.
2021-10-071h 30Howl HistoryI Wish I Was a Little Bit Taller: Timberwolves Media Day Reactions and Roster Preview Part TwoThe Timberwolves' 2021 media day has come and gone so Derek and Chad are back to recap the event. Players got taller, defenses are changing, there are new owners, and Sachin Gupta is now calling the shots.
They then continued their preview of the team's roster by discussing Leandro Bolmaro, Jake Layman, Josh Okogie, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Anthony Edwards.
2021-09-301h 11Howl HistoryWhat‘s Going On?! The Timberwolves part ways with Gersson RosasDerek and Chad interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to tackle the shocking news that the Minnesota Timberwolves have relieved Gersson Rosas of his positions as President of Basketball Operations. What the move means, why it happened, what comes next, and who is most impacted are covered as they attempt to unpack a crazy day.
2021-09-2352 minHowl HistoryTimberwolves 2021 Roster Preview (Part One)Barring an unforeseen trade the Wolves 2021 roster is set, so Derek and Chad got together to discuss expectations and hopes for the upcoming season. In part one we covered Jaylen Nowell, Naz Reid, Jordan McLaughlin, and Jaden McDaniels.
2021-09-161h 21Howl HistoryOh My God We‘re Back Again: Looking at a potential Ben Simmons trade through the lens of past deals by the Wolves and Daryl MoreyDerek and Chad are back and ready to deep dive, again, into Ben Simmons trade rumors. But this time the duo looked back at all the major trades in Timberwolves history, all of the deals made in Gerson Rosas' tenure, and even examined Daryl Morey's trade history with Houston and Philadelphia to find any hints as to how this all might turn out. Also discussed were Ant's growth, Lore's magic, and Valleyfair.
2021-09-031h 27Howl HistoryKings for a Day: Suggestions for How to Make the NBA Better and a Review of Felton SpencerIt's the dog days of the NBA Summer, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to talk about! Derek and Chad are back to present eight ideas for how to make the NBA a better, and more enjoyable product. They also spent a few minutes talking about Felton Spencer and looking at the type of player the Wolves drafted in 1990.
2021-08-271h 01Howl HistoryToday, we spell "redemption" ... G-E-R-S-O-N: Patrick Beverly Trade ReactionsDerek and Chad are back to respond to the Wolves recent trade for Patrick Beverly, NBA Summer League, more Ben Simmons rumors, and the Vegas over/under line for the 2021-22 season. Come for the Wolves talk, stay for ... even more Wolves talk!
2021-08-191h 05Howl HistoryI'll Be Missing You: 2021 NBA Draft Night RecapDerek and Chad get together to say goodbye to Ricky Rubio, again, and wrap up all the surprises of Draft Night 2021. Is Taurean Prince the answer? Who won the Russell Westbrook deal? And what were the biggest surprises of draft night? We answer these questions and more!
2021-07-3059 minHowl HistoryNo Scrubs: A roundup of NBA and Timberwolves news and a visit to the 1990 NBA preseasonDerek and Chad are back to recap the week that was for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Injuries, resignations, olympics, and rumors are all swirling as the NBA Finals progress and the NBA Draft nears. In "90s Notes" they also travelled back to the 1990 preseason to recap some crazy games, including Ahmad Rashad's one and only career NBA appearance.
2021-07-1457 minHowl HistoryAt a Crossroads: Comparing the Wolves roster to the Western Conference Champion SunsIn this week's episode of Howl History Derek and Chad examined the current state of the Wolves' roster and how it stacks up to the new champions of the western conference, the Phoenix Suns. Can Towns and Edwards become Booker and Ayton? Can McDaniels become Minnesota's version of Mikal Bridges? How big of a gap is there between D'Angelo Russell and Chris Paul? And once again, how can the Wolves fill the hole at power forward?
