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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 — Feb. 15 — Heat's energy, re...
The Miami Heat (25-32) entered the game as one of the league's worst offensive teams, but they outmuscled and outhustled the Rockets (40-18) at Toyota Center, scoring a whopping 117 points in their 117-109 victory. James Harden (38 points, 12 rebounds,...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 14 — Exploring the po...
The Rockets (40-17) didn't land Serge Ibaka, so what does that tell us about their approach to the trade deadline? We explore the likely factors behind Daryl Morey not getting a deal done, led by a focus on long-term cap ramifications, and what that me...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 13 — Brie Hodenfield o...
With the Rockets off, we catch up with "Rocket Girl" super fan Brie Hodenfield (@00rocketgirl) and learn all about her latest line of Rockets-themed Valentine's Day cards. Brie also gives her take on the Rockets' rapid improvement on the floor, as well...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 12 — Latest rout confi...
Five wins in six games, including four in a row. Two of the last three by 20+ points. It seems clear the Rockets (40-17), now 5 games up for the West's No. 3 seed, are back in peak form. In the aftermath of a 133-102 drubbing of the Suns, we examine ho...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 10 — Harrell, Beverley...
With 4 wins in their last 5, are the Rockets (39-17) all the way back? We examine encouraging signs from Thursday night's double-digit win in Charlotte, including James Harden's killer instinct, continued strong play from Pat Beverley and Trevor Ariza,...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 9 — ESPN's Calvin Watk...
ESPN's Calvin Watkins breaks down his report of the Rockets showing trade interest in big man Serge Ibaka and free agent interest in veteran guards Jarrett Jack and Mario Chalmers. With Houston (38-17) showing improved play of late on the floor, Calvin...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 8 — Exploring the youn...
If the Rockets were to make an impact trade at the deadline, rather than one for mere depth, how could they do it? We examine the young assets other teams would most likely seek in such a deal — led by Montrezl Harrell, future draft picks, Sam Dekker, ...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 7 — Fresh legs lift re...
With three off days prior to Tuesday's game, the Rockets (38-17) showed off fresh legs in a 128-104 win over Orlando. Red Nation Hoops contributor Taylor Pate joins us to break down how Houston posted its strongest team performance in weeks, led by res...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 6 — Exploring Houston'...
What approach might Daryl Morey take as the Rockets (37-17) approach the Feb. 23 trade deadline? With Houston in the middle of three off days, we examine the Rockets' priorities heading into rumor season and why they might be in better position to make...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 4 — Chicago's Sean Hig...
Survive and advance! It wasn't pretty, but the Rockets (37-17) overcame an 8-point deficit with just over 2:00 left to post their second win in three games. Chicago beat writer Sean Highkin (@highkin) joins us to break down all things Bulls-Rockets, in...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 3 — Anatomy of a Colla...
What in the world happened? Ben examines how the Rockets (36-17) blew a 20-point lead over Atlanta with only eight minutes remaining, led by lowlights from Trevor Ariza (1-of-12 FG), Eric Gordon (4-of-14 FG), and Clint Capela. With Houston having lost ...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 2 — Why Dwight Howard ...
With Dwight Howard set to return to Houston for the first time since joining the Atlanta Hawks in last summer's free agency, Ben makes the case for why Rockets fans should remember the good times and give him a standing ovation at Toyota Center in Thur...
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Locked on Rockets — Feb. 1 — Peak team D return...
Are the December Rockets back? It's just one game, but Houston (36-16) was impressive in its 105-83 beatdown of Sacramento, representing just their second 20+ point victory of a 17-game January. Even with James Harden (3-of-9 FG, 10 points) not in MVP ...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 31 — Robert Land on le...
With the Rockets returning to Houston for a 4-game homestand, Houston Sports Talk and Locked on Texans host Robert Land joins Ben for a simulcast to examine the club's recent struggles (4-7 in last 11 games) and how they might turn it around. Topics ex...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 30 — Anonymous NBA coa...
An NBA coach explains the Xs and Os of Mike D'Antoni's success with the Rockets (35-16, West's No. 3 seed) thus far, including the complexity of his offense (or lack thereof), emphasis on pace of play, and usage of James Harden as the point guard.
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 29 — Tired legs, lack ...
It was the Rockets' 5th game of a 5-game road trip and 16th of a grueling 17-game January, and they played like it in a 120-101 loss in Indiana. Two nights after his brilliant 50-point triple double, James Harden had 8 turnovers and shot just 3-of-17 f...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 28 — Skid stops in Phi...
The Rockets (35-15) weren't at their best, but James Harden's MVP-level brilliance (51 points, 13 assists, 13 rebounds, 16-of-28 FG) led them to a much-needed win. We break down everything that happened in Philly, including Harden's increased willingne...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 26 — Brian Geltzeiler ...
With the Rockets having lost 6 of 9, have other NBA teams adjusted to Mike D'Antoni's system? Brian Geltzeiler (@hoopscritic) breaks down the Xs and Os of how opponents are playing Houston, as well as how the Rockets can succeed in adjusting back. Gelt...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 25 — Slump continues a...
James Harden had 30 points and 12 assists, but it still wasn't enough for the Rockets (34-15), who lost for the sixth time in nine games. We break down the reasons behind the latest loss, including Harden's struggles from the field (6-18 FG); tired leg...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 23 — Harden's excessiv...
James Harden's 11 turnovers and the Bucks’ 68-point first half put the Rockets (34-14) in a hole they couldn't recover from, leading to a 127-114 loss in Milwaukee (Houston's 5th L in 8 games). Twitter's Brandon B. Nohen joins Ben to dissect where thin...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 22 — Dekker's breakout...
Tired legs and the absence of Ryan Anderson on Saturday still weren't enough to hold down the Rockets (34-13), who rode a career game from Sam Dekker (30 points) and incredible efficiency from James Harden (29 points on 9 shots) to a 119-95 win over th...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 21 — Absences from And...
In the aftermath of Friday's loss to the Warriors, we offer our primary takeaways — including why disappearances this month from Eric Gordon and Ryan Anderson are much more troubling than the struggles of Corey Brewer. Ben also examines the lack of spa...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 20 — ESPN's Calvin Wat...
With James Harden voted as an All-Star starter for the first time, how much has Houston's perception around the NBA changed? Calvin Watkins, Rockets beat writer for ESPN.com, joins us to tackle that question and much more, including how Houston matches...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 18 — Houston shows hea...
Just 24 hours after one of their most sluggish performances, the Rockets (33-12) completely flipped the script, outhustling Milwaukee to a 111-92 win at Toyota Center. James Harden (38 points, 14-of-25 FG) and Eric Gordon (25 points, 7-of-17 threes) ea...
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Locked on Rockets — Jan. 17 — Slump continues a...
Despite another triple-double from James Harden (40 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists), the Miami Heat beat the Rockets on Tuesday night, 109-103, sending Houston to its third loss in four games. We examine the factors leading to Houston's first patch of...
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