Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets

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Ripple effects from Clippers landing Kawhi, PG Jul 06, 2019

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Saturday's show reacts to the bombshell news of the Los Angeles Clippers landing both Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Topics include where Houston stands in the West after the move; a potential OKC breakup; how to best match up with the Clippers; and the importance of the No. 1 seed.

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On the Kawhi domino effect, and Shumpert trade options Jul 03, 2019

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Wednesday's show explores the potential domino effect around the entire NBA from Kawhi Leonard's pending free agency decision, as well as why the absence of money on the market might make Iman Shumpert more willing to work with the Rockets on a sign-and-trade.

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Day 2: On Rivers’ return and Golden State's breakup Jul 01, 2019

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Monday’s show breaks down the re-signing of guard Austin Rivers to a minimum (!!!) deal, along with insight on Houston’s potential pursuits of Andre Igoudala and Kevin Looney following Golden State’s surprising D’Angelo Russell trade.

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GreenHouse effect lives on, but Butler off the board Jul 01, 2019

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Houston brought back swingmen Danuel House Jr. and Gerald Green on a busy first night of free agency, but lost out to the Miami Heat in the race for top target Jimmy Butler. Sunday night's show breaks down how it happened and where Daryl Morey could go next.

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Butler update, chemistry questions, and the Kawhi-to-Lakers possibility Jun 29, 2019

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With trade talks involving players like Eric Gordon and Clint Capela going public, is there any risk to chemistry in Houston should a Jimmy Butler deal not happen? Saturday's pre-free agency show explores that subject and more, including new rumors of Kawhi Leonard to the Lakers.

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On MLE targets and the timing of any Butler deal Jun 27, 2019

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Wednesday's show explores the timing of a potential Jimmy Butler trade to Houston, including why the 76ers and Rockets (both needing other early signings in free agency) each have ample incentive to reach a quick resolution.

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Ken Sheirr on new uniforms, working for Tilman Fertitta, and more Jun 25, 2019

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Rockets senior vice president of marketing Ken Sheirr joins Monday's show with insight on the team's new uniforms; early feedback from the players and fans; working for a relatively new owner in Tilman Fertitta; and much more.

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On Butler S&T scenarios and the role of Shumpert Jun 22, 2019

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With reports that Houston could pursue Jimmy Butler via sign-and-trade in free agency (rather than by him opting in), Saturday's show breaks down the roster implications in terms of assets given up and a hard salary cap. Ben also explores a potential reverse S&T scenario involving Iman Shumpert.

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Tuesday rumors: Chris Paul, Jimmy Butler, and Al Horford Jun 19, 2019

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Tuesday's show explores direct or potential Rockets angles to various trade and free agency rumors on Tuesday surrounding Chris Paul, Philadelphia swingman Jimmy Butler, and Boston big man Al Horford.

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On CP3 rumors, AD to LA, and player options Jun 17, 2019

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Monday's show explores a new "report" regarding Chris Paul and whether he wants to be in Houston; the ripple effects of New Orleans trading star big man Anthony Davis to the Lakers; and why fans should remain skeptical regarding media reports on player options (such as Jimmy Butler last week).

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