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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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Ryan Anderson's defensive limitations on displa...
Led by 38 from Chris Paul, the Rockets (34-13) put up a valiant comeback Friday after going down 21 in New Orleans. But the early deficit and defensive woes were too much to overcome as Houston's rally came up just short in a 115-113 loss. Our analysis:
44 min
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On Paul's All-Star snub, Capela vs. KD, and a P...
In Thursday's episode, Pelicans' writers Preston Ellis and Oleh Kosel help us preview Friday's game. We also explore whether Chris Paul was an All-Star snub and why Clint Capela was justified in his recent comments on being "better" than the Warriors.
44 min
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Shooters shoot: Harden, Ariza, Gordon hit 15 th...
James Harden had 25 points and 13 assists as the Rockets (34-12) cruised through Dallas to win for the ninth time in 12 games. Our recap explores the key angles, including a three-point barrage in which Harden, Ariza, and Gordon combined for 15 made 3s.
29 min
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Clutch City: Harden, defense lead way as Housto...
It was often ugly, but James Harden (28 points) and the Rockets (33-12) secured a perfect homestand with a 99-90 win over Miami. Our recap explores Harden’s continued recovery from injury, yet another positive showing from the defense, and much more.
34 min
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Rockets secure season series from Warriors as P...
Chris Paul scored a game-high 33 points, while James Harden had two MVP moments in the final 80 seconds as Houston (32-12) completed a stirring comeback to defeat the Warriors and secure the season series. Our celebratory postgame show breaks it all down.
31 min
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Rockets re-launch as healthy returnees lift Pau...
The Rockets (31-12) had one of their finest wins in weeks with a 116-98 win over Minnesota (29-18), as Chris Paul and Eric Gordon had their usual strong production supplemented by a deeper supporting cast with the return of Harden, Nene, and Mbah a Moute.
24 min
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Exploring the Timberwolves matchup with Minneso...
In Thursday's show, our Ben DuBose gets together with Locked on Timberwolves host Colton Molesky to explore the Rockets-Timberwolves matchups and why it could very well be a playoff preview.
35 min
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On Harden's return, the Ariza/Green suspensions...
Wednesday's show explores the imminent return of James Harden to the Houston lineup, along with continued postgame fallout from Monday in Los Angeles and a look at the latest rumors linking Clipper big man DeAndre Jordan to the Rockets.
43 min
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Fight night: How the Rockets' best shot wasn't ...
The Rockets (30-12) had a three-game winning streak snapped in LA on Monday in a game marred by Blake Griffin's apparent intentional contact with Mike D'Antoni and a postgame skirmish between players. Is it a playoff preview? Our postgame show explores:
35 min
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5 of 7: Led by Flyin' Ryan, veteran forwards bo...
The Rockets (30-11) cruised in Phoenix, extending their Harden-less run to five wins in their last seven. This show explores the latest win and how improvements from Ariza, Ryan Anderson, and Tucker offset subpar nights from Eric Gordon and Gerald Green.
32 min
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4 of 6: Paul, Gordon outduel Lillard, McCollum ...
Chris Paul and Eric Gordon combined for 67 points Wednesday and outgunned one of the NBA's best backcourts in Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum (53 points), leading Houston to a statement win over a quality opponent. Our postgame show breaks it all down:
36 min
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Matt Bullard on medical updates, shooting slump...
Matt Bullard joins us to break down the Rockets’ recent play. Topics include consistency from veteran guards Chris Paul, Eric Gordon, and Gerald Green; the return to health by Clint Capela inside; and ongoing slumps for Ryan Anderson and P.J. Tucker..
37 min
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Rockets win third out of five as veteran guards...
The Rockets (28-11) snapped their two-game slide with a 116-107 win in Chicago. After shooting just 6 times in Saturday’s first 44 minutes, CP3 was assertive Monday with 24 points (8-of-17 FG) and 9 assists. Meanwhile, Gerald Green added 22 off the bench.
30 min
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Rockets lose second straight with ugly second h...
The Rockets (27-11) lost their second straight game and seventh of nine with a 108-101 defeat in Detroit. Our recap explores the top storylines, including a lethargic offense and the need for Chris Paul to be more assertive in the absence of James Harden.
27 min
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Alykhan Bijani on the Xs and Os without Harden
Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) joins the show to explore the schematic and tactical changes of the Rockets (27-10) since losing James Harden to injury, including larger roles for Chris Paul and Eric Gordon and the integration of newcomer Gerald Green.
39 min
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Green continues stunning surge, but Warriors sh...
Gerald Green scored 29 points (8-of-15 on 3s) off the bench, while Chris Paul (28/9/7) and Eric Gordon (30/7) were breathtaking. But led by 57 points from Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, the Warriors had too much firepower in a 124-114 victory at Houston.
37 min
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Rockets post first dominant win in weeks with b...
The Rockets (27-9) won their first game without Harden with a dominant showing in Orlando. Our postgame show examines the key angles, including CP3’s excellence as a floor general, Clint Capela’s bounce-back outing, and another hot night for Gerald Green.
30 min
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What to watch for as life without James Harden ...
Tuesday's show explores life without James Harden, who is out for multiple weeks with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. Topics include Mike D'Antoni’s usage of Harden, new roles for Chris Paul, Eric Gordon, and Gerald Green, and implications on the standings.
49 min
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Gritty comeback vs. Lakers snaps skid, but Hard...
The five-game losing streak is over for the Rockets (26-9), who overcame a late 17-point deficit Sunday to defeat the Lakers in double OT. However, the win came with a price as James Harden (40 points, 11 assists) left early with a strained hamstring.
41 min
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Losing streak reaches five in blowout loss to W...
The losing streak for Houston (25-9) is at five after Friday’s loss in Washington. Our postgame show takes a higher-level overview — including slumps by Ryan Anderson and P.J. Tucker, late-game execution issues, the standings impact, and why not to panic.
55 min
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On signing Gerald Green, injury updates, and a ...
Thursday's show explores the latest injury news on Chris Paul and Clint Capela, as well as why the Rockets signed veteran swingman Gerald Green to a non-guaranteed contract and what it means for Houston’s short-term rotation and long-term finances.
64 min
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Harden, Capela not enough in OKC as slide exten...
Ben DuBose and Adam Clanton (interview at 17:37) break down the loss, including Clint Capela’s strong return (19/10), improved efficiency from James Harden (14 asst, 1 TO), and the role of Chris Paul and Luc Mbah a Moute's injuries in the defensive woes.
52 min
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Injury updates (Paul, Capela), likely rotation ...
Thursday's show explores the latest injury updates for the Rockets (25-5), including why the losses of Chris Paul and Clint Capela at the same time will likely cause significant rotation changes..
40 min
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Harden's brilliance not enough as Lakers snap w...
The streak is over at 14 games for the Rockets (25-5), who lost for the first time since Nov. 14 in Wednesday's 122-116 loss to the Lakers. James Harden had 51, but injuries to Clint Capela (heel) and Chris Paul (leg) were tough to overcome.
32 min
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Resurgent Gordon, Capela lead way as Rockets si...
The Rockets (25-4) won their 14th straight game and 20th of their past 21 in Monday night's 120-99 home win over the Utah Jazz, punctuated by a 37-8 run to end the game. Eric Gordon led the way with 33, while Clint Capela had 24 and 20.
27 min