Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss Austin Rivers' postgame comments about Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. needing to learn "how to play the right way" + a Houston Rockets midseason check-in now that we are at the 40 game mark. What have we learned about this team so far?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the Houston Rockets 104-96 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves where Houston led by as many as 20 points midway through the second quarter... So what happened? How the Rockets got off to such a hot start, Jalen Green facilitating despite missing shots, Kevin Porter Jr. continuing to play more off-ball, pushing the pace and getting in transition with a season-high 22 fast break points, Alperen Sengun's monster first half then struggling in the second, encouraging signs from Jabari Smith Jr., impactful play off the bench from KJ Martin, Jae'Sean Tate and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss Jae'Sean Tate's return to the Houston Rockets lineup in what was mostly a competitive game against the Utah Jazz until late in the fourth quarter. Tate's energy, presence on both sides of the floor and impact on rotations/lineups, Rockets struggling to contain Lauri Markkennan who scored a career-high 49 points, Alperen Sengun's big night on the boards, Jalen Green dropping 30 by getting to the free throw line and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets embarrassing, blowout loss against the New Orleans Pelicans, including Stephen Silas being ejected from the game at the end of the first quarter. Rockets starting the game off poorly and going down BIG early, some one-sided officiating and frustration with the game leading to Silas getting ejected, how much longer does Silas have as the Rockets head coach, Jabari Smith Jr. playing with heart despite being blow out, KJ Martin perfect 7/7 FG off the bench, John Lucas coaching decisions filling in for Silas and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the Houston Rockets coming up just short against the Dallas Mavericks at home + their Rockets New Year's resolutions. Jalen Green shooting struggles, but aggressiveness in getting to the foul line, Jabari Smith Jr. with some fantastic defense on Luka Doncic in the first half and late in the game, what allowed the Mavs to get back into the game in the second half, Alperen Sengun returns to the lineup and makes the offense look SO MUCH better, Rockets New Year's resolutions and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses Eric Gordon's damning "no improvement" comments after the Houston Rockets ugly 108-88 loss to the New York Knicks on New Year's Eve. Unpacking Gordon's FULL postgame comments and the reasons for them, was this EG's last game as a Rocket, turnovers and poor execution against the Knicks and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets frustrating 129-114 loss to the Dallas Mavericks after a promising first quarter. Jabari Smith Jr. ON FIRE early in the game, but the Rockets failed to go back to him over the course of the next three quarters, lack of urgency in transition, poor body language and effort leading to defensive lapses, Alperen Sengun foul trouble, and Usman Garuba's impact + Jackson shares the BEST and WORST from 2022 in the final podcast of the year.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss the Houston Rockets player hierarchy, how the team prioritizes Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr., Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr., things that each player can do to make life easier for teammates on the floor + could Devin Booker's injury force the Phoenix Suns to trade for Eric Gordon?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss encouraging signs and a competitive Houston Rockets game despite the 126-102 final score against the Boston Celtics. Jalen Green struggling in the first half then going OFF in the third quarter, Kevin Porter Jr. carrying the offense early and having a flawless playmaking game (9 assists 0 Turnovers), TyTy Washington's play helping elevate the Rockets bench unit, competitive game against the best team in the NBA on the second night of a back-to-back, Alperen Sengun a non-factor offensively (0 points, 0/3 FG, 22 minutes), Jabari Smith Jr.'s shooting slump continues and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr. & Alperen Sengun combining for 85 points(!) and leading the Houston Rockets to a big-time win against the Chicago Bulls 133-118. KPJ with his best game as a Rocket since dropping 50 and 11 against the Bucks, Jalen Green on fire early, Alperen Sengun insanely efficient night + LOTS of dunks, unselfishness creating good ball movement and quality offense, Rockets responding to the Bulls with a HUGE 17-1 run in the third quarter, good game management and rotations by Stephen Silas in the second half and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the the holiday Woj bomb that James Harden is reportedly "seriously considering a return to the Houston Rockets in free agency this July" and what that would mean for the Rockets timeline moving forward. Why would Harden want to leave Philly? Is this possibly just a leverage play? How would Harden returning benefit guys like Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr.? What would the expectations be for a Harden-led Rockets team this time around?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss the latest rumor shared by ESPN's Tim MacMahon that the current buzz around the league is to watch out for a potential James Harden return to Houston if it doesn't work out in Philly. What are the pros and cons to a Harden homecoming? Would it be the right move for this young group?