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The Locked On Rockets Podcast, hosted by Houston native and credentialed media member Jackson Gatlin, is the BEST and ONLY daily (Mon-Fri) Houston Rockets basketball podcast. Every day Jackson shares the latest news, speculation and analysis on Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore, Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, the Draft, Free Agency and the rest of the NBA. Previous guests include former Rockets Matt Bullard and Vernon Maxwell, legendary broadcaster Bill Worrell, current players Armoni Brooks, Jae'Sean Tate and more.


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1201
One win away: On a gritty Game 5 victory, and C...
Eric Gordon led Houston with 24 points while Chris Paul scored 18 of his 20 in the second half, leading to a 98-94 home win over the Warriors in Game 5 and a 3-2 series edge. Our recap explores the key storylines, including CP3’s late hamstring injury.
32 min
1202
Adam Clanton on Game 4's historic context, Hard...
Rockets radio network host Adam Clanton joins us to reflect on Houston’s epic comeback in Game 4 at Golden State; the likely environment for Game 5 at Toyota Center; and whether Chris Paul, James Harden, and the Rockets can close out the defending champs.
35 min
1203
Paul, Harden's Rockets show championship heart ...
Led by 57 points from Chris Paul and James Harden (46% FG), Houston overcame a double-digit deficit entering Q4 at Oracle Arena to defeat the defending champion Warriors in Game 4, 95-92, tying the West Finals at 2-2. Ben offers his initial thoughts here.
32 min
1204
Curry, Warriors flatten Rockets in discouraging...
Chris Paul and James Harden (combined 12-of-32 FG) each struggled while Steph Curry (35 points, 13-of-23 FG) and Kevin Durant were elite, leading Golden State to a 126-85 romp in Game 3 on Sunday night. Ben offers his immediate takeaways in Sunday’s show.
30 min
1205
Game 3 preview with play-by-play broadcaster Cr...
Radio/TV broadcaster Craig Ackerman joins us from California to preview WCF Game 3 between the Rockets and Warriors. Topics include Eric Gordon’s improved play, the difficulty of playing in Oracle Arena, Houston’s impressive road composure, and much more!
34 min
1206
The 30K foot view, Part 2: Where things stand a...
Friday's show updates the health of CP3 and Mbah a Moute and takes a broader look at where the Rockets and Warriors are after two games. Topics include what games Houston must take to win the series — along with the implications if they do not.
33 min
1207
Tucker, Gordon spark Game 2 blowout as Rockets ...
P.J. Tucker (career-high 22) and Eric Gordon (27 points, +29) led a spectacular effort on both ends of the court in Game 2, sparking a 127-105 win over Golden State. Our recap breaks it down, led by the latest evidence of how Houston excels vs. adversity.
33 min
1208
Taking a 30,000-foot view of the Game 1 loss
In Tuesday's off-day episode, Ben explores some bigger-picture concerns (depth, isolation play, Playoff Eric Gordon) from Houston's Game 1 loss to the Warriors from the standpoint of roster composition and what it means for GM Daryl Morey moving forward.
31 min
1209
Harden's brilliance can't offset depth woes, Du...
James Harden was spectacular with 41 points (14-of-24 FG), but Houston just didn't have enough firepower to deal with a combined 83 points on > 50% shooting from Kevin Durant (37), Klay Thompson (28), and Steph Curry (18). Why Game 2 is now a must-win:
31 min
1210
Three WCF keys for the Rockets, and a prediction
In Sunday's show, Ben gives his three biggest Xs and Os keys for the West Finals — including the role of Clint Capela in controlling pace, the importance of James Harden attacking the rim, and why it's vital not to lose Klay Thompson on the defensive end.
43 min
1211
Bobby Brown on his exit from Houston and how to...
Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown joins us to break down the looming matchup in the West Finals between Houston and Golden State. Topics include his departure from Houston, the chemistry in the locker room, and an Xs and Os look at how the Rockets can win.
27 min
1212
Matt Bullard on CP3's career game and matching ...
TV analyst Matt Bullard joins our Ben DuBose to reflect on Chris Paul's career night in the Game 5 clincher vs. Utah and preview the upcoming showdown between the No. 1 Rockets and No. 2 Warriors in the Western Conference Finals.
