Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with two teams going in opposite directions. The Lynx won a matinee to enter the Olympic break 17-8, which includes a 3-2 mark without injured star Napheesa Collier. Meanwhile, Minnesota United remained winless in its last nine matches. Surrendering two late goals on set pieces to a subpar D.C. United squad in a 3-2 loss Wednesday might have been the worst of the nine.
Big impact for young Timberwolves; Loons, Lynx headed in opposite directions
On Thursday’s Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand and Timberwolves beat writer Chris Hine checked in on Summer League action and Anthony Edwards. Plus Rand looked at the Lynx, Minnesota United and the top 100 pro athletes since 2000.
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9:00: Star Tribune Wolves writer Chris Hine joins the show fresh off a long stint in Las Vegas to talk about the impact of Minnesota’s young players, Anthony Edwards’ continued rise on Team USA and yet another trip to Chanhassen.
27:00: ESPN ranked the top 100 pro athletes since 2000. How many Minnesotans were on the list?
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