The Matt Thomas Show with Ross

Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Ryan Hollins, former NBA center and Space City Home Network commentator, react to breaking news that the Houston Astros and free-agent first baseman Christian Walker are in serious talks and are progressing towards a deal. The Astros' failed pursuit of Nolan Arenado led to a pivot to Christian Walker, which would leave newly acquired Isaac Parede...

Ryan Hollins, former NBA center and Space City Home Network commentator, joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" to discuss the defensive growth of Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green following a 133-113 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night.

Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Chandler Rome, Astros beat writer at The Athletic, react to St. Louis Cardinals star third baseman Nolan Arenado invoking his no-trade clause to block a deal that would have sent him to the Astros. Matt and Chandler also: predict the future of Alex Bregman, who is currently in free agency discuss running back Joe Mixon and quarterback Patrick Mah...

The Houston Rockets return to the Toyota Center on Thursday to host the New Orleans Pelicans in their first game back since being eliminated from the NBA Cup. The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Rockets 111-96 on Saturday. The Rockets and Thunder have two of the three best records in the Western Conference, so the semifinal matchup might have been a potential playoff preview. "It's good to have...

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Dan Mathews of "The A-Team" react to Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. being named AFC Defensive Player of the Week. This comes after Stingley compiled five tackles, including two for loss, two interceptions and two passes defended against the Miami Dolphins. Ross and Dan also: discuss offensive guard Kenyon Green getting officiall...

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Brian Bogusevic, former Astros outfielder and Space City Home Network analyst, and Adam Wexler of "The A-Team" discuss the latest with third baseman Alex Bregman, who is weighing his options in free agency. Do the Houston Astros have a chance of signing Bregman? Ross, Brian and Adam also: further evaluate the Kyle Tucker trade react to Stefon Di...

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Dan Mathews of "The A-Team" recap the Houston Texans defeating the Miami Dolphins 20-12 to clinch their second consecutive AFC South division title. Ross and Dan also: review Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans' latest comments further discuss the Astros trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs debate the differences between Nolan Arenado and Alex...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to breaking news that the Houston Astros are trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for third baseman Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith. Matt and Ross also: preview the Rockets taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the semifinal round of the NBA Cup discuss the Texans hosting the Dol...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to breaking news that the Houston Astros are trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for third baseman Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to the Houston Rockets defeating the Golden State Warriors 91-90 to advance to the semifinals of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas. Matt and Ross also: review Warriors head coach Steve Kerr's postgame comments talk with Alejandro Solana of WQAM in Miami about the Texans hosting the Dolphins this Sunday react to former Texas A&M q...

Following Juan Soto's historic contract, the value of Kyle Tucker has increased drastically. The Houston Astros right fielder is set to become a free agent after the 2025 season, and general manager Dana Brown could look to benefit from trading Tucker before he hits the open market. "Definitely seemed like there is momentum building," Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, said while a...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" review the latest updates from the MLB Winter Meetings. Sports agent Scott Boras says that many teams are interested in Alex Bregman. Chandler Rome also states that the Astros are listening to trade proposals concerning Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez. What will the Astros lineup look like in 2025? Matt and Ross also: talk with Roc...

The Houston Rockets return to the Toyota Center to host the Golden State Warriors in a win-or-go-home matchup for the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. The winner of the contest will travel to Las Vegas to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the semifinals Saturday. "Let's go get it done," head coach Ime Udoka said. "It's good to play in meaningful games." Rockets forward Tari Eason is returning to the...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to the latest comments from Astros general manager Dana Brown from the MLB Winter Meetings. With Alex Bregman most likely not returning to Houston, will the Astros look to trade Kyle Tucker before the outfielder becomes a free agent? Matt and Ross also: further discuss Juan Soto's historic deal with the New York Mets preview...

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Adam Wexler of "The A-Team" and Chris Gordy react to outfielder Juan Soto agreeing to a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets. It is the largest deal in professional sports history. With Soto off the board, where will Alex Bregman end up as one of the top remaining free agents? Ross, Adam and Chris also: review the college footba...

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Dan Mathews of "The A-Team" and Chris Gordy react to the Houston Astros offering Alex Bregman a six-year deal worth around $156 million. However, Bregman is likely seeking a deal closer to $200 million, so the Astros could be preparing to move on from their third baseman. Ross, Dan and Chris also: recap the Rockets losing 99-93 to the Golden Sta...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to the NFL upholding the three-game suspension of Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair. Matt and Ross also: -discuss the latest college football playoff rankings with Chris Gordy -preview the Rockets taking on the Golden State Warriors -review the NBA fining Alperen Sengun, Tari Eason and Ime Udoka for their actions at the conc...

The release of the latest College Football Playoff rankings has raised many questions regarding teams that are being left out of the 12-team field ahead of conference championship weekend. Iowa State, Arizona State, South Carolina, and Ole Miss are pleading their case as they are currently on the outside looking in, while Alabama (9-3) sits at No. 11. How important is strength of schedule and will...

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to Rockets head coach Ime Udoka's postgame comments following his ejection from Tuesday's 120-111 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Udoka joins the show to further explain his criticism of the officials and preview Thursday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Matt and Ross also; discuss Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair...

The Houston Rockets were denied the top seed in the NBA Cup quarterfinals in Tuesday's 120-111 loss to the Sacramento Kings. De'Aaron Fox had 22 points, and the Kings went almost nine minutes without missing a shot from the field. "We were getting out of rotation for a little bit," head coach Ime Udoka said. In the game's final minutes, Udoka and Alperen Sengun were ejected after voicing their dis...

Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Dan Mathew of "The A-Team" react to the NFL suspending Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair three games for repeated violations of player safety rules following his hit to the head of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence on Sunday. Matt and Dan also: review the latest comments from Texans general manager Nick Caserio debate MLB commissio...

Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Dan Mathew of "The A-Team" and Chris Gordy react to both the Texans and Rockets coming up with big wins on Sunday. The Texans defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-20 in a road AFC South matchup, while the Rockets took down the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 119-116. Matt, Dan and Chris also; debate the possible consequences for lin...

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair delivered a late hit to Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence after Lawrence began a slide to end a run play in the second quarter of Sunday's game. Al-Shaair's violent blow to the head of the defenseless quarterback ignited a brawl as Lawrence left the field with a concussion. Al-Shaair, as well as Jaguars rookie cornerback Jarrian Jones, was e...

Matt Thomas of the "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Chris Gordy recap the Houston Rockets defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-111 in overtime Tuesday to clinch West Group A and a spot in the NBA Cup knockout round. Head coach Ime Udoka joins to discuss Alperen Sengun finishing with a triple-double and their back-to-back matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers. Matt and Chris also: break do...

The Houston Rockets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-111 in overtime Tuesday to clinch West Group A and a spot in the NBA Cup knockout round. "We had a really good run in overtime," head coach Ime Udoka said. "It was a full team effort." Following the win, the Rockets traveled to Philadelphia overnight as they will face the 76ers in the second of a back-to-back set. "There is where depth co...