34 min
1213
Ryan Anderson FAQ
In Wednesday's show, Ben examines several frequently asked questions about Ryan Anderson — including his sudden absence from the Rockets’ playoff rotation, whether he can potentially be traded this summer, and his future role in 2018-19 and beyond.
36 min
1214
Rockets advance to West Finals behind CP3's car...
Chris Paul (41/10) and P.J. Tucker (19/6) each set playoff career-highs in scoring as the Rockets clinched the series over Utah in Game 5. With the win, Houston secured its first trip to the West Finals since 2015, and the first of CP3’s storied career.
33 min
1215
Game 4 recap: Paul, Capela lift tougher Rockets...
James Harden (8-of-22, 8 TOs) had an off night, but Chris Paul (27/12/6) and Clint Capela (12/15, 6 blocks) picked up the slack as Houston grinded out a 100-87 win to move within one game of the West Finals. Our recap explains what we learned from Game 4!
31 min
1216
Guards lead Game 3 blowout as Rockets assert co...
After a poor start to Game 2, the Rockets flipped it in Game 3 with a 30-point edge in the first half at Utah, leading to a 113-92 victory. Our recap hits the highlights, including adjustments by D’Antoni, great defense, and the emergence of Eric Gordon.
33 min
1217
Game 3 preview: How to fix issues with depth, d...
Ben previews Game 3 at Utah with a look at the main Game 2 problems (stopping dribble penetration, low 3-point attempts) and how to fix them, including the pros and cons of options on Houston’s suddenly struggling bench (Mbah a Moute, Green, Anderson).
34 min
1218
Harden's 32 not enough as another poor start do...
James Harden (32/11) had a strong showing, but a 19-point deficit in Game 2 proved difficult to overcome as Houston fell to Utah, 116-108. In our recap, Ben explores yet another inexplicably slow start, key adjustments by Quin Snyder, and much more.
29 min
1219
Brian Geltzeiler on how and why the 2018 Rocket...
National NBA media personality Brian Geltzeiler joins Ben to dissect why the 2018 Rockets are special, with topics including how James Harden and Chris Paul have made Mike D’Antoni’s offense more diverse; Clint Capela’s offseason market; and much more.
31 min
1220
Harden leads spectacular shooting display in Ga...
James Harden (41/8/7) was dominant as the red-hot Rockets (17-of-32 from 3) raced ahead of Utah in Game 1 of Round 2 and never looked back in a 110-96 romp. Our recap examines all the storylines, including a suffocating defensive showing when it mattered.
36 min
1221
Mbah a Moute nears return, and David Locke prev...
Saturday’s show features reaction to the potentially imminent return of injured forward Luc Mbah a Moute, followed by an interview with Utah broadcaster David Locke to preview the Round 2 series between the Rockets and Jazz beginning Sunday in Houston.
41 min
1222
Potential Round 2, WCF, and offseason storylines
With Houston awaiting its Round 2 fate, Thursday’s show explores the pros and cons of Utah and OKC; what to watch for when the Warriors (and Curry?) play New Orleans; and how other series may shape the future availability of LeBron James and Paul George.
41 min
1223
Balanced effort closes out Minnesota as Capela ...
Clint Capela (26/15) and James Harden (24/12) each posted double-doubles in Houston’s Game 5 clincher vs. Minnesota. We break it all down, including a series-best shooting night (41% behind the arc) and whether OKC or Utah is the ideal Round 2 opponent.
34 min
1224
Harden, CP3 lead historic run in Game 4 rout at...
James Harden and Chris Paul tallied 61 points on 49% shooting, leading Houston on a 71-30 run during a 119-100 beatdown of Minnesota in Game 4. Our recap breaks it all down, led by the importance of Harden's Rockets showing heart when facing adversity.
28 min
1225
Defense regresses, Gordon's slump lingers as Wo...
James Harden and Chris Paul combined for 46 points and 13 assists on 50% FG, but Houston lost a disappointing Game 3 by 16 points amid woeful defense, great shooting from Minnesota (15-of-27 on 3s), and another poor showing from Eric Gordon (5-of-16 FG).
33 min