HOWLS: Minnesota Timberwolves predictions for Game 3 against the Denver Nuggets

In this episode of Flagrant Howls, hosts Mackey and Judd dive into bold, quantifiable predictions for Game 3 of the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets playoff series, blending humor, analytics, and deep franchise lore. The episode opens with sponsor reads for North American Banking Company, Mystic Lake Casino, Victory Tire, Element Hotel, and Burrow, before launching into a lively discussion of the series’ momentum shift after Game 2. Guest listener Nathaniel joins for the first time, sharing his roots as a lifelong Wolves fan and delivering a pair of high-impact predictions: that Chris Finch will not be the Wolves’ head coach by the end of 2027 and that Seattle will not get an NBA expansion team. Judd predicts Steve Kerr will join NBA TV next season and that Jamal Murray will get a technical foul at Target Center. Dex (Declan) predicts Rudy Gobert will score in double figures in Game 3 and that the Thunder and Spurs will not meet in the conference finals. The hosts also debate the legacy of Rudy Gobert, with passionate arguments for retiring his number 27, citing his defensive dominance and playoff success, even without a championship. The episode closes with a mix of nostalgia, sports dad culture, and a call to action for listeners to join the next prediction round.