Flagrant Howls - a Minnesota Timberwolves podcast

Myron Medcalf of ESPN brings you Myron on Hoops! He and Manny Hill discuss whether or not Ryan Saunders should be the Wolves permanent head coach, and if the Wolves have enough to compete in the NBA long-term. Also, what's going on with the Gopher Men's basketball team. Myron tells you why Richard Pitino's team has struggled to take the next step. Later, Michael Beasley had a little uniform snafu.

Danny Cunningham, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill discuss the Wolves blowout loss in Philadelphia and pose the question: Did they prove Jimmy Butler right? Also Ramie explains why Derrick Rose has such a strong following. Manny has some reckless speculation on a trade. The guys then get into more around the NBA, including Kyrie Irvings comments on calling LeBron James.

Phil Mackey announces some exciting, major changes at 1500, beginning right now! For starters, we’ve got a new name now – SKOR North (and SKORNorth.com)… And an expanded menu of Minnesota sports content across multiple platforms. You’ll be able to find SKOR North LIVE & LOCAL on AM 1500 (between noon & 7 weekdays), starting with a daily Vikings show at NOON on weekdays called Purple Daily. Then you can hear SKOR North Live with Matthew Coller from 2-4p, Mackey and Judd w/ Ramie from 4-6p, and assorted specialty shows in the 6:00 hour. We’re also expanding our digital content in a BIG way over at SKORNorth.com, where, in addition to great written content, you’ll find some of the most entertaining Minnesota sports podcasts -- such as Purple Podcast, Raised by Wolves, Touch em All, The Scoop with Doogie, Reusse Unchained, The Crafty Rogues and plenty more. As for social media — expect a lot of fun and creative stuff on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube — all @SKORNorth. So, give us a follow … Check out our shows … Give us your input and ideas … And tell your friends that SKOR North is here! … Minnesota Sports. Anytime. Anywhere.

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham talk with Dane Moore, who's in Philly for the Wolves/Sixers matchup. Dane discusses his "Moore On Monday" piece about the differences in adjustments between Tom Thibodeau and Ryan Saunders. Dane also points out how the defense from the Wolves has maybe taken a step back since Saunders has become interim head coach. Also, after Luka Doncic wowed everyone at Target Center on Friday, just how good is the 19-year-old going to be? Then, what are the Wolves' odds for the playoffs at this point?

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham are joined by Judd Zulgad of the Mackey & Judd Show to discuss the Wolves post-Thibs and his impressions of Luka Doncic after the Mavericks visit to Target Center last week. Also, with the Wolves set to take on the Sixers for the first time since the Butler trade, Derek Bodner (@DerekBodnerNBA) of The Athletic in Philadelphia checks in for an update on how things are going with Jimmy Butler in Philly.

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham are joined by long-time Wolves TV Analyst Jim Petersen, as he discusses the Tom Thibodeau era and what went wrong. Jim Pete doesn't hold back. Also, what's next for the Wolves and interim Head Coach Ryan Saunders?

Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore, discuss the Wolves win over Oklahoma City in Ryan Saunders' NBA coaching debut. What were some of the early differences in the playing style under Saunders? And has the interim coach found a way to unlock Andrew Wiggins?

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham give their immediate thoughts after Ryan Saunders' first press conference as interim Wolves head coach. Also they talk more on Derrick Rose's and Karl-Anthony Towns' reactions.

Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham & Dane Moore discuss the news that Tom Thibodeau has been fired by the Wolves and discuss what this means for the team going forward. Is this an opportunity for Ryan Saunders as he takes over as interim head coach? Also, what does this mean for Scott Layden's future? The guys also take calls from listeners.

Manny Hill and Dane Moore discuss the latest from the Wolves, and wonder what has gone wrong with defending the 3 point shot. Also, what do they make of Tyus Jones' recent play with Jeff Teague and Derrick Rose out of the lineup? Is there concern over Robert Covington's injury, and is it time for Thibs to scale back on Rose's minutes when he returns to the lineup?

Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore recap the Wolves win over the Bulls, Derrick Rose's MVP chants in his hometown, and the overall dysfunction that seems to be brewing with the Bulls. Also, should the Wolves explore 'Point Wiggins' again?

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham recap the Wolves win over Oklahoma City on Sunday - their first road win against a West team - and Andrew Wiggins performance that night. What is it going to take to get that more consistently from Wiggins? Also, Manny and Danny go down a rabbit hole of what if's; What if the Cavs drafted Joel Embiid instead of Wiggins in 2014?

The Timberwolves are still not making enough threes, nor are they defending against them well enough. Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham dive into what has become a bit of a math problem for the Wolves over the last couple of weeks. What can they do to keep up? Manny and Danny also discuss the next portion of games coming up and how vital they could be for the Wolves if they want to make the postseason.

Manny Hill, Danny Cunningham and Dane Moore react to the Wolves blowout win over Sacramento, and also wonder if it's time for Josh Okogie to be put into the rotation. Does Tom Thibodeau need to find a way to get the rookie more playing time without pulling any of the other regulars out of the mix? Also, what's with the home/away splits with the Wolves?

Manny Hill and Danny Cunningham discuss the Wolves' 2nd winless road trip of the season and wonder what can be done going forward.