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Is Jalen Green better without Alperen Sengun? w/ Forrest Walker
April 05, 2024 16:03 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB(Recorded March 31st) Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * On the Rockets continued success * Can Houston make the Play-In Tournament? * Other than shooting, where is Jalen Green improving? * Is Green playing better because of Alperen Sengun’s absence? * How does Sengun fit into Houston’s long-term plans? * Reacting to the latest buzz about the Rockets itching for a superstar trade All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Su...
Can the Rockets make the Play-In Tournament w/ Forrest Walker
March 26, 2024 15:07 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discusses the Houston Rockets winning 9 straight games and putting themselves in position to make the NBA Play-In Tournament. Topics include: -How are the Rockets winning without Sengun? -Ime Udoka’s adjustments -Is Jalen Green back on track to stardom? -Dissecting Green’s streaky scoring efficiency -Amen Thompson emergence -Jabari Smith’s steadiness throughout the run and this season as a whole -Was the NBA’s suspension justifi...
How excited should the Rockets be about Jalen Green's recent play? w/ Forrest Walker
March 18, 2024 18:35 - 44 minutes - 41 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * Alperen Sengun likely out for the season * Cam Whitmore out for three weeks * What are the Rockets remaining goals for the season? * Amen Thompson excitement * Reacting to Jalen Green's scoring outbursts * Where does Green rank among Houston's other prospects? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com This is a public ...
Dissecting Rafael Stone's tenure, the Jalen Green conundrum, and Tari Eason's season-ending surgery
March 07, 2024 17:09 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Possible fallout from Tari Eason’s season ending surgery -Reacting to Jalen Green’s latest scoring outburst -What is the proper way to react to these games? -Has Green put concerns about his starting spot to bed? -Grading Rafael Stone’s tenure as GM of the Rockets -Where does Stone rank among all NBA GMs? -How does he compare to his predecessor, Daryl Morey? -Are some fans wrong to feel let down by Stone? -Should Ston...
Are the Rockets still not embracing Alperen Şengün? w/ Forrest Walker
January 29, 2024 22:08 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Rockets bench Alperen Şengün in crunch time -Houston's reluctance to embrace Sengun as the franchise player -The continued pushback of this reality -Why is Houston still feverishly pursuing centers at the deadline? -What should they aim to achieve at the trade deadline? -Who are some realistic targets? -Jalen Green's much improved play -Is Green safe at the deadline now? -Why Green's best chance at stardom is as a po...
Should the Rockets make a panic trade? w/ Forrest Walker
January 23, 2024 21:45 - 31 minutes - 29 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Why have the Rockets struggled so much since Christmas? -Is Houston regressing to the mean as a team? -If they miss the play-in tournament, is this season a failure? -What is a reasonable goal for the remainder of the season? -Should the Rockets make a trade for the sole purpose of making the play-in tournament? -What kinds of trades should they pursue? -Are any of the core 6 players up for grabs? -What return should Ho...
Is Jalen Green still on the hot seat? w/ Forrest Walker
January 09, 2024 20:29 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Jalen Green's improved play -Has Green secured his starting spot? -Cam Whitmore's monster production -Is Whitmore a better prospect than Green? -How did so many teams pass on Whitmore? -The competition for Green's spot in Houston's core -Alperen Sengun's ridiculous 3-week stretch -Will Sengun make the All-Star team this year? -Can Sengun be the best player on a title contender? -Houston's tough long-term financial ...
Analyzing Jalen Green's struggles w/ Forrest Walker
January 04, 2024 17:46 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) analyze Jalen Green's recent struggles for the Rockets (late upload). Topics include: -The cause of Jalen Green's struggles -Do we still believe in Green the player? -How can the Rockets help Green out? -Ime Udoka's 4th quarter benchings of Green -Will Udoka continue to start Green? -Will the Rockets eventually trade Green? Should they? -What kinds of Jalen Green trades are actually worth it? All that and more. Look ...
Mapping out "Phase 2" of the Rockets rebuild w/ Michael Shapiro
December 20, 2023 21:56 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Chron.com's Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) discuss: -What was the goal of Phase 2? Has that changed? -How long does Phase 2 last? What does Phase 3 look like? -Who are the "untouchables" on the Rockets? -How will extension negotiations with Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun look? -How have Jalen Green's struggles impacted Houston's vision? -Will the Rockets trade Green? Should they? -What type of star is worth Houston pursuing? What type isn't? -What abou...
Re-thinking Rockets young core w/ Chuck (@ChuckingDarts)
November 28, 2023 17:16 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Chuck (@ChuckingDarts) discuss: * A deep dive into how good the Rockets have been * Did either of us expect this? * Is Alperen Sengun the franchise player? * How should the Rockets build around Sengun? * What kind of roster will the Rockets need long-term? * Is Jalen Green the most obvious co-star candidate for Sengun? * Other potential rostered co-stars (Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith, etc..) * Are Rockets fans are overthinking Jalen Green? * Wh...
The Alperen Sengun victory lap w/ Dan Favale
November 16, 2023 20:31 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@danfavale) discuss: -How surprising is the Rockets hot start? -Is there an element of luck with some of this? -Dan recalibrates his views on Alperen Sengun -Has the Rockets front office regained some respect? -Ime Udoka's impact on Dillon Brooks -Why we shouldn't discredit GM Rafael Stone for any of this -Jalen Green will take some time and that's okay Plus: -What do the Rockets do as an organization now? -Should