Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) discuss: -Reactions to massive Clint Capela for Robert Covington trade -The era of micro-ball begins -How does Houston change on offense and defense? -Did the Rockets get better? -Can Houston succeed at the highest levels playing this small? -Is there more to come? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Promo code to BetOnline.ag - BLUEWIRE

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Thoughts on Kobe Bryant and the tragedy -Eric Gordon moved back into starting lineup -Can the Rockets sustain the amount of small ball they're playing? -How long will it take for Clint Capela's heel to heal? -Trade deadline preview. What assets do the Rockets have to work with? -How viable is a Clint Capela trade? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA): -Rockets trying to bounce back from losing streak -What caused the losing streak and how can the Rockets improve going forward? -Russell Westbrook's excellent play in January -Westbrook's changed shot profile and leadership role -Previewing the trade deadline Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss: -Gary Clark waived by Rockets -Rockets closing in on healthy roster -Ben McLemore moved to starting small forward. Danuel House to come off bench -Isaiah Hartenstein continues to flourish -Why aren't the Rockets blowing teams out more often? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) discuss: -How important is Eric Gordon to the Rockets on both ends? -Will Isaiah Hartenstein hang on to his backup center spot? -How important is the luxury tax for Houston this season? -What do the Rockets need to acquire at the trade deadline? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Sports Illustrated's Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) discuss Eric Gordon's return to the lineup, Isaiah Hartenstein's earned backup center spot, and New Year's Resolutions for 2020.