Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the 2018 NBA Draft from a Houston Rockets perspective, brief analysis on De'Anthony Melton and Vincent Edwards, and updated free agency rumblings. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:   -The Rockets are about to get expensive -How Houston can bring their own free agents back (Paul, Capela, Ariza, etc..) -What is Daryl Morey's "new math"? -Can the Rockets find a taker for Ryan Anderson? -Can the Rockets land LeBron James or Paul George in free agency and how is that possible?   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:   -Bryan Colangelo's burner accounts (first 21:45 minutes) -Rockets season in review -Thoughts on the Warriors series and the Rockets/Warriors rivalry moving forward -Brief offseason lookahead   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) previews Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals and discusses Chris Paul's hamstring injury.   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) catch up on Rockets/Warriors after the Rockets tie the series 2-2 and reclaim homecourt advantage.   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) discuss the following:   -Closing thoughts on Jazz/Rockets series -Deep dive preview into Rockets/Warriors   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) previews the 2018 NBA Western Conference Finals with Phoenix Suns forward Jared Dudley (@JaredDudley619).   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Eating crow about the Raptors' predictions (first 10 minutes) -Discussing Rockets/Jazz -James Harden continues to be stellar in postseason -Rockets struggles when Harden sits -Eric Gordon's 25 point explosion -Clint Capela's dominance on both ends and his upcoming summer -Forrest's lingering worries with the Rockets   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Is it okay to enjoy Lance Stephenson? -Grading Wolves/Rockets -Why there's room for improvement -Preferred Rockets matchup - Thunder or Jazz? -Salman does Carmelo Anthony victory laps -Discussing Russell Westbrook and why he's so polarizing   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Our exhaustion with the Cavs. Do they deserve to make the Finals? -Early observations on Rockets/Wolves -Houston's defense looks elite -Rockets shooting woes -James Harden and Chris Paul's standout performaces -Looking ahead to the later rounds -Did the Rockets draw the ideal route to the Finals by dodging the Pelicans?   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Luc Mbah a Moute's injury and it's impact going forward -Rockets Season In Review -What end-of-season awards do the Rockets have a chance at this year? -Mini-preview of Houston's 1st round matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Toothbrush talk -Exploring new rumors about LeBron James' free agency -Rockets finally lose a game -Why the Raptors deserve more of the public's respect -The Rockets expand their lead over the Warriors for the 1 seed   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Paul M.D. (@RocketIntellect) discuss the following:   -James Harden's nasty crossover on Wesley Matthews and how it compares to other disrespectful plays in Rockets/NBA History -Rockets 15 game winning streak including some of their recent key victories (Utah, Boston, etc..) -A look ahead at the Rockets schedule and their chances at the #1 seed -Has your confidence in Houston's chances in a Warriors series gone up? -James Harden's MVP candidacy -Preferred 1st round matchups for the Rockets   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) and Kyle Chilek (@K_Chile22) discuss All-Star weekend and answer listener questions:   -All-Star banter (first 10 minutes) -Reactions to Joe Johnson and Brandan Wright signings -Chances Chris Bosh ever signs with the Rockets? -Why does Salman continue to support Ryan Anderson? -Should fans be worried about the contract Clint Capela will demand this summer? -Thoughts on Ryan Anderson being moved to the bench? -Confidence level in Harden's MVP chances   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -The Rockets have the best dance cam in the league. Is it staged? -Leslie Alexander kept the championship trophies after selling the Rockets -Harden's 60 PT performance and does it leap him to the front of the MVP race? -Unpacking Forrest's column and why people may hate the Rockets   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -The Rockets/Clippers Fiasco and why it was one of the greatest nights in NBA Twitter history -Reacting to Houston's win over the Warriors -Why trash talk is fun and unwritten rules in the NBA are garbage   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and guest Eric Spyropoulos (@EricSpyrosNBA) discuss:   -The Rockets rough patch -What did we learn from this? -Are the Rockets more shallow than we originally perceived? -Houston's recent rash of injuries -The Gerald Green signing -How they've bounced back and how Chris Paul and Eric Gordon have carried the team in that time -Will the return of Luc Mbah a Moute and James Harden help Houston make a full 180 and be the team it once was in November?   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Paul M.D. (@RocketIntellect), and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following:   -Luc Mbah A Moute out for 2-3 weeks. How will this impact the Rockets? -LeBron to Houston rumors -Rockets 11 game winning streak -Are we overlooking the Spurs? -Dispelling "Rockets/James Harden in the playoffs" myths   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the following: -The week's games in review -How good are the Rockets? -CP3's return and his play upon return -James Harden's MVP prospects -The Rockets relatively weak attendance at Toyota Center Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and special guest Dave DuFour (@DaveDuFourNBA) discuss the following: -James Harden's historic 56 point performance against Utah and his hot start in general -The Rockets continued success and how Clint Capela and Eric Gordon have played huge roles in it -How good can the Rockets be defensively this season? -Chris Paul's imminent return and how it will impact the Rockets Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) discuss the following: -Mike D'Antoni's new timeline for Chris Paul -Rockets lose to PHI but take care of business with NYK and ATL -Harden's early MVP candidacy + free throw rate decline -Clint Capela's great season + Would you trade him for DeAndre? -Explaining the deep roots of the HOU/OKC rivalry Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going over the first two weeks of the season with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS). Topics include: -Tilman Fertita Officially New Owner -Rockets win over the Warriors on Opening Night -Chris Paul's knee injury -Eric Gordon looks incredible -Discussion 2019 Lebron chatter -Early Trends that we've noticed Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Previewing the 2017-18 Houston Rockets with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), Kyle Chilek (@K_Chile22), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) along with reacting to the Kevin McHale/James Harden squabble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reacting to the shocking Carmelo Anthony trade w/ Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) of Locked On Rockets as well as previewing what should be an interesting media day for the Houston Rockets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) respond to the devastation that was Hurricane Harvey. reflect on the incredible response/outreach both from a local and national level, and give their best wishes to all Houstonians impacted by the storm. They also discuss the sale of the Houston Rockets to Golden Nugget casino owner and Landry's CEO Tilman Fertitta. They speculate how Fertitta will be as an owner and discuss his past efforts to purchase the team. They end by talking NBA over/unders (specifically the Rockets number - 56.5 wins). Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices