Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

National NBA writer Matt Moore explains his skepticism of Houston entering this season and the team’s biggest early flaws (led by Carmelo Anthony’s defense). Even so, Matt says there are many reasons not to panic, including multi-game absences for Chris Paul and James Harden and the integration of several new pieces. Matt also outlines why Houston and Jimmy Butler may need one another.

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Sunday's show explores the current problems with the Rockets (1-4) on both offense and defense, including why it's too simplistic to put the majority on the blame on Carmelo Anthony or the offseason departures of Trevor Ariza and Luc Mbah a Moute.

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The Athletic's Kelly Iko joined us Friday to discuss the latest news surrounding the Rockets, including their rumored re-emergence as a Jimmy Butler suitor; the latest injuries to players including James Harden, James Ennis, and Nene; the reputation of Chris Paul around the NBA; and the possibility of signing a current free agent for depth, such as Nick Young or Anthony Morrow.

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Thursday's show includes the latest injury updates from the Rockets (James Harden, James Ennis, and Nene), along with reaction to an ESPN report that Houston is making a renewed trade push for Minnesota's Jimmy Butler.

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In the last game of Chris Paul's suspension, the lack of playmaking was glaring as Houston (1-3) lost 100-89 to Utah. Carmelo Anthony (22 points) had his best game of 2018 and the defensive effort was much improved, but Eric Gordon was woeful from outside (1-of-12 on 3s) and James Harden (29/7) left early with a hamstring injury. Our recap breaks it all down, including a medical update on Harden and why the mounting losses are a concern — even on October 24.

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"Voice of the Rockets" Craig Ackerman breaks down the 1-2 start, led by key events (CP3 fracas) on the LA road trip; whether wing defense or rim protection is the main deficiency; fixing problems with Carmelo Anthony and Michael Carter-Williams; replacing the injured James Ennis (hamstring); and much more.

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In their first of two games without Chris Paul (suspension), the Rockets (1-2) lost to the Clippers on night two of a road back-to-back. James Harden (22/14), Clint Capela (24 points, 11/14 FG), and Eric Gordon (21 points, 5 3s) were strong, but bench players including Carmelo Anthony and Michael Carter-Williams struggled.

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The Rockets (1-1) won their first game of the season behind strong performances from James Harden and Chris Paul (combined 64 points, 15 assists on 19/36 FG). Our postgame show explores how the Rockets overcame LeBron James in his home opener, gritty efforts from several role players (Carmelo Anthony +23, Eric Gordon +18), and the late fracas involving CP3, Rajon Rondo, and Brandon Ingram.

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After Thursday's ALCS loss by the Astros, our Ben DuBose reflects on the near-misses of 2018 for Houston's flagship franchises. Topics include the value of the journey fans; reconciling satisfaction over regular-season results with each club's "championship or bust" approach; and much more.

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Wednesday's show recaps Houston's stunning 131-112 loss in the home season opener vs. New Orleans, including why listless efforts by stars James Harden (-23), Chris Paul (-19), and Clint Capela (-14) were more to blame than new role players or Xs and Os.

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