Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show recap the Houston Rockets earning a win on the road against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday and snapping their three-game losing streak. Astros center fielder Jake Meyers has showed early success in four Grapefruit League games, going 2-for-6 with four walks and a double. Pitcher Justin Verlander reported to camp two weeks behind schedule due to a shoulder injury; however, Verlander was able to throw 60 pitches in the bullpen on Sunday. Verlander has yet to face live batting, so will he be ready for Opening Day? Matt and Ross celebrate Cougars men's basketball remaining in the No. 1 spot on the AP Top 25, react to Johnny Manziel saying he will boycott the annual Heisman Trophy ceremony until former USC running back Reggie Bush gets his trophy back, play "To Tell the Truth" and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the Houston Rockets losing 105-110 to the Suns at Phoenix. Rookie Cam Whitmore and Suns guard Devin Booker got into a heated exchange and shoving match after Booker hit his sixth three midway through the fourth quarter. Booker was called for a foul while both players received technicals. Shortly after the scuffle, Alperen Şengün was ejected after receiving a second technical for complaining about a foul call. The Suns will host the Rockets again on Saturday. Shohei Ohtani shocked the baseball world and the Los Angeles Dodgers after he announced his marriage via Instagram on Thursday. Ohtani was reluctant to provide details, saying through an interpreter "I don't really feel comfortable talking about when I got married exactly, but she's a normal Japanese woman." Matt and Ross recap Astros pitcher Framber Valdez struggling in his spring training debut against the Washington Nationals, react to NFL prospect Tyler Owens telling media at the NFL Combine that he doesn't believe in space, break down rumors of running back Saquon Barkley coming to the Texans in free agency, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the NFL Players Association Report Card for the Houston Texans. According to the players' union, the Texans remain "a high-quality organization to work for as a player" and ranked highly in the food services, head coach and dietician categories. As the Astros continue to participate in spring training matchups, much attention is on third baseman Alex Bregman who will become a free agent at the end of this upcoming season. Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins to give an update on when the Astros will make an extension offer, as well as other players preparing for Opening Day. The Rockets are in Phoenix to take on the Suns tonight, and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka joins to preview the Western Conference contest and the possibility of guard Jalen Green missing his first game of the season. Matt and Ross review Texans general manager Nick Caserio's latest comments from the NFL Scouting Combine, say "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to preview the first of two consecutive games against the Suns in Phoenix. The last time these Western Conference teams met, the Rockets hosted the Suns and beat them 114-110. However, tonight's rematch could be the first time this season the Rockets are without guard Jalen Green in the lineup, who is currently listed as questionable with illness. "Health is premium for our guys," Udoka said. Nevertheless, Udoka is confident in rookie Amen Thompson's ability to step up if Green is out. Despite winning over the Suns on February 23, the Rockets struggled to guard center Bol Bol, who scored 25 points, and even faced difficulty with Chet Holmgren in their last two games against the Oklahoma City Thunder. These long centers "are playing a lot on the perimeter," but "the game has changed and you really have to adapt with it." The Rockets' last two games were against the Thunder, and the next two are against the Suns. However, Udoka is not opposed to playing opponents back-to-back. "There are some benefits to it," and it gives "a little bit of a playoff atmosphere."

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show to give the latest updates from Houston Astros spring training at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in Florida.
At the conclusion of this upcoming season, third baseman Alex Bregman will be a free agent. However, the Astros have the ability to extend Bregman. "I don't think there is [an offer] right now," but "I would expect one in the next four weeks," McTaggart said. Pitcher Justin Verlander reported to spring training with right shoulder issues and has yet to face hitters. Verlander is taking it "day-to-day" and "things could change," but he "seems like he's progressing pretty well." The Astros signed pitcher Josh Hader to a five-year, $95 million contract last month, and many speculated whether Hader's addition to the team would ruffle Ryan Pressly's feathers as Hader would become the new closer, but McTaggart says it hasn't been an issue in the clubhouse. "Pressly wants to win as much as anybody." McTaggart also comments on designated hitter Yordan Álvarez, who "wants to play more left field," and Jake Meyers' return to center field.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to Houston Astros manager Joe Espada saying that left fielder and designated hitter Yordan Alvarez will likely bat in the No. 2 spot instead of his usual No. 3 hole. Following an 82-76 overtime win at Baylor on Saturday, Cougars men's basketball moves to the top spot on The Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll. This is the first time the Cougars have claimed the No. 1 spot this season, surpassing reigning national champion UConn. Matt and Ross review the Rockets losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, debate whether fans should be allowed to storm the court after Wake Forest fans injured Duke center Kyle Filipowski, discuss Cary McNair Jr. dropping a guardianship lawsuit against his mother and Texans owner Janice McNair, play To Tell the Truth, give their Gut Feelings and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to breaking news that the NFL has announced a $30-plus million increase in salary cap. The Houston Texans will have about $67.5 million in salary cap space. How will the Texans choose to spend this money and what free agents will benefit? Many MLB fans and players are complaining over new uniforms designed by Nike and manufactured by Fanatics, calling the fabric cheap. Much of the criticism has revolved around the new pants, which are partially see-through. Will Nike and Fanatics make changes before the beginning of the season? Matt and Ross preview the Rockets hosting the Phoenix Suns tonight following their 127-105 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday, review Astros pitcher J.P. France throwing off the mound, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more on this Anything Goes Friday.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show preview the Houston Rockets arriving in New Orleans to take on the Pelicans tonight. Following the All-Star break, the Rockets enter the last third of their season and head coach Ime Udoka is not making significant changes to the lineup. During an interview with Shannon Sharpe on his podcast Club Shay Shay, former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel spoke on his controversial past. The 2012 Heisman Trophy winner says that his father secretly negotiated with then-head coach Kevin Sumlin for a $3 million deal to get Manziel to stay with the Aggies. Matt and Ross preview the Astros 2024 season as the team participates in full-squad workouts at spring training, predict quarterback Justin Fields' future in the NFL, say "I Just Don't Get it" and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show discuss the future of the Houston Astros with key players moving closer to free agency. Ross also recaps his visit to Astros spring training at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in Florida. According to an article from Bloomberg, Tilman Fertitta, owner of the Rockets, has renewed conversations with the NHL on bringing a team to Houston. Professional hockey has not been in the city since 2013 when the minor-league Houston Aeros relocated to Iowa. Could Houston host an NHL team within the decade? Matt and Ross break down which NFL players could be franchise-tagged, give their Gut Feelings, tell people to Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time and more.

Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show and Dan Mathews of The A-Team go live from CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in Florida as the second day of full-squad workouts conclude for the Houston Astros at spring training. Utility player Mauricio Dubón, pitching prospect Spencer Arrighetti, catching prospect Luke Berryhill and manager Joe Espada all join the show to give their latest updates and share experiences from Astros spring training.