If the New York Knicks put together a trade package for Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Karl-Anthony Towns, what might it look like? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down the potential offer, including concerns about the Julius Randle fit -- and excitement at the idea of Immanuel Quickley in a Wolves uniform. How many picks would the Knicks need to include in such a deal? Also, could the Timberwolves get Delon Wright from the Washington Wizards in an offseason deal to shore up the backup point guard spot? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnba and when ..read more

While it's easy to fixate on pending free agents Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, the Minnesota Timberwolves would do well to not get too hung up on simply bringing back "their guys." Ben Beecken discusses the concern with tunnel vision and the team convincing themselves into overpaying players that could be replaced at a similar (or lower) cost via free agency. Plus, a look at a few outside free agents that could fit the Wolves roster perfectly. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in th ..read more

The Minnesota Timberwolves will no doubt consider completing a Karl-Anthony Towns trade this summer. The Portland Trail Blazers own the No. 3 selection in a loaded draft, and the Blazers may also be looking for a star to pair with Damian Lillard. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores the potential fit of likely No. 3 pick Scoot Henderson on the Wolves roster, including the top skill that Henderson possesses that would fit the Timberwolves perfectly. Plus, concerns about the fit, and ultimately, whether or not he would make the deal. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts tha ..read more

Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly traded a massive haul of first-round draft picks in the Rudy Gobert trade, but the Wolves may still have a few more picks in their cache than one might expect. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) resets the draft pick situation for the Wolves, including future picks owed and acquired -- did you know that Connelly received three second-rounders back in the D'Angelo Russell-Mike Conley trade? Plus, a look at Naz Reid's free agency from an asset control standpoint. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, h ..read more

If the Minnesota Timberwolves re-sign free agent big man Naz Reid, it likely will indicate a future Karl-Anthony Towns trade, even if it isn't consummated until next summer. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why the Wolves' cap situation is tenuous, and while they could survive a season with both bigs (plus Rudy Gobert) still on the roster, things become much trickier for the Timberwolves just a year from now. Towns could be traded now, or the Wolves could wait and see what happens this season before making the ultimate decision next summer. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors ..read more

Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) is joined by Cyrus Saatsaz (@DogSurfRoadshow) of Locked On Warriors to discuss the viability of the Golden State Warriors as a potential landing spot in a hypothetical Karl-Anthony Towns trade. If the Warriors wanted KAT, what would they have to give up? Would depleting their depth be worth it for the Warriors, and what would the Wolves require in return for their superstar big man? Ben and Cyrus debate the possibility from all angles in this crossover episode. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and loo ..read more

Is it possible for the Minnesota Timberwolves to bring back Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker? The Wolves are already over the salary cap, but they have some room before hitting the dreaded luxury tax. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why it may be a mistake to stretch the budget to bring back both free agents, and why there could be two clearly differing macro paths for the Timberwolves to consider this offseason -- and the Karl-Anthony Towns trade question is certainly part of the calculus. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors ..read more

New Minnesota Timberwolves front office boss Tim Connelly sent out several players over the past year, including in the Rudy Gobert trade last offseason and the Mike Conley move at the trade deadline. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) takes a look at how they all performed this year, including in the playoffs. D'Angelo Russell and Malik Beasley both had mixed results with the Los Angeles Lakers, while Jarred Vanderbilt and another former Wolf and current Phoenix Sun Josh Okogie, both played well for their respective playoff teams. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit ..read more

Naz Reid had something of a breakout season for the Minnesota Timberwolves, but he's now an unrestricted free agent. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explains why it seems unlikely that Naz will return to the Wolves, starting with the amount of money he's reportedly seeking on the open market. Plus, if the Wolves entertain the idea of trading Karl-Anthony Towns, would Reid be a suitable semi-replacement at a much lower cost? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay ..read more

There are a variety of factors that could encourage the Minnesota Timberwolves to opt for a Karl-Anthony Towns trade sooner rather than later. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores some of those factors, from his salary increase that takes effect next year, to concerns about future fit with Rudy Gobert and potentially selling low next offseason. Also, reviewing Howard Beck's thoughts on Naz Reid's pending free agency. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Mo ..read more