Episodes
Host Marney Gellner and John Thomas go way back. They dive into Thomas' magical run on the 1997 Final Four Minnesota Gophers basketball team he captained, Marney asks about what it was like being picked 25th in the NBA draft and Thomas shares with us the impact George Floyd's death had on him and his community. Thomas also shares insights on Black History Month, Marney wonders what progress we have made and what more we can do, and lastly we share a laugh as Thomas presents his AMAZING Jar...
Published 02/15/22
In our longest interview in Wolves+ history, Karl-Anthony Towns gives us an incredible look at his entire life, from growing up in New Jersey to how his sister, Lachelle, inspired his basketball journey, Marney Gellner is there all along getting us the scoop on which veterans impacted his early career, the meanings behind his newly minted tattoos and showing us a never-before-seen side of KAT. Please enjoy this episode of one of the best Timberwolves in team history on Wolves+, Karl-Anthony...
Published 02/08/22
A-Rod and Marney Gellner talk about his high-school days alongside former Twins 1st basemen Doug Mientkiewicz, going from a #1 pick to World Series champion, and then Marney gives some advice for his first winter in Minnesota. We also get some insider info from his nephew Nick, Alex's thoughts on being a "girl dad", and of course we end with the Final 5!
Published 12/21/21
Wolves+ host Marney Gellner and Craig Kilborn talk about his underrated basketball career, interviewing athletes, KAT's game, and Craig’s passion for the Timberwolves. Hang with Marney, Craig and tune in for arguably our most entertaining Final Five yet!
Published 12/14/21
Micah Nori walks us through his journey to becoming an NBA assistant coach with Marney Gellner and talks tactics to building bonds with a new era of athletes. We learn about some of Micah’s quirks that you must stick around for. Then, of course, we end on the Final Five but not before unpacking his infamous halftime interviews.
Published 12/07/21
Marc Lore is many things; a father, a serial entrepreneur, and now he can add to his list a (soon-to-be) partial owner of the Timberwolves and Lynx franchises. Marney Gellner and Marc discuss his childhood out East, how his habits then lead to his success now and the pair also dive into his early startup successes. They also discuss Telosa, his mom being a bodybuilder, and what he and Alex Rodriguez have planned for the future.
Published 11/30/21
McKinley Wright IV was a standout at Champlin Park, a record setter at Colorado and now a member of the hometown Minnesota Timberwolves. Host Marney Gellner and Wright talk about his turbulent childhood, the recent surge in Minnesota basketball players receiving national acclaim and his path to the NBA. They also venture into a few NBA legend run-ins, what effect his dad serving a 10-year prison sentence had on him and of course we close out with the Final Five.
Published 11/23/21
Host Marney Gellner is joined by NBA veteran and Wolves guard Patrick Beverley. The pair talk about Pat's early years dominating the Chicago basketball seen, his infatuation with another Chicago great in Kevin Garnett and his many stopping points in his wide spanning professional basketball career. Marney also inquires about his keen fashion sense and Pat gives his thoughts on what he thinks of Minnesota before ending with the FINAL 5.
Published 11/16/21
Host Marney Gellner gets to know Chris Finch, who was hired as the new head coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves on Feb. 22. Finch reflects on his time coaching in Europe and his tremendous college career. Plus, the head coach shares his first impressions of Minnesota.
Published 03/16/21
Host Marney Gellner chats with former Minnesota Lynx forward Rebekkah Brunson about her WNBA career, “Sweet Troo VI” waffles, celebrating a championship at Paisley Park and more.
Published 03/09/21
Host Marney Gellner talks with former NBA shooting guard Doug West, who played for the Timberwolves from 1989-98. West reminisces on playing home games at the Metrodome, participating in the 1992 dunk contest and having a young Kevin Garnett as a teammate.
Published 03/02/21
Host Marney Gellner chats with Wolves guard Jaylen Nowell about being a big WWE fan, having his mom as an elementary teacher and winning the Pac-12 Player of the Year award. Plus, the two banter about playing in the G League and MC’ing a talent show.
Published 02/23/21
Host Marney Gellner talks with Wolves television analyst Jim Petersen about how hockey was initially his first love, getting recruited by Mike Krzyzewski at Duke and dealing with adversity. Plus, he chats about coaching in the WNBA and being a master on the grill.
Published 02/16/21
Host Marney Gellner sits down with Wolves guard Josh Okogie to talk about preparing for defensive matchups, his shoe collection, being an uncle and (of course) Krispy Kreme donuts. Plus, the two banter about Okogie’s choice to wear socks and shoes on a boat.
Published 02/09/21
Host Marney Gellner chats with Timberwolves player development coach Kevin Burleson about his role with the team, his basketball career at the University of Minnesota and his brother Nate, a former Vikings receiver. Plus, the two banter about Burleson giving up candy at the age of 12 and discuss which Wolves coach is in the best shape.
Published 02/02/21
Host Marney Gellner chats with Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin about his J-Mac merchandise, playing basketball against high schoolers as a sixth grader and wearing ankle weights to improve his hops. Plus, McLaughlin talks about his plans to become a coach or broadcaster after basketball, and laughs about sharing a nickname with teammate Jaden McDaniels.
Published 01/26/21
Jarrett Culver, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ first-round pick in 2019, chats with host Marney Gellner about his shooting technique, experience in the NCAA tournament and the reality TV show “Big Brother.” Plus, Culver talks about his newfound passion in golf and his mom’s famous scrambled eggs.
Published 01/19/21
What does Dr. Robby Sikka do for the Minnesota Timberwolves? Host Marney Gellner has a fascinating conversation with the VP of basketball performance to learn how the Timberwolves utilize nutrition on a daily basis and analyze sports science data from every practice and game.
Published 01/05/21
Host Marney Gellner chats with Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio about playing chess, watching the show “Friends,” celebrating his son’s first birthday and the Minnesota accent. Plus, Rubio jokes about the struggles of being left-handed and his experience shooting a shampoo commercial.
Published 12/29/20
Host Marney Gellner chats with point guard Ricky Rubio about returning to Minnesota, playing chess and more. The full episode will be available Dec. 29.
Published 12/28/20
Host Marney Gellner shares a few laughs with Anthony Edwards, the No. 1 overall pick by the Timberwolves in the 2020 NBA draft, about football, ping pong, his two dogs and his first impressions of Minnesota weather. Plus, Edwards talks about meeting former MVP Allen Iverson and the NBA player he’s most looking forward to battling on the court.
Published 12/22/20
Host Marney Gellner talks to former Georgia star Anthony Edwards, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Timberwolves in the 2020 draft. Edwards opens up about his favorite NBA players, his two dogs and more. The full episode will be available Dec. 22.
Published 12/18/20
Timberwolves basketball is officially back! Host Marney Gellner chats with president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas about the new-look roster in 2020-21, the process of drafting top 2020 pick Anthony Edwards and the return of Ricky Rubio to Minnesota. Plus, Rosas talks about building a young core around All-Stars Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell.
Published 12/15/20
In the first episode of Wolves+, Host Marney Gellner is joined alongside Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas. The full episode will be available Dec. 15.
Published 12/12/20
FOX Sports North and the Minnesota Timberwolves will be launching Wolves+, a brand new podcast on Tuesday, December 15. The show will feature entertaining discussion with players about music, lifestyles and how they spend their time off the court. In addition to players, the show will feature executives and front office staff who are working to create a championship-driven franchise.
Published 12/10/20