# 05-01-26 Hour 1: Michael Rand from Minneapolis Star Tribune talks Terrance Shannon Jr's HUGE night for T-Wolves & win over Denver; EVERYTHING you need to know about The Kentucky Derby with Chris Block

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Podcast: [The Drive on ESPN 93.5](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-drive-on-espn-93-5-477079)
Published: 2026-05-01T22:11:23+00:00
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Hour 1 features Michael Rand from the Minneapolis Star Tribune breaking down Terrence Shannon Jr.’s huge performance for the Timberwolves in their win over the Denver Nuggets. The guys discussed what Shannon’s breakout night means moving forward for the T-Wolves in the NBA Playoffs and why Illini fans should be excited about his NBA future. Later, horse racing expert Chris Block stopped by with everything listeners need to know ahead of the Kentucky Derby, including top storylines, contenders, and betting insight for one of racing’s biggest weekends. Follow The Drive on X, Instagram, and Facebook.

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