Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the commentary from both ESPN's JJ Redick and Warriors star Draymond Green about the Houston Rockets rebuilding process, where both guys actually come to different conclusions about the state of things in Houston. Why is there a recurring trend of national media sharing negative thoughts about the Rockets, does Houston have a "perception" problem around the league, parallels between current Rockets and the bubble Phoenix Suns, why did Draymond arrive at a different conclusion than Redick and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss Tari Eason's huge impact as a Houston Rockets starter and more takeaways from the 121-108 loss against the Golden State Warriors. How Tari has grown from the beginning of the season to now, especially his impact on the defensive side of the ball, Rockets defensive scheme with Jabari at the five spot, keeping things competitive with the Warriors until late in the game despite missing Alperen Sengun and Jae'Sean Tate, Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green struggling to take care of the basketball against Golden State, Rockets with a more cohesive "identity" when starting Jabari at the five and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets pair of back-to-back games against the New Orleans Pelicans over the weekend, including Jabari Smith Jr.'s biggest shot of his career with the game-winning three-pointer on Friday and Jalen Green's efficient 40-piece on Sunday. What hitting that game-winner will do for Jabari's confidence, how Jalen is starting to play like a superstar by impacting the game in ways other than scoring, Alperen Sengun going head-to-head with Jonas Valanciunas and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss and break down Jabari Smith Jr.'s shooting now compared to earlier this season, what specific tweaks has he made to his form, who is working with him on his shot, how Jabari has grown and become more comfortable as a defender at the NBA level including small-ball center minutes, what playing alongside Alperen Sengun does for him on both ends of the court and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss Kevin Porter Jr. carrying the Houston Rockets to their 104-94 win against the Los Angeles Lakers who were without LeBron James & Anthony Davis. Why KPJ was able to have such an effective game against the Lakers, can we see "this version" of Kevin more often, how the Rockets defense actually looked GOOD with Alperen Sengun back in the lineup, Jabari Smith Jr. leveling out a bit but still hitting two HUGE threes late in this game, Jalen Green's struggles and why we didn't see the same level of aggression out of him and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses the Houston Rockets big-time 111-109 win at home against the Boston Celtics that came down to a final defensive stop on Jayson Tatum by Jabari Smith Jr. & Tari Eason. Jabari's growing confidence on the offensive end, Rockets defensive switching scheme without Alperen Sengun in the lineup, Jalen Green insanely hot start then struggling the rest of the game but stepping up big at the end when it mattered most, Kevin Porter Jr. with one of the best playmaking games of his career, Rockets with no answer for Jaylen Brown defensively, what does Jabari's success at the center spot mean for the future of Sengun and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss and react to the two biggest storylines from the Houston Rockets 119-111 close loss to the Chicago Bulls, in which Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets again in scoring and Kevin Porter Jr. had TWO moments of visible frustration with teammates and coaches. What has changed for Jabari over these past couple games, why did the Rockets unravel in the closing moments of this game against the Bulls, two concerning moments from KPJ, one on the court interaction involving Jabari and Alperen Sengun, another on the bench in a dispute with assistant coach Lionel Hollins and Tari Eason, what these moments say about KPJ's future and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss Jabari Smith Jr.'s best game of his career including a CLUTCH three-pointer to force overtime in the Houston Rockets 134-125 loss to the Indiana Pacers. How was Jabari able to get going in this game and score a career-high 30 points, Jalen Green struggling early against the defense from Myles Turner then finding success in the second half, Rockets defensive issues across the board in the first quarter, Stephen Silas going "small" with Jabari at the five to closeout the game, Daishen Nix holding the Rockets back in overtime and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Houston Rockets broadcaster and former NBA player Ryan Hollins (@TheRyanHollins) to discuss areas of improvement for Jalen Green from his rookie year to now, Alperen Sengun's defense and signs of growth on that end of the court, how Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason are navigating their rookie years constantly pushing each other to be better and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss how Jalen Green & Alperen Sengun shined early in the Houston Rockets 118-96 loss to the Brooklyn Nets and things to build on moving forward. Actions for Jalen & Alpi that were successful against Brooklyn, Jalen Green's aggressiveness on drives including two INSANE POSTERS on Nic Claxton, collapsing in the second quarter and allowing the Nets too many "momentum" plays, concerns with Jabari Smith Jr.'s defense and ways he can use his length/size on BOTH sides of the court to be better, the Rockets being much more intentional about pushing the pace in transition courtesy of guys like Kevin Porter Jr. and Jae'Sean Tate, TyTy Washington getting scrubbed from the rotation and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss Jalen Green's development relative to expectations between year one and year two, his growth as a playmaker and defender, how dynamics have shifted between rookie year to now, as well as arguments both for and against the idea of "tanking" the remaining games on the schedule and the frustrations surrounding the two recent wins against the San Antonio Spurs.