Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

As Houston's schedule finally lightens, could some extended bench options earn PT? We catch up with rookie Kyle Wiltjer (interview at 10:13), who explains his development as a rookie, his collegiate background and NCAA bracket picks, and what it's like to play on an NBA contender and learn from the likes of Ryan Anderson and James Harden.

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How relevant was Sunday night's statement win for the Rockets (46-21), both from a confidence perspective and James Harden's MVP campaign? We break it all down with Seth Payne, the morning host for Houston's SportsRadio 610 and a former Houston Texans defensive lineman. Seth and Ben also explore favorable playoff matchups for Houston and what the Rockets should focus on most over the final 15 regular-season games, led by further integration for Lou Williams.

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Most Houston fans think James Harden deserves the NBA's 2016-17 MVP, but WILL he actually win it? On an off day for the Rockets, Ben dives into the numbers and explains why he thinks the odds are strongly in Harden's favor to bring home the award.

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In a possible MVP coronation for James Harden (38 points, 11 assists, 10 rebounds), the Rockets (46-21) came up with one of their biggest wins of the season. Despite going down 14 early against LeBron James and the defending champs, the Rockets showed the heart of a legitimate contender in fighting back. We examine how the Rockets climbed the mountain, including a dynamic closing stretch in the fourth quarter with crucial effort plays from Harden, Pat Beverley, Nene, and Ryan Anderson.

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The Rockets (45-21) snapped their two-game losing streak in a big way in Friday's blowout in Chicago, led by Ryan Anderson's brilliant return from injury (21 points, 6-of-12 on 3s) and a suffocating defense in the 2nd and 3rd quarters (when Chicago scored 30 points combined). Ben offers his takeways on the feel-good win, as well as why sudden injury issues in San Antonio and Golden State (Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, LaMarcus Aldridge) could be opening the door for Houston.

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In today's show, we examine Houston's recent wave of roster moves, led by the promotion of power forward Kyle Wiltjer to the active roster and the signing of swingman Troy Williams to a 10-day contract. We also catch up with play-by-play broadcaster Craig Ackerman (12:53) to update the health of Ryan Anderson (back) and dissect the Rockets' inconsistent play since the All-Star break, including the reasons behind disappointing losses to the Spurs and Jazz.

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James Harden had 35 points and the Utah Jazz were down two starters, but it still wasn't enough as Houston (44-21) lost its second consecutive game. Why are the Jazz (41-24) such a matchup problem? We examine the game plan implemented by Quin Snyder to slow the 3-point happy Rockets, as well as what adjustments Houston could make to counter big men like Rudy Gobert moving forward — including the potential use of an open roster spot.

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The Rockets (44-20) lost a tough one in San Antonio on Monday night, falling 112-110 to the Spurs despite grabbing an early 16-point lead. We examine both the pros and the cons, including James Harden's incredible efficiency (39 points, 12 assists, 13-of-20 FG), a lack of shooting help from the supporting cast, and dreadful officiating miscues in the closing minutes.

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The Spurs are the only Western Conference playoff team that Houston has a losing record against (1-2), and they're also a likely Round 2 playoff opponent. So what can the Rockets do to turn the tables in the fourth and final regular season game between the two teams? We break down the keys to the game — including better efficiency from James Harden and Ryan Anderson — with Jeff Garcia, host of Locked on Spurs and a writer for San Antonio's NBC and FOX affiliates.

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The Rockets (44-19) took care of business in a big way on Saturday vs. Memphis. We look at the factors behind the win, including outstanding efficiency from James Harden and Eric Gordon (12-of-19 from 3) and strong performances inside from Clint Capela (24 points, 11 rebounds, 8-of-10 FTs) and Nene against Marc Gasol.

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