Red Nation Hoops: A Houston Rockets Pod

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) discuss:-Reactions to massive Clint Capela for Robert Covington trade-The era of micro-ball begins-How does Houston change on offense and defense?-Did the Rockets get better?-Can Houston succeed at the highest levels playing this small?-Is there more to come? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Googl...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:-Thoughts on Kobe Bryant and the tragedy-Eric Gordon moved back into starting lineup-Can the Rockets sustain the amount of small ball they're playing?-How long will it take for Clint Capela's heel to heal?-Trade deadline preview. What assets do the Rockets have to work with?-How viable is a Clint Capela trade? Listen to The...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA):-Rockets trying to bounce back from losing streak-What caused the losing streak and how can the Rockets improve going forward?-Russell Westbrook's excellent play in January-Westbrook's changed shot profile and leadership role-Previewing the trade deadlineListen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Pl...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss:-Gary Clark waived by Rockets-Rockets closing in on healthy roster -Ben McLemore moved to starting small forward. Danuel House to come off bench-Isaiah Hartenstein continues to flourish-Why aren't the Rockets blowing teams out more often? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitch...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) discuss:-How important is Eric Gordon to the Rockets on both ends?-Will Isaiah Hartenstein hang on to his backup center spot?-How important is the luxury tax for Houston this season?-What do the Rockets need to acquire at the trade deadline? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher,...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Sports Illustrated's Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) discuss:-Eric Gordon returns - His performances and impact on the way teams defend Houston-Houston's improved response to trapping defenses-Isaiah Hartenstein earns backup center spot-Thoughts on the state of the Rockets now that they're fully healthy?-Concern about James Harden's toe sprain?-Proposed...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) answer listener questions, Eric Gordon's pending return, and end the pod with a conversation about Russell Westbrook. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) tackle one question from several different angles: Are the 2019-20 Houston Rockets a title contender? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get a...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and SportsRadio 610's Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss:-Defensive concerns for the Rockets following loss to Kings-Re-evaluating the Russell Westbrook trade 5 months in-Rockets lose protest of Spurs game. What went wrong here?-Houston reportedly interested in trading for wingsListen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spoti...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Locked on Rockets host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) discuss:-James Harden's historic 60-point performance and the backlash it got-Harden's perception and his career legacy moving forward-State of the Rockets 19 games in (Are they a contender?)-Does Houston still need an extra body and will they go above and beyond to get it? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Pod...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Sports Illustrated's Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) discuss:-Houston's loss to the Dallas Mavericks-Rockets on 3-game losing streak-Depth and general roster concerns for Houston -Teams doubling James Harden. How do the Rockets counteract that?-Evaluating the Russell Westbrook trade 17 games inListen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, S...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:-Injuries to Eric Gordon, Danuel House, and Clint Capela-Rockets winning 7 straight games-James Harden's historic start to the season-Clippers game shenanigans + impressiveness of Timberwolves gameListen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) discuss:-How much progress have the Rockets made?-Reacting to their last two wins-Houston's defensive issues and debating if it'll turn around-A long awaited discussion about Danuel House-Eric Gordon's continued struggles -Clint Capela showing signs of life-Gordon and Capela's importance to Hou...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:-Eric Gordon moved to starting role over Danuel House. Good or bad thing?-Gary Clark and Isaiah Hartenstein sent to the G League-The insane 159-158 game in Washington-Houston's continued shooting struggles and disparity with opponents-Defensive issues for Houston-The embarrassing Miami loss-What's going on with Clint Capela?...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:-Way-too-early takeaways from Week 1 of the Rockets' season-Russell Westbrook looks really good-James Harden's shooting struggles-Rockets defense a problem?-Why so much small ball in the beginning?-How does Houston look in relation to other contenders?-How do Harden and Westbrook look together?-Thoughts on new points of emph...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss:-Blue Wire announcement-LeBron James' comments on Daryl Morey and the China situation-Adam Silver's bold defense of Morey-Gerald Green's foot injury and how it affects the Rockets moving forward-Rockets' preseason takeaways-James Harden's lack of MVP buzz Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Googl...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) discuss Daryl Morey's Twitter controversy, all of the Rockets' fallout with China, and implications for the NBA going forward before talking observations from Rockets' training camp and preseason. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) discuss the NBA's ruling on Nene Hilario's contract, Houston's addition of free agent swingman Thabo Sefolosha, and preview media day for the Rockets. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) review Eric Gordon's 4-year, $75.6 million contract extension for the Rockets as well as going over Nene returning for the team. The two also lightly preview the 2019-20 season for the Rockets.   Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Action Network's Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) analyze the Rockets offseason, the Russell Westbrook trade, and more from all angles. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscrib...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) reflect on Houston's offseason and how Russell Westbrook may fit in with the Rockets, discuss Chris Paul's tenure with the Rockets, where Houston stacks up in the new and improved Western Conference, and more. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more abo...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) break down all angles of the stunning Russell Westbrook/Chris Paul trade from a Las Vegas airport. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscr...

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) break down Houston's offseason from an undisclosed Las Vegas hotel room. Topics include:   -Their failed Jimmy Butler pursuit -The signings of Danuel House, Austin Rivers, and Gerald Green -Deals that Houston missed on -What the Rockets still need -The status of Iman Shumpert -Where do the Rockets rank in the new an...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss the ever evolving Jimmy Butler situation heading into free agency, all the associated risks of Houston's pursuit, possible free agency targets for the Rockets, and more.  Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss the Rockets pursuit of Jimmy Butler via sign-and-trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, the reported tension between Chris Paul and James Harden, tools the Rockets have this summer to make moves, who they should keep, and more. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Lea...