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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., Kevin Porter Jr., Jae'Sean Tate, Josh Christopher, Tari Eason, 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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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 25 — Craig Ackerman o...
Craig Ackerman chats with us about his new role as lead play-by-play broadcaster for many Rockets' TV broadcasts, with particular emphasis on the transition from radio to TV and the challenge of replacing a legend in Bill Worrell. Craig also shares his...
41 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 23 — Media Day highli...
What should Rockets fans take out of Media Day and the official start of training camp? We explain the most important moments with audio clips from James Harden, Ryan Anderson, Mike D'Antoni, Trevor Ariza, and Daryl Morey. #Rockets #NBA #JamesHarden
30 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 22 — Matt Moore on Ha...
Matt Moore of CBS Sports (@hpbasketball) joins the show (at 8:00) to further elaborate on his recent James Harden feature and break down why he thinks the Michael Beasley/Tyler Ennis trade was a good one for the Rockets. #Rockets #NBA #JamesHarden
31 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 20 — Chris Reichert e...
Chris Reichert, editor of Upside & Motor, tells us why Clint Capela appears poised for a major breakthrough entering his third season. We also examine the rest of Houston's likely depth chart at center, including Nene, Donatas Motiejunas and Chinanu On...
29 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 19 — Forecasting minu...
We know Ryan Anderson is the starter at PF, but how much will he play, and what are the best options behind him? As part of our depth chart preview series, we break down Houston's diverse options at power forward. #Rockets #NBA #RyanAnderson
24 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 18 — How Ariza, Dekke...
In the latest episode of our depth chart preview series, we break down the SF position in Houston and the possibilities for Trevor Ariza, Sam Dekker, Corey Brewer, and K.J. McDaniels. #Rockets #NBA
21 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 16 — Previewing the r...
In the first of our "depth chart" preview series, we examine Houston's likely guard rotation and how James Harden, Pat Beverley, and Eric Gordon are each likely to be used by new head coach Mike D'Antoni. Should an injury occur, are there any candidate...
22 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 15 — ESPN's Calvin Wa...
Where do things stand between the Rockets and restricted free agent forward Donatas Motiejunas? We break down the recent reports of stalled negotiations with ESPN beat writer Calvin Watkins, who spoke to agent B.J. Armstrong yesterday. #Rockets #NBA...
23 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 13 — Danny Leroux on ...
In a crossover episode, NBA writer and Warriors host Danny Leroux joins Ben DuBose to break down the strengths and weaknesses of Golden State and how they could match up with Mike D'Antoni's new-look Rockets. #Rockets #Warriors #NBA #JamesHarden
24 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 12 — Why next Friday'...
Donatas Motiejunas' never-ending free agency and unconfirmed changes to Houston's TV and radio announcing teams are two of several issues likely to be resolved before the Rockets report to Media Day, now officially scheduled for next Friday. #Rockets ...
17 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 11 — Previewing Houst...
Fantasy analyst Josh Lloyd joins the show to help break down projections for the Houston Rockets in the 2016-17 season. Is James Harden worthy of a #1 pick, and can Clint Capela continue his per-minute success in a starting role? Our Ben DuBose debates...
53 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 8 — "Rocket Girl" exp...
Brie Hodenfield (@00RocketGirl on Twitter) joins our Ben DuBose to discuss the role of the Red Rowdies at Toyota Center, her life as a diehard fan of the Rockets, and expectations for the team in the 2016-17 season. #Rockets #NBA #RedRowdies
38 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 6 — Exploring the Car...
The news of the weekend was Houston's reported interest in veteran power forward Carl Landry. Our Ben DuBose explores how the former Rocket could fit in with the current group, both on the basketball side and the financial side. #Rockets #NBA #CarlL...
26 min
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Locked on Rockets — Sept. 1 — ESPN's Kevin Pelt...
Why are analytics models more bullish on Houston's defense than the human analysts running them? ESPN's Kevin Pelton gives his outlook. Our Ben DuBose then explores the possible reasons for the divergence in opinion and explains why the gap between a ...
30 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 31 — Inside the life...
How do NBA teams like the Rockets decide who gets media credentials, and what is a typical day like for a credentialed media member? Ben DuBose takes a deep dive into the process and explains the options outsiders have to break into the business.
43 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 26 — Scott Rafferty ...
Can James Harden become Mike D'Antoni's new-age Steve Nash? Scott Rafferty (@crabdribbles) explains the surprising similarities after taking an in-depth look at the film of the two for his Sporting News column. Ben DuBose closes out the show with an up...
32 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 24 — Why new ranking...
Salman Ali, managing editor of Red Nation Hoops, joins our Ben DuBose to break down the latest stories, including new projections showing the Rockets high in the West and the potential of James Harden being overlooked as an MVP candidate. #Rockets #...
30 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 15 — Aly Bijani on N...
Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) breaks down the film of Nene’s outstanding Olympic performances and also tells our Ben DuBose why he’s skeptical of a recent rumor linking the Rockets to Sacramento's Rudy Gay. #Rockets #NBA #RudyGay #Nene #Olympics
34 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 11 — Dissecting the ...
ClutchFans owner Dave Hardisty joins our Ben DuBose to break down the implications of the Rockets' newly-released schedule for the 2016-17 season. Hardisty also explains why he won't be surprised if there's a trade made by the Rockets before the diffic...
22 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 8 — An NBA scout siz...
An NBA scout says he's skeptical of James Harden's ability to be Mike D'Antoni's point guard, but our Ben DuBose explains why the scout could be proven wrong. Ben also provides an Olympic update on the performances of Nene, Sergio Llull and Zhou Qi.
26 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 4 — What does Russel...
Will Russell Westbrook's contract extension with Oklahoma City lead to more NBA stars becoming available in trades? Ben DuBose explains why it could, as well as what it means for Daryl Morey and the Rockets. The Dream Shake writer Eric Spyropoulos join...
32 min
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Locked on Rockets — August 1 — On Michael Beas...
The Rockets allowed Michael Beasley's contract to become fully guaranteed for next season, so what can fans expect from him next season? Our Ben DuBose analyzes this, as well as Kevin Durant's praise for James Harden and Daryl Morey's latest interview.
23 min
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Locked on Rockets — July 29 — ESPN's Calvin Wat...
ESPN.com beat writer Calvin Watkins joins us to break down where things stand between the Rockets and Donatas Motiejunas. Watkins also examines the implications of James Harden's new contract, and whether Sam Dekker has a path to minutes under Mike D'...
27 min
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Locked on Rockets — July 28 — Is a trade coming...
Daryl Morey is known for big moves, so could another one be coming this offseason? Our Ben DuBose looks at what needs remain for the Rockets and why Morey could be better positioned than most think to make compelling trade offers in the coming weeks.
23 min
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Locked on Rockets — July 27 — Is Capela an upgr...
RealGM analyst Brett Koremenos explains why he's a fan of the Mike D'Antoni hire in Houston and says that if things go right, the Rockets can win 50-55 games and contend for a Western Conference Finals berth. #Rockets
30 min