Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

In today's simulcast, Salman Ali and Forrest Walker of Red Nation Hoops join forces with Ben DuBose of Locked on Rockets to break down all angles of the first-round series vs. the Thunder, as well as what Houston fans should take away from the 55-27 season.

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In tonight's episode, we break down the implications of the Houston-Oklahoma City playoff schedule and take questions from listeners on the Xs and Os of the first-round series, a potential X-factor for the Thunder, and the significance of the MVP, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year awards for the Rockets.

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The Rockets (55-27) finished out the 2016-17 regular season in style while securing the fourth-best record in franchise history. In tonight's postgame show, we reflect on the importance of the record for the team, as well as individual standouts (James Harden, Clint Capela) from the finale win and what it means for the playoff run ahead.

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In today's episode, we examine what lessons the Rockets (54-27) can take from the Clippers loss, what strategies Mike D'Antoni is likely to employ in Wednesday's regular season finale vs. Minnesota, and the current state of James Harden's MVP candicacy after another incredible late-game finish from Russell Westbrook.

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It didn't count for much in the standings, but the Rockets (54-26) saw several positive developments Sunday night with a 135-128 win in Sacramento. We break down areas that could be encouraging signs for Houston's playoff outlook, including strong returns for Ryan Anderson (21 points, 7-of-9 FG in 23 minutes) and Clint Capela (18 points, 8-of-8 FG, +28) and a mammoth 35/15/11 stat line for #MVP candidate James Harden.

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With Ryan Anderson's return, the Rockets (53-25) now have their playoff rotation in place. What will happen once they're there? Brian Geltzeiler (@hoopscritic) of NBATV and SiriusXM joins us (at 9:07) to break down the probable Houston-Oklahoma City playoff matchup, as well as why he still believes James Harden should and will win the league's MVP award. #Rockets #NBA #Playoffs #MVP #Harden

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The Rockets officially clinched the West's No. 3 seed on Wednesday night, sparked by the return of the healthy, MVP version of James Harden (31/10/7). We examine how Harden did it, including a run of 14 consecutive points late in the fourth quarter, as well as a strong rebounding game for Houston (Pat Beverley had 11, HOU led 56-51 overall) against Denver's enormous front line.

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ESPN beat writer Calvin Watkins joins us to review Troy Williams' superb debut with the Rockets, injuries to Sam Dekker and Ryan Anderson, the importance of rest, and the current state of James Harden's MVP campaign. Calvin also breaks down why he's picking the Astros to win the AL West and explains why he doesn't think Texans fans should be bummed out over not acquiring Tony Romo.

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Despite James Harden and Trevor Ariza sitting out, the Rockets (52-25) snapped their three-game losing streak in Phoenix with a 123-116 win over the Suns. Pat Beverley (26/9/8) and Troy Williams (career-high 6 three-pointers) led the way, but Sam Dekker broke his hand in the closing minutes. In tonight's show, we break down what it means as Houston closes out the regular season and attempts to finalize a playoff rotation.

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For the first time all season, the Rockets (51-25) have lost three consecutive games. We break down what ailed Houston in Friday's loss to Golden State, including ongoing physical limitations of fatigue and injuries, an awful stretch from Clint Capela, and a dirty play involving Draymond Green and James Harden.

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