Salman Ali

Red Nation Hoops: A Houston Rockets Pod

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Salman Ali

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Ep. 114: Season Reflections and Offseason Preview w/ Craig Ackerman 15.06.2019 37:42

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) reflect on the Rockets' wild season, recap Game 6 against the Warriors, Mike D'Antoni's future with the team, discuss offseason needs for Houston, and discuss the opportunity the Rockets have next year in light of injuries to Warriors stars Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes,...

Ep. 113: Mike D'Antoni Extension Talks Break Down, Eric Gordon and PJ Tucker Extension talk, and more w/ Kelly Iko 07.06.2019 28:04

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) discuss Mike D'Antoni's extension negotiations breaking down, who replaces Jeff Bzdelik, and discuss possible extensions for Eric Gordon and P.J. Tucker. 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 Thi...

Ep. 112: Rockets gut coaching staff, Mike D'Antoni extension negotiations, and more w/ Ben DuBose 29.05.2019 49:04

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) discuss the Rockets letting go of assistant coaches Jeff Bzdelik, Roy Rogers, Irv Roland, and Mitch Vanya, Mike D'Antoni's extension negotiations, 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.fm/adchoices This is a...

Ep. 111: Jeff Bzdelik firing, Mike D'Antoni extension talks, and more w/ Adam Spolane 20.05.2019 21:14

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss the way the way the Rockets' season ended, Houston's decision to not renew Jeff Bzdelik's contract, Mike D'Antoni's extension negotiations, 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.fm...

Ep. 110: Game 6 Recap, Season Reflections, and Offseason Preview 17.05.2019 48:23

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) recap Game 6 Rockets/Warriors, reflect on the 2018-19 season for Houston, and briefly preview the offseason. They also discuss where the Rockets go from here as an organization in their quest to topple the Warriors and win an NBA championship. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Learn...

Ep. 109: Recapping Games 1-5 of Rockets/Warriors, Previewing Game 6 10.05.2019 56:31

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) recap Games 1 through 5 of Rockets/Warriors as well as preview a highly anticipated Game 6. We also analyze the Kevin Durant news and it's possible effects on the series. 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 p...

Ep. 108: Breaking down Games 1 and 2, playing Warriors sooner versus later, and more 20.04.2019 40:08

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) break down Games 1 and Games 2 of Rockets/Jazz, debate whether playing the Warriors now versus later is better, and discuss the implications of the DeMarcus Cousins' injury. (Skip to 4:08 if you don't want to hear about the Hobbs & Shaw trailer) Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and S...

Ep. 107: Rockets/Jazz Preview, HOU's rough path to title, and more 14.04.2019 51:23

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) preview the Rockets' first round matchup against the Jazz, make predictions, discuss Houston's more difficult road to a title, 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.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to...

Ep. 106: Playoff Preview, Seeding Talk, and MVP race w/ Kelly Iko 08.04.2019 32:27

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) discuss how well Houston's played as of late, preview the playoffs, talk possible seeding the Rockets, and answer listener questions. 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...

Ep. 105: How playoff ready are the Rockets? 28.03.2019 59:56

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss various Rockets-related topics as well as answering questions from listeners sent in on Twitter: -How playoff ready are the Rockets? -Can James Harden carry what he's doing in the regular season into the playoffs? -Iman Shumpert's offensive struggles -'Players Only' complaints -What seed will Houston end up with?...

Ep. 104: Danuel House returns, Daryl Morey extends, and Warriors/Rockets fallout w/ Adam Spolane 14.03.2019 36:32

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss the Houston Rockets converting two-way forward Danuel House for the rest of the season, general manager Daryl Morey extending for another 5 seasons, analyze Warriors/Rockets and lightly preview the playoffs for the Rockets. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. L...

Ep. 103: State of the Rockets, the MVP race, and more 07.03.2019 43:10

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss various Rockets-related topics as well as answering questions from listeners sent in on Twitter: -The state of the Houston Rockets after the All-Star break -Is Houston a contender again? Can they legitimately challenge the Golden State Warriors? -What is the Rockets' ideal starting lineup? Does it involve Danuel House? -Should...

Ep. 102: Trade Deadline in Review, luxury tax talk, Clint Capela to return, and more 21.02.2019 52:29

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) review the Rockets trade deadline moves, luxury tax implications, Clint Capela's impending return, and more. First 7-8 minutes is All-Star weekend chatter (No intro music this week) Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This...

Ep. 101: Trade Deadline Preview 06.02.2019 46:58

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) preview Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline for the Houston Rockets. 0:00 to 16:45 - General NBA madness talk (AD, Porzingis, etc..) 16:45 to 46:17 - Previewing Houston's trade deadline Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Th...

Ep. 100: Special Guest Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) 27.01.2019 32:10

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and special guest Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) of the @ActionNetworkHQ break down the Kenneth Faried signing, Chris Paul's impending return, the outlook of the Houston Rockets, and predict what will happen at the trade deadline + playoffs for the Rockets. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Le...

Ep. 99: How to solve the Rockets w/ @DaveDuFour 19.01.2019 1:05:43

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and special guest Dave DuFour (@DaveDuFourNBA) go over James Harden's fatigue, Clint Capela's injury, and possible trade deadline/buyout targets for Houston. Notes: 1. This podcast was recorded before the Kenneth Faried news. 2. The interview with Dave starts at 30:33 Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play...

Ep. 98: Midseason Rockets Evaluation + Trade Deadline Chatter w/ Kelly Iko 12.01.2019 28:22

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) evaluate the Rockets at the midseason mark and briefly preview the NBA trade deadline and Houston's possible targets. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss...

Ep. 97: Are the Rockets back? + New Years Mailbag 02.01.2019 45:14

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss Houston's hot streak, James Harden's recent historic play, and answer listener questions. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. 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...

Ep. 96: Diagnosing the Rockets + Mailbag 06.12.2018 39:45

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) try and diagnose Houston's problems, discuss the significance of the Rockets waiving Danuel House, and answer listener questions. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this wit...

Ep. 95: Rockets defeat Pacers, Melo era coming to an end, and more 12.11.2018 44:03

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) break down Houston's win over Indiana, the possible end of the Carmelo Anthony saga, Gary Clark's increasing role with the team, Houston's surging defense, and the Jimmy Butler trade. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choi...

Ep. 94: James Harden and James Ennis return, Rockets go 2-1, and more 05.11.2018 36:22

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss James Harden and James Ennis returning from injury, Houston's most recent back-to-back wins, and some more Jimmy Butler tak. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this...

Ep. 93: Latest on Jimmy Butler, Rockets injuries, + Poor Play 27.10.2018 23:47

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) break down the latest on Jimmy Butler, the Rockets recent rash of injuries, and their poor start to the season. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss th...

Ep. 92: Not Great 22.10.2018 28:37

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) break down Houston's ugly 1-2 start on the season. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. 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 access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops.c...

Ep. 91: Early Rockets Preseason Takeaways 09.10.2018 29:34

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) break down early impressions from the first three games of Houston Rockets preseason. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. 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 access to bonus episod...

Ep. 90: Rockets Season Preview + Jimmy Butler Update 02.10.2018 1:01:22

Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss new Jimmy Butler rumors, the possibility of Eric Gordon starting, and preview the 2018-19 season for the Houston Rockets. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with oth...