Also, enjoy the introduction of "90s Notes" where Chad find modern equivalents for the 1990-91 Wolves roster so we can have a...2021-07-021h 18Howl HistoryNBA Draft Lottery Instant ReactionsDerek and Chad got together for a Tuesday night recording to respond to the NBA Draft Lottery, discuss offseason trade and free agency targets for the Timberwolves, and talk through all the recent rumblings in NBA land.
2021-06-231h 28Howl HistoryMount Up: The 1990 Timberwolves OffseasonDerek and Chad are back at it! This week they explore the 1990 offseason for our favorite NBA team, the Minnesota Timberwolves. The NBA Draft, free agency, staff changes, and front office feuds ... all in the setting of a brand new arena!
2021-06-111h 08Howl HistoryRedrafting the NBA: Part TwoDerek and Chad continue the exercise of redrafting the NBA from top to bottom with round two. Listen along and help identify the best, and worst, two-man pairings created and then let us know your thoughts! LeBron and Draymond? Jimmy Butler and Klay Thompson? Anthony Edwards and ... gasp ... LaMelo Ball?!?!?! It's madness I tell you. MADNESS!!!
2021-06-041h 25Howl HistoryRedrafting the NBA: Part OneDerek and Chad pull out a fan favorite by redrafting all 30 teams in a fantasy basketball style process. If we threw out contracts and team history, who would be the first player chosen? Where would LeBron go? Would any Timberwolves go in the first round? What's more important: youth, talent, or position?
In part one we drafted the first round, 1-30, and attempted to answer all of these questions.
2021-05-281h 39Howl HistoryMamma Mia! Here We Go AgainDerek and Chad are BACK as Season Two of Howl History kicks off. Your hosts check in on what has happened in Wolves-land since we last met, talk up Anthony Edwards' unprecedented growth and trajectory, and discuss the upcoming NBA play-in tournament and what it means for the league.
2021-05-141h 25Howl HistorySaved By The Bell: Closing Season One By Previewing the 2021 Trade DeadlineDerek and Chad close out season one of Howl History by discussing the team's recent strong play, the emergence of Anthony Edwards, and trade rumors for John Collins and Aaron Gordon. They have a spirited discussion about team building strategies and the merits of trading away draft picks. They even discuss the merits of starting a Saved By The Bell podcast!
2021-03-191h 16Howl HistoryWe're All Out of Bubble Gum: Recapping the 1989-90 Timberwolves SeasonDerek and Chad combine childhood passions by comparing the 1989-90 Minnesota Timberwolves to classic WWF wrestlers. Hulk Hogan, Ultimate Warrior, Randy Savage, Roddy Piper ... and the Gobbledy Gooker? They're all right here!
2021-03-1255 minHowl HistoryIt's not me, it's you: Fake trade ideas for the 2021 TimberwolvesWith only three weeks until the 2021 NBA trade deadline, Derek and Chad attempt to start fixing the Minnesota Timberwolves by coming up with a series of fake trades. Deals range from simple 2-player swaps all the way to a 4-team, 17-player blockbuster. Nobody is safe!
2021-03-051h 11Howl HistoryIstanbul (Not Constantinople): The second half of the Timberwolves Inaugural SeasonDerek and Chad walk through the second half of the 1989-90 Timberwolves season and realize that there is more than one parallel from then and now. Fourth quarter collapses, close losses, strong play at home, abysmal play on the road, and some bonkers individual stat lines. Come for the Steve Johnson slander, stay for some all-time pettiness by Bill Musselman.
2021-02-261h 08Howl HistoryDesignated Survivor: Who would you protect from an expansion draft?Derek and Chad debate who should be the eight players from the Wolves roster protected if the league ever has another expansion draft. Some choices are clear, but some big names end up getting left off of their lists, and Chad ALMOST makes a decision that causes the end of a friendship and Howl History as we know it.
2021-02-1959 minHowl HistoryRoller Coaster Tycoon: The ups and downs of the first half of the Wolves‘ first seasonChad and Derek discuss the roller coaster of events that took place during the Timberwolves' first half-season ever. Trades, benchings, rookies, career-games, grudge matches, winning streaks, and losing streaks all make an appearance. Even our favorite color commentator, Jim Peterson, has a part during one of the better games of the year.
