Why the Phoenix Suns Have Struggled So Much With the Minnesota Timberwolves So Far

What went right and wrong for the Phoenix Suns vs the Minnesota Timberwolves so far?
Brendon Kleen of @justbasketballfans breaks down the ups and downs of Game Two as well as the differences between the regular season and this playoff series after two games.
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[@brendonkleen2780]

Sorry for the audio issues today guys! Settings were off.

[@philipedwards6222]

It's ok still enjoyed the show

[@Vlobber]

A pod I listen to recorded 1.5 hours of 2 people and then realized they never hit the record button. So this ain’t bad haha.

[@SimpleEats35]

Their defensive pressure is just too much. We are working too hard for buckets while not putting any defensive pressure on them because our guys just don’t have the will to defend physically one on one.

[@zeus4885]

Brendon I like how you mixed things up and recorded this episode through a tin can

[@kxd2735]

Stop crying.. always crying about something

[@ryangrutzmacher8520]

Ant and Kat coming for heads on Friday!!!!! If not our bench is! LETS GO WOLVES!!!!

[@noahwelch2931]

Try winning a 7 game series against perimeter defenders in Jaden McDaniels, NAW, Anthony Edwards, and than having 4x DPOY Gobert in the paint…and Minnesota also has 2 other 7’0 guys (KAT / Naz)

[@user-fc2ry1ee2y]

Nice audio quality, given that it was recorded in outer space.

[@tbar1047]

The coach must utilize the bench players to provide the starting lineup with an opportunity to rest. Kevin Durant should assume a more active role in the offensive strategy rather than remaining stationed in the corner. The remaining team members will likely follow his lead, as Devin Booker does not possess the necessary leadership qualities.

[@aaronthephoenixxrising]

I think Bol should pop in too . He seems to play well when him n KD on floor together

[@rah6229]

Right if you bring in bol bol would have more options than just tuff jumpers that’s easy to guard

[@IndigoRaider]

🎳🎳

[@Emericajosh]

Audio quality is off in this episode

[@joseruiz6546]

Thought it was just me haha

[@jjhbball]

His computer is recording with the built-in mic :(

[@cuerampart2886]

It represents the suns next game

[@IndigoRaider]

🎯

[@billyda1jack15]

The difference is the first match up in the Reg season, it was the 2nd night of a back to back. The 2nd game no KAT The 3rd game the Wolves coaches said they weren’t trying to show their hand Incase they faced you guys in the playoffs. The Suns won 3-0 in the Reg season but they were all “yeah but…”

[@EduardoOliveira-zx9ju]

Those Suns wins were "Empty calories" wins. Misleading to say the least

[@new002one]

Suns is the REGULAR SEASON team. I referred those who said Suns swept the Timberwolves during the regular season to the 2022 playoff series with the Mavs. Lesson never learnt Suns fans.

[@ezumb]

Timberwolves are the better team, with a better coach. The Suns have 3 really good players.

[@JasonGood365]

If they can get open and then make the contested shot. Wolves defense is just too much for the suns. They are rattled and frustrated.

[@cuerampart2886]

Audio quality represents the suns next game Friday

[@aaronthephoenixxrising]

Ball movement

[@alberth1150]

Nurk has no pressure or expectations to perform like the last center. He would of been getting the blame if he played like Nurk. Nurk needs to step up

[@ryaninSartell]

The suns have been really disppointing. 85 points isnt gonna do it.

[@frankiebflat5728]

Turnovers galore!

[@MyronLicht]

Vogel didn’t gameplan for McDaniels it’s obvious there’s been no adjustments

[@aaronthephoenixxrising]

I have faith even tho it’s hard. Trust the corgi prediction lol

[@Wolves2324]

you are 0-14 down 2-0 in a series. don’t think so 😂

[@jacobyacovella6843]

Suns fans real quiet now Wolves in 5

[@2cents250]

yeah ok 😭😭😭

[@TennesseeTip]

Wolves fans too loud lol. Actin like the franchise has won 3 playoff series or something 😂😂😂

[@DavidMendoza-vz2ee]

@@TennesseeTipcry louder

[@DavidMendoza-vz2ee]

Wolves in 4

[@TennesseeTip]

@@DavidMendoza-vz2ee brag more about first round victories lol

[@aaronthephoenixxrising]

Passing was trash .. lol

[@bossaudio12]

Suns cant handle that elite defense, especially with iso ball

[@TylerAnderson-xl6hb]

If Thad plays, who rebounds?

[@xavierb9061]

Grayson allen shooting hurt team. Locked him into starting, when should be defensive stopper. Big 3 n nurk how is last guy not defender. No champ team has ever not had defender.

[@Woody13woodpecker]

Nicely done, put the blame on the 4th and 5th player... Booker never mentioned?

[@xavierb9061]

@@Woody13woodpecker guess youre slow

[@Istandwiththemosthigh]

Bol Bol should say F you Vogel and walk out there and play

[@IndigoRaider]

🎳🎳

[@aaronthephoenixxrising]

Our stars need to make shots. Point blank

[@rah6229]

It’s because who they’re running the offense thru too they need to have KD at the top of they key involved more usually good things happen when he’s involved more instead of sittin in the corner

[@chirocket4791]

Suns can't handle the physical play. Are a finesse team.

[@JesseDahl]

It sounds like you’re in a tunnel.

[@zachbaker8990]

Looks like a that trip to the finals was a fluke. At least the suns aren't going to be in salary cap hell and at least they didn't just trade away every asset they had...oh wait...

[@amaddurm5656]

😂

[@wrigleyelston4794]

Wolves in 4. It’s done

[@Valleypros1]

Can’t wait for this season to be over they are so annoying to watch I think a college team can play better 🤮🤮

[@stefankling5512]

This dude has no actual input to offer, just brings up numbers and statistics to sound smart

[@lil_a_i8904]

Durant at the 5 is crazy. Why are you here? 😂 Durant at the 3 is what they need to do. Y’all talk about size and then suggest everything but the bigger lineup. Is it really this easy to just get on here talk and we listen. 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@bossaudio12]

Ya, Durant at the 5 is a horrible take

[@philipedwards6222]

It's on Vogel and Booker. Vogel rotations and play calling needs to change. Stop playing Eubanks he's useless and go with Bol. Play Little or Okogie 10-15 minutes at least. Book needs to play better he's been playing like a child take that head band off and play like a grown man.

[@stansmith8158]

they can’t make any shots

[@Wolves2324]

y’all are cooked. no team chemistry, look frustrated by the second half

[@icegod4767]

Just give it up. The wolves are NOT losing to the suns at this time. Wolves winning this series. Everybody knows it wolves in 4 or 5

[@explosivediarrhea4671]

I have suns in 7

[@icegod4767]

@@explosivediarrhea4671 smh keep dreaming

[@explosivediarrhea4671]

@@icegod4767 they will also I have bucks vs clippers nba finals

[@ravenm.]

​@explosivediarrhea4671 Based on what? Their excellent showing in games 1 & 2? 😂 Face it they've been exposed for the soft marshmallows that they are.

[@Edd0523]

🤣🤣KD and the Booger man bout to get SWEPT!!🤣🤣🤣 Luka Magic at work again! We already getting the BROOMS READY for some work! Time to sweep up all the TRASH off the court and get ready for ANOTHER REBUILD! What a JOKE the PHX Losers are now and will always be after not drafting the Great Luka when they had a chance!! Thanks, from Dallas! Go Mavs!!

[@BA-wo1yx]

BECAUSE THEY SUCK AND THEY DONT HAVE THE TALENT TO COMPETE. At least the warriors would have put up a fight.