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin)discusses the Houston Rockets back-to-back wins over the weekend against the San Antonio Spurs, Jalen Green's scoring explosion, Kevin Porter Jr. facilitating at a high level and the future draft lottery impact with the Spurs completely outmaneuvering the Rockets in the Tankathon race by sitting multiple players BOTH nights to ensure these losses. What do these two wins mean for draft lottery standings further down the line, encouraging offensive signs from Jalen Green. Kevin Porter Jr. with one of his best playmaking games of the season, the argument for Usman Garuba to get more minutes, Tari Eason continues to be a consistent force off the bench and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss Stephen Silas' newest comments on Alperen Sengun's defensive struggles, insight into Silas' defensive philosophy and how Sengun being benched the last two games was NOT a punishment, what do these comments mean for Sengun's role moving forward, what would we like to see the Houston Rockets attempt to do differently on defense + positives from the 133-112 loss to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, including Jalen Green's return to the lineup with a solid night and some flashy playmaking, Usman Garuba and Tari Eason's impact off the bench, TyTy Washington continuing to impress and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDubose) to discuss and react to the new wave of national media criticism directed toward the Houston Rockets from ESPN's Zach Lowe, Jonathan Givony and Brian Windhorst, in which Houston is called a "complete circus" and a "tire fire" and that "poor Stephen Silas" is a victim of a "renegade operation" highlighting possible issues with Houston locker room and culture stemming from Kevin Porter Jr. among other things. The two also discuss some positive national media commentary with ESPN's Tim MacMahon adding even more legitimacy to a possible James Harden return this offseason and what that would mean for the Rockets franchise.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the Houston Rockets games against the Golden State Warriors and Portland Trailblazers over the weekend and Alperen Sengun getting BENCHED in the third quarter of both contests. Why is Stephen Silas choosing to bench Sengun and nobody else, Rockets defensive issues go WAY beyond Sengun, getting cooked by Klay Thompson and Damian Lillard in back-to-back games, TyTy Washington as the Rockets starting point guard, Alperen Sengun & KJ Martin offensive chemistry and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Nathan Fogg (@NathanFogg1) to break down and discuss Houston Rockets 2023 NBA Draft Prospect Cam Whitmore from Villanova University, highlighting strengths (driving & finishing, shot creation) and weaknesses (playmaking), possible NBA comps, how his skills will translate to the NBA level, fit with the Houston Rockets and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses how the Houston Rockets potential head coaching search this offseason is already being impacted by teams like the Atlanta Hawks being proactive conducting their search early on and the risks the Rockets face by waiting until the end of the season, GM Rafael Stone's exclusive interview with The Athletic discussing the rebuild, how the Brandon Miller situation might affect his draft stock and what Houston might do at the top of the draft and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the four "lifeboats" for the Houston Rockets organization this offseason. Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, James Harden, and/or a new head coach, the likelihood of each of these options, how certain options may increase (or decrease) the chances of others, the proper timetable for hiring a new head coach, does Scoot Henderson mean committing to a more dragged out rebuilding timeline and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses and reacts to Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, Tari Eason & KJ Martin representing the Houston Rockets at NBA All-Star weekend in the Rising Stars Game, Skills Challenge & Slam Dunk Contest + Rockets owners Tilman Fertitta drops a "pray for Victor!" line on TV that is now the new battle cry for Houston fans from now until the draft lottery. Lastly, Jackson shares some additional thoughts on NBA All-Star weekend, Trey Murphey III and Mac McClung reviving the dunk contest, the LIVE All-Star draft and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Nathan Fogg (@NathanFogg1) to break down and discuss Houston Rockets 2023 NBA Draft Prospect Brandon Miller from the University of Alabama, highlighting strengths (shooting, defense) and weaknesses (inside scoring), possible NBA comps, how his skills will translate to the NBA level, fit with the Houston Rockets and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses and reacts to the Houston Rockets embarrassing 133-96 loss to the OKC Thunder and the questions surrounding head coach Stephen Silas and his impact moving forward. Would the Rockets be better off for the final 24 games moving on from Silas? Examples of concerning trends from the Rockets head coach, comments about Jabari Smith Jr.'s usage, lineups and rotations, how the team reacts to other schemes and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses positives and negatives from the Houston Rockets 123-104 loss against James Harden, Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. Jalen Green scored 29 points... But he was 6/20 from the field... But he had a career night at the free throw line! How concerned should we be over Jabari Smith Jr.'s struggles through two-thirds of his rookie campaign and what would he need to do over this final stretch to inspire more confidence moving forward? Usman Garuba encouraging defense against Embiid and TyTy Washington looking very comfortable as the backup PG off the Rockets bench, three-point shooting continues to be a serious issues across the board, why did Harden duck the media in Philly and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses and reacts to the Houston Rockets 97-95 loss to the Miami Heat off a botched defensive possession on the final play of the game by Daishen Nix. Nix getting lost on the final possession, Silas' decision to not switch defensively, Jabari Smith Jr.'s strong shooting night, Rockets staying competitive despite struggles from Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun, Jae'Sean Tate moves into starting lineup after Eric Gordon trade, TyTy Washington's impact off the bench, Jabari and Jalen clutch in the closing moments and more.

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discusses is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss and react to the Houston Rockets trading Eric Gordon, Garrison Mathews and Bruno Fernando at this year's NBA Trade Deadline for former Rocket John Wall, Danny Green, Justin Holiday, Frank Kaminsky, two future second round picks and the right to swap with the LA Clippers 2023 first round pick. The Rockets exceeding trade deadline expectations with these moves, how does the pick swap with LAC work for HOU, examples of second round picks being highly valuable, remembering Eric Gordon as a Houston Rockets and more.