Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

NO DEAL: Tari Eason & Houston Rockets Contract Extension Talks COLLAPSE | Is His FUTURE In JEOPARDY? Tari Eason's contract saga with the Houston Rockets takes an unexpected turn. Will this decision reshape the team's future? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the implications of Eason not reaching a rookie extension, exploring how it impacts the Rockets' roster plans and on-court dynamics...

Houston Rockets Season Preview: BIG QUESTIONS For Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson & More Kevin Durant's contract extension shakes up the Houston Rockets' future. Is this the move that propels them to NBA contention? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohosts Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the...

Kevin Durant SHOCKS NBA With Unprecedented Rockets EXTENSION | Tari Eason's Future Hangs In Balance Kevin Durant's $90 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets reshapes the NBA landscape. Is this a game-changing move for the franchise's championship aspirations? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the financial implications of Durant's deal, exploring how it impacts the Rockets'...

Hosts Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs), Joe Mullinax (Locked On Grizzlies), Rylan Stiles (Locked On Thunder), Ben Beecken (Locked On Wolves), Matt Moore (Locked On Nuggets), Jackson Gatlin (Locked On Rockets), Ben Garcia (Locked On Suns), and David Locke (Locked On Jazz) break down whether the Oklahoma City Thunder can repeat atop the West without relying on injuries, focusing on the crucial offensi...

Reed Sheppard SHATTERS Expectations In Rockets Preseason Finale | Is He Houston's MISSING PIECE? ROCKETS STUN HAWKS: Reed Sheppard's 29-point explosion ignites Houston's preseason finale. Is the rookie ready for a starting role? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Houston Rockets' impressive 133-115 victory, highlighting Sheppard's game-changing plays and Josh Okogie's two-way impact....

Jabari Smith Jr. DOMINATES As Rockets JUMBO Lineup CRUSHES Pelicans | NBA's Next BIG THING? Rockets' Jumbo Lineup DOMINATES Pelicans. Is this Houston's competitive edge? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Houston Rockets' impressive preseason victory, highlighting their monstrous starting five that outscored New Orleans by 12 points in just 12 minutes. The analysis covers Jabari Smith...

Rockets Preseason DRESS REHEARSAL Vs Pelicans | Will Houston ADDRESS Defensive CONCERNS? Houston Rockets gear up for a preseason clash against New Orleans Pelicans. Will Ime Udoka's defensive strategy hold up against Zion Williamson's powerhouse offense? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' impressive offensive rating in preseason, highlighting improved ball movement and Alpere...

Rockets SHATTER NBA Award Expectations | Kevin Durant Or Alperen Sengun DARK HORSE MVP Odds? Houston Rockets' NBA award chances take center stage. Will Kevin Durant or Alperen Sengun emerge as MVP contenders? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' odds for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player and more. He analyzes Amen Thompson's DPOY prospects, debates the eli...

Rockets Amen Thompson CRUSHES NBA GM Survey | Is Houston's Rising Star DESTINED For All-Star Status? Rockets Amen Thompson stuns GMs in annual survey. Is Houston poised for a championship run? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost SportsRadio 610’s Brandon Scott (@brandonkscott) to break down the NBA GM survey results, highlighting Thompson's impressive rankings in multiple ca...

Kevin Durant ELECTRIC In Houston Rockets DEBUT | Alperen Sengun's MASTERCLASS Playmaking Performance The wait is over as Kevin Durant makes his OFFICIAL debut for the Houston Rockets. Is this the dawn of a new era? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) dives into KD's impressive 20-point performance against the Utah Jazz, showcasing his elite scoring ability and game-changing potential. Explore Alperen...

Rockets WAY TOO EARLY Point Guard STOCK WATCH: Amen, Reed... JD? | Kevin Durant DEBUT Expectations Houston Rockets' point guard puzzle: Amen Thompson shows promise, Reed Sheppard stumbles, and J.D. Davison surprises. Buy, sell, or hold? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) analyze Thompson's improved ball handling, Sheppar...

Alperen Sengun SHINES As Rockets OFFENSIVE ENGINE Vs Hawks | All-NBA LEAP Coming?  Houston Rockets stun Atlanta Hawks in preseason opener. Is Alperen Sengun on his way to an All-NBA caliber season?  Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' impressive victory, highlighting Sengun's dominant 19-point first-half performance and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers Jabar...

Rockets KEY Training Camp Takeaways: Kevin Durant's GRAVITY, Double-Big IMPACT, Sheppard's ROLE ROCKETS DOUBLE DOWN ON BIG LINEUP STRATEGY. Is this the key to Houston's championship hopes? Training camp takeaways reveal the Houston Rockets' commitment to a double big lineup, with acquisitions of Clint Capela and Steven Adams reinforcing this philosophy. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by...

