Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

Should the Rockets (2-0) really be underdogs entering Saturday's Game 3 in Utah? Thursday’s show explores the shaky logic there and also what adjustments the Jazz can make to turn the tide after Houston won the first two games by an average of 26 points.

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Houston took a 2-0 series lead with a 118-98 rout of Utah in Game 2. Our recap hits the highlights, led by James Harden’s MVP form (32/13/10); Eric Gordon and PJ Tucker (7/13 on 3s) staying hot; and more elite D by Chris Paul, Clint Capela, and the supporting cast.

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With Boogie Cousins likely out for the postseason and the Warriors in a 1-1 tie with the Clippers after blowing a 31-point lead in Game 2, Tuesday's show explores the ripple effects to Houston from the rest of the West playoff bracket.

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After a 32-point beatdown, what can Utah change for Game 2? In Tuesday's show, Matt Cardenas and Ben talk potential adjustments, led by defensive strategy on James Harden (29/10). Other topics include Mike D’Antoni’s initial playoff rotation and how Houston slowed Donovan Mitchell (7/18 FG) and Joe Ingles (3 points).

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James Harden (29/10/8) and Chris Paul (14/7) each played like stars, and Houston’s resurgent defense again held Utah below its norms in a 122-90 blowout. Monday’s recap explores the key takeaways from Game 1 and what it means for Wednesday’s Game 2.

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Utah broadcaster David Locke joins Ben on Friday's show to preview the Round 1 series between the Jazz and Rockets. Topics include whether Utah has enough offense; how their defense forces Houston out of its comfort zones; and Chris Paul as a key variable.

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Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown (11:00) joins Thursday's show to discuss his past year; relationships with old teammates; early thoughts on the Utah series and the Warriors possibility in Round 2; and the evolution of friends James Harden and Chris Paul.

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Houston (53-29) led by 14 late at OKC with the No. 2 seed in their grasp, then let it all slip away. The No. 4 seed is now likely, with GSW waiting if they advance.

Wednesday’s recap explores what went wrong, led by another offensive lull in a key spot.

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Monday’s show explores the playoff landscape for the now third-seeded Rockets (53-28) entering the regular season’s final two days, including pivotal games to watch for if Houston wins at OKC and if Houston loses.

Ben also touches on keys to the game, led by the importance of 1-on-1 play from James Harden and Chris Paul; defense from Austin Rivers and Danuel House Jr.; and the need for Clint Capela to hold his own inside against Oklahoma City's Steven Adams.

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The Suns trapped MVP James Harden (30/13/9) all night, and Eric Gordon (8/13 on 3s), Clint Capela (22/13), and others made them pay as Houston (53-28) won its 20th of 23 games. Sunday's show recaps the game and the playoff race with only two days left.

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