Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

Monday's show covers the comments made by LeBron James toward Daryl Morey regarding China, followed by thoughts from Rockets open practice. Topics include the new rotation minus Gerald Green (broken foot); one dimensional versus multidimensional role players; and Russell Westbrook potentially shooting MORE threes.

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USA Today Rockets Wire editor and SportsTalk 790 reporter Ben DuBose joins Jackson for a Friday roundtable discussion. Topics include Daryl Morey's Twitter conundrum; first impressions of Russell Westbrook; viability of Ben McLemore; Harden's leadership and more.

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Tuesday's show recaps the Rockets 134-129 preseason loss against the Toronto Raptors in a game where defense was merely a suggestion. Topics include Russell Westbrook's long-awaited Rockets debut (13/2/6 in 20 minutes); brief summary of Daryl Morey's "Twittergate"; Westbrook's shot selection (1-of-6 from three) plus early chemistry with Capela; and final roster predictions.

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Friday's show, with new host Jackson Gatlin, recaps the Rockets 109-96 preseason win over the L.A. Clippers, Topics include a typical night from Harden (37/7/7); defensive culture being grown with the addition of veterans Thabo Sefolosha and Tyson Chandler; pace of play remains an offensive point of emphasis; Chris Clemons continues to impress.

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Tuesday’s show recaps Houston's blowout win over Shanghai in the preseason opener. Topics include a faster pace by James Harden (10/17/12 in 21 minutes) and Clint Capela (25/10); flashes by Chris Clemons (21) and Ben McLemore (17); and a tough road for Anthony Bennett.

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Saturday's episode offers key takeaways from Media Day and Day 1 of Rockets training camp, with emphasis on Russell Westbrook's great attitude and the quick re-integration of Ryan Anderson. In segment three (40:00), Ben makes an announcement on the show's future.

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Wednesday's show breaks down the reported return of sharpshooting big Ryan Anderson to the Houston Rockets (reasons it could work, and his potential role) and key storylines to watch for (health of Russell Westbrook and P.J. Tucker) at Friday's Media Day.

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Friday's episode breaks down the Rockets' signing of veteran forward Thabo Sefolosha; the NBA's unfortunate mistake in lowering Nene's trade value; and the implications of Daryl Morey's comments about no more contract extensions this year.

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In Wednesday's show, Roosh Williams and Ben DuBose break down new offseason rumors about who might join Houston’s roster (Thabo Sefolosha?) and who isn't (Iman Shumpert). They also take a deep dive into the 1995 "Clutch City" Rockets and their title run.

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SportsTalk 790 producer Jackson Gatlin joins Ben for a Friday the 13th roundtable chat. Topics include the implications of Nene's reported contract terms; new interview comments by coach Mike D'Antoni; the latest James Harden move; whether to start Eric Gordon or Danuel House Jr.; if P.J. Tucker is likely to land his desired contract extension; and much more.

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