2021-02-1249 minHowl HistoryIt's Just a Flesh Wound: How bad off ARE the 2021 Timberwolves?Chad and Derek get back together to evaluate the Wolves after another rough stretch of games. They touch on surprises (McDaniels and Vanderbilt), disappointments (Rubio and Saunders), irritants (Russell), and the team MVP so far (Beasley).
2021-02-0532 minHowl HistoryRare Air: Watching the Wolves first home game everDerek and Chad watch the Wolves first home game ever on YouTube against Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls and commentate on the proceedings. Bill Musselman is a Bond villain, Scott Roth is Nikola Jokic's doppelgänger, and Tony Campbell goes off.
2021-01-291h 31Howl HistoryWould You Rather: Having Fun By Exploring Wolves FandomDerek and Chad distract themselves from the dumpster fire that is the 2021 Wolves season by asking some tough questions, such as: Would you rather fight three Corey Brewers or one Nikola Pekovic? Would you rather watch a Kevin Garnett sized JJ Barea or a JJ Barea sized Kevin Garnett? And most importantly, would you rather get to cheer for one championship and decades of lottery appearances, or a generation of sustained success (but no titles).
2021-01-221h 21Howl HistoryAvengers ... Assemble: How the Timberwolves chose their very first rosterDerek and Chad complete their journey through the 1989 offseason by exploring free agent signings, training camp story lines, and preseason results. Highlights include three ... THREE! ... camp holdouts, a trade, tampering accusations, and the Italian Donald Trump.
2021-01-151h 18Howl HistoryThe Happiness Ratio: Checking in on the 2020 WolvesDerek and Chad watch the Wolves take on the Portland TrailBlazers and discuss the, mostly disappointing, season so far. While the record may have been predictable, the way they achieved it has been ... disappointing.
2021-01-081h 29Howl HistorySemi-Pro: The Expansion and Rookie Drafts of 1989Derek and Chad break out the wayback machine for a trip to 1989 and deep dive into the NBA Expansion Draft between the Wolves and Orlando Magic and the '89 Rookie Draft. Shinders and NBA Jam are also referenced in this episode, so you know it has to be good.
2021-01-011h 18Howl HistoryMerry Christmas! Game 1 instant reactions and season-long prop betsDerek and Chad jump on to give some instant reactions to the Wolves opening night victory over the Detroit Pistons and then talk through some pre-season prop bets and how the Wolves stack up against similar teams in the league. Merry Christmas, everybody!
2020-12-251h 08Howl HistoryIt's the Final Countdown: Recapping the 2020 PreseasonBefore the real games begin, Derek and Chad jump on to discuss the Wolves' condensed three-game preseason, who has impressed so far, and Luka Doncic's whining.
2020-12-1841 minHowl HistoryAssembling a Staff: The Hiring of Billy McKinney and Bill MusselmanAs we approach real basketball, Derek and Chad touch on the Wolves and Scott Layden parting ways and then continue examining the Wolves' history by exploring the first two hirings ever: Billy McKinney as Director of Player Personnel and Bill Musselman as Head Coach.
2020-12-141h 04Howl HistoryThe Beginning: How The Timberwolves Came to MinnesotaAfter briefly touching on the Rudy Tomjanovich hiring and "media week" for the Wolves, Derek and Chad take a trip down memory lane and explore the Wolves' deep past. From 1926-1987, they examine Harv & Marv's history, a failed attempt to bring the Utah Jazz to the Twin Cities, applying for an expansion franchise, and how Gordon Gund almost ruined it all.
2020-12-071h 14Howl HistoryLet's Get It StartedIn the inaugural episode of Howl History, Derek and had discuss the Timberwolves offseason and then conduct a fantasy draft to see who can assemble the best team using nothing but current and former Timberwolves players.
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