Tari Eason Rockets SIXTH MAN Or STARTER, Which Role FITS Best? | Capela Talks STRENGTH Of Double-Big Is a Sixth Man of the Year campaign on the horizon for Tari Eason? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' fourth day of training camp, highlighting Eason's expanded role and JD Davison's impressive performance. The discussion covers potential starting lineup changes, with Kevin Du...

Kevin Durant HINTS At Rockets Playmaking REVOLUTION Led By Alperen Sengun | PG Crisis SOLVED? Houston Rockets shake up training camp with Kevin Durant's insights. Is a new offensive strategy on the horizon? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost SportsRadio 610’s Brandon Scott (@brandonkscott) to break down Day 3 of Rockets camp, highlighting KD's comments on team dynamics and...

Rockets Depth TESTED Early As Finney-Smith SIDELINED With No Timetable | Udoka Faces Uphill Battle Injuries strike Houston Rockets' training camp. How will this reshape their season strategy? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' injury woes, focusing on Dorian Finney-Smith's ankle surgery and Fred VanVleet's ACL concerns. He analyzes potential lineup adjustments, including doub...

Rockets MONSTROUS Lineup Could Be Total GAME-CHANGER | Amen Thompson Shooting Confidence GROWS Houston Rockets' supersized lineup could be a total game-changer. Will this towering strategy reshape the NBA landscape? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' impressive first day, highlighting potential starting five combinations that could make Houston one of the tallest teams in lea...

Rockets Media Day TAKEAWAYS: Kevin Durant CONFIRMS Extension, Reed Sheppard READY To Shine & More Houston Rockets shake up NBA landscape with Kevin Durant's commitment. Is a championship run on the horizon? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Houston Rockets Media Day, highlighting KD's contract extension talks and Ime Udoka's pivotal role in attracting star talent. The discussion covers J...

It's time for another episode of the NBA Squad! Today we are breaking down the Houston Rockets' nightmare Fred VanVleet injury, what we want to see from NBA Media Days, whether or not the Oklahoma City Thunder can take another step up and more!   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba   Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Dra...

Locked On Rockets BEHIND THE SCENES | NBA Reporting, Player Interactions, Game Day Routine & More **RECORDED BEFORE FRED VANVLEET INJURY** From Rockets Fan to NBA Reporter: Jackson Gatlin's Journey Houston Rockets diehard turned credentialed media member Jackson Gatlin shares his unique path in sports journalism. Discover how childhood memories of Steve Francis and Yao Ming sparked a career coveri...

Alperen Sengun All-NBA PUSH & Amen Thompson Offensive GROWTH | Which Rocket Makes The BIGGER LEAP? **RECORDED BEFORE FRED VANVLEET INJURY** ROCKETS' RISING STARS: Sengun and Thompson poised for breakout seasons? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by SportsRadio 610’s Brandon Scott (@brandonkscott) to discuss these young talents' strengths, weaknesses, and projected stat lines. From Sengun's...

Kevin Durant & Alperen Sengun To IGNITE Rockets Offensive REVOLUTION | Houston EYEING TOP-5 Attack? **RECORDED BEFORE FRED VANVLEET INJURY** Kevin Durant joins the Houston Rockets. Will his arrival catapult the team's offense to new heights? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) analyze KD's game-changing impact on the Rock...

Houston Rockets DEVASTATED By Fred VanVleet's ACL Tear | Will Amen Thompson & Reed Sheppard STEP UP? Houston Rockets face major setback as Fred VanVleet suffers ACL tear. How will this injury reshape the team's strategy and playoff aspirations? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the far-reaching implications of VanVleet's absence, exploring potential lineup adjustments and the increased p...

Rockets GAMBLING On Reed Sheppard As X-FACTOR | Will He Help LEVEL-UP Houston's Offense? Houston Rockets' roster shakeup: Reed Sheppard's X-factor potential and Amen Thompson's defensive prowess. Will the Rockets' double-big experiment revolutionize their gameplay? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets' evolving strategy, highlighting Sheppard's unknown impact and Thompson's DPOY...

Amen Thompson SKYROCKETS Into NBA's Top 50 | How Much HIGHER Can Rockets Young Star CLIMB? Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson cracks NBA Top 50. Can the young star sensation climb even higher? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss and dissect the Locked On NBA Top 100 Players poll, focusing on Rockets standouts. They...