Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets
Locked On Rockets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Houston Rockets and the NBA. Hosted by Houston native and credentialed media member, Jackson Gatlin, the Locked On Rockets podcast provides your daily Rockets fix with expert, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Rockets franchise. Locked On Rockets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Rockets’ locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Rockets podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Episodes
Rockets RETURN To National Spotlight | OKC Thunder Ring Ceremony SPOILER Alert?
Houston Rockets return to the national spotlight with prime-time games. Are they poised for a resurgence?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Rockets NBA schedule leaks, highlighting their opening night clash against OKC Thunder and Christmas Day showdown with the Lakers. The discussion covers Kevin Durant's impact, anticipated matchups agains...
CROSSOVER: Rockets Vs Pistons REBUILDS | How Houston SURGED Past Detroit To Become CONTENDERS
Rockets and Pistons: A Tale of Two Rebuilds.
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Locked On Pistons host Ku Khahil (@KuKhahil) compare the Houston Rockets and Detroit Pistons' rebuilding processes. They analyze the impact of coaching changes, draft strategies, and key acquisitions like Kevin Durant. The hosts explore how Ime Udoka's ...
Amen Thompson Rockets Season Review: NBA's BEST Perimeter Defender, Year Three LEAP & More
Amen Thompson's sophomore surge stuns NBA. Is he the league's best perimeter defender already?
Houston Rockets' rising star Amen Thompson earns All-NBA Defensive Team honors in just his second season. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Thompson's impressive defensive prowess, offensive growth, and game-changing performances against eli...
How Cooper Flagg ELEVATES Mavs Defense & Why Kevin Durant TRANSFORMS Rockets Into Contenders
Houston Rockets poised for Western Conference dominance? Can the Dallas Mavericks achieve Nico Harrison's vision with a top-5 defense?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Locked On Mavs host Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) to discuss the Rockets' potential as legitimate contenders, exploring their defensive prowess and offensive firepow...
Nick Angstadt and the Locked On NBA Squad dive into Doncic's physical makeover and its potential impact on his game. They explore the restricted free agent market, with a focus on Jonathan Kuminga's situation with the Golden State Warriors. The panel debates the Houston Rockets' chances in the loaded Western Conference after adding Kevin Durant, and assesses the Orlando Magic's rise in the East. Plus, they examine how the Minnesota...
Rockets CONCERNS After Kevin Durant Blockbuster Trade | Will Houston's Gamble PAY OFF?
Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets: Game-changing move or risky gamble? The blockbuster trade sparks heated debate among fans and analysts alike.
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the KD acquisition, exploring its impact on the Rockets' championship aspiratio...
Alperen Sengun Rockets Season Review: Defensive GROWTH, Offensive ISSUES, All-NBA Next Year & More
Alperen Sengun's breakout season: All-Star nod, defensive leap, and Kevin Durant's game-changing arrival. Is an All-NBA selection on the horizon for the Houston Rockets' rising star?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) dissects Sengun's impressive growth, from anchoring a top-five NBA defense to commanding double teams at an elite level. Th...
GRADING Rockets Kevin Durant Trade & Why Houston Had The BEST Offseason In The ENTIRE NBA
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down and grades the Houston Rockets' game-changing offseason, headlined by the acquisition of superstar Kevin Durant. The analysis covers the impact on Amen Thompson's development, key roster moves including Fred VanVleet's contract renegotiation, and how these changes reshape the NBA landscape. Gatlin gra...
Jalen Green's EMOTIONAL Farewell To Houston | Amen Thompson's SLAM Cover SIGNALS New Era For Rockets
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) shares Jalen Green's heartfelt Players' Tribune article, highlighting the young star's love for H-Town and his teammates. The discussion covers Alperen Şengün and Fred VanVleet's offseason workouts in Turkey, with VanVleet's recent election as NBPA president adding intrigue. Amen Thompson's SLAM Magazi...
Rockets SIGN Defensive PEST Josh Okogie As FINAL Move | Can Houston Become NBA's BEST Defense?
The Houston Rockets bolster their defense with Josh Okogie signing. Is this the final piece for a top-tier NBA defense?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) analyzes Okogie's fit within Ime Udoka's defensive-minded system and how it impacts the Rockets' roster construction. The discussion covers potential lineup configurations, ball-handling con...
Rockets FINAL Roster Spot Up For Grabs | Will Malcolm Brogdon And Ime Udoka REUNITE?
ROCKETS' ROSTER PUZZLE: Who Will Fill the Final Spot?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Houston Rockets' roughly $3.5 million salary cap space and evaluates top candidates like Malcolm Brogdon, Seth Curry, and Gary Payton II. The discussion covers each player's strengths, from Brogdon's connection with Coach Ime Udoka to Payton's lockdo...
Rockets SHUT DOWN Reed Sheppard After STRUGGLES Vs Pistons | CONFIDENCE Or CONCERN For His Future?
Reed Sheppard's NBA Summer League stint ends abruptly. Is the Houston Rockets' sophomore ready for the big stage?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Sheppard's mixed performances, highlighting his shooting prowess and playmaking potential. The discussion covers Sheppard's struggles with physicality, ball-handling challenges, an...
Reed Sheppard Summer League Heroics SILENCE Rockets Critics | Jalen Green Speaks About Being TRADED
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Shepherd's impressive showing against the LA Clippers, highlighting his scoring prowess, playmaking skills, and defensive potential. The discussion covers the Rockets' overall Summer League strategy and the development of young talents like Nate Williams and Kennedy Chandler. Gatlin also ana...
Rockets CHAMPIONSHIP Or BUST After Kevin Durant Trade? | NBA Cup Groups REVEALED
Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets: A game-changing move or a calculated risk? The blockbuster trade sends shockwaves through the NBA, but it's not just about immediate championship aspirations.
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) dives into the Rockets' bold strategy, exploring how Durant's arrival impacts their young core and future assets. Uncover the te...
Rockets Summer League GOALS And EXPECTATIONS | Reed Sheppard SUMMER LEAP Incoming?
Reed Sheppard takes center stage as Houston Rockets gear up for NBA Summer League. Will the rookie guard's aggressive play and leadership shine through?
Coach Garrett Jackson sets high expectations for Sheppard, emphasizing growth as a point guard and on-court assertiveness. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Sheppard's self-assessment, explor...
Rockets Kevin Durant Era OFFICIALLY Begins | Rafael Stone Speaks | Reed Sheppard READY For Big Role?
Houston Rockets shake up NBA landscape with Kevin Durant acquisition. Is this the dawn of a new era for the franchise?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) shares thoughts on Rafael Stone's media availability addressing the KD trade, where he breaks down the blockbuster trade, highlighting Durant's exceptional work ethic and practice inten...
BREAKING: Rockets TRADE Cam Whitmore To Wizards | Will Houston REGRET This Move?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) analyzes the Rockets' decision to send Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for second-round draft picks. He explores the reasons behind this trade, including potential conflicts between Whitmore and coach Ime Udoka. The discussion covers the impact on Houston's young core, featuring Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, and ad...
Kevin Durant's GAME-CHANGING Impact On Rockets | Will Houston's Offense IMPROVE To Top-10 Status?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down KD's game-changing impact on the Rockets' offense, highlighting improved shooting, spacing, and playmaking dynamics. The discussion covers defensive upgrades, potential "death ball" lineups, and how Ime Udoka might deploy Durant alongside Alperen Sengun, Fred VanVleet, and Jabari Smith Jr. Key...
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