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets getting blown out by the San Antonio Spurs for the second time in less than two weeks and what this loss tells us about the team. Backcourt struggles for Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr., Alperen Sengun the only positive out of the Rockets starters, defensive issues containing the Spurs as FIVE players scored in double-figures off the bench, reporting on trade interest surrounding Eric Gordon, Jae'Sean Tate, Tari Eason and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss takeaways from the last two Houston Rockets games against the Miami Heat and Portland Trailblazers, focusing on the confidence the group is playing with defensively, especially at the end of games, how that is raising the floor of the overall defense, TyTy Washington starting to get legitimate rotation minutes, pros and cons of TyTy vs. Daishen Nix, how the Rockets have attempted to balance a 12-13 man rotation so far and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss the latest report concerning KJ Martin and Eric Gordon trade rumors, with KJ reportedly "hoping to be moved to a team that can give him a more significant role", how the Rockets should handle KJ moving forward, what does a good return even look like for Gordon at this point, and lastly the two discuss encouraging defensive developments for the young Rockets, spearheaded by Jabari Smith Jr.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) talks discusses the Houston Rockets 111-97 win against a depleted Phoenix Suns team missing Devin Booker and Cam Johnson completely, and Deandre Ayton and Cam Payne not playing in the second half. Jalen Green finding ways to be efficient despite the outside shot not falling, Jabari Smith Jr. with a great first half, but then forgotten about in the second, Alperen Sengun being a monster on the glass, Kevin Porter Jr. struggling throughout the game, too many turnovers and an overall poor shooting night for Houston, and lastly Jackson explores the idea of "fake wins" and all the factors that add context to this game.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the latest reported NBA trade buzz concerning Eric Gordon, KJ Martin and the Houston Rockets possibly being involved in a three-team deal with the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks. What does a good return look like for Gordon at this point? Why does KJ's name keep popping up in trade rumors? Is there more to be gained by packaging those players together?

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets gutsy, emotional win against the Milwaukee Bucks in the absence of their head coach Stephen Silas, behind a GREAT defensive performance from Jabari Smith Jr. and an incredibly efficient 30-point night from Jalen Green. How the Rockets slowed down Giannis Antetokounmpo with Jabari as his primary defender, capitalizing on good defense by getting out in transition, Jalen working the two-man game with Alperen Sengun, Kevin Porter Jr. with two key defensive stops late in the game and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss and react to national criticism of the Houston Rockets by ESPN's Zach Lowe and Jonathan Givony, who voiced concerns over Houston's lack of offseason structure and how that's impacting Jabari Smith Jr.'s development, but also praised players like rookie Tari Eason and KJ Martin. The two then share data on the Rockets primary ball handlers (Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr. and Eric Gordon) and how they've looked this season operating with Alperen Sengun as the primary screener.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the Houston Rockets chances to start changing the narrative surround the team, it's players, and head coach Stephen Silas as the schedule eases up here in December with a 7-game homestand, Jalen Green splits this season (road vs. home, month to month, etc.), and the future of the small forward spot between Jae'Sean Tate (is he still alive?), KJ Martin and Tari Eason.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets impressive DOUBLE OVERTIME win against Joel Embiid, James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers with so many different players contributing in key ways down the stretch. Jalen Green's huge night scoring in the paint, Kevin Porter Jr.'s game-saving plays against Harden and Embiid, Tari Eason's huge spark off the bench in the third quarter, Alperen Sengun staying aggressive on defense with five fouls, Jabari Smith Jr.'s big-time threes and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets back-to-back slate of weekend games with Friday's 122-121 comeback win against the Phoenix Suns and Saturday's 120-101 stinker against the Golden State Warriors. Jalen Green's HUGE 20-point third quarter to spearhead the Rockets comeback against the Suns, followed by Kevin Porter Jr. and Bruno Fernando carrying in the fourth, perimeter defense allowing Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins and Jordan Poole to go off, the Rockets refusal to make Alperen Sengun a focal point, capitalizing on positive chemistry between Jalen/Sengun and KPJ/Bruno and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss the disappointing level of the play from the Houston Rockets second game in Denver after a promising three quarters in game one against the Nuggets, how the rotations at center will likely look moving forward with Alperen Sengun, Usman Garuba, and Bruno Fernado, and a deep-dive on what's happening with the Rockets defense and ideas on how it can be improved.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets 120-100 blowout loss against the Denver Nuggets, focusing on the slow start on both sides of the ball. What changed from game one to game two against Denver, why the Rockets are getting off to slow starts, how this loss is NOT the end of the world and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) sits down with Houston Rockets rookie forward Tari Eason (@TAR13ASON) to discuss working with the coaching staff to become a better finisher around the rim, where his competitiveness comes from, how he and Josh Christopher push each other behind the scenes, defensive impact off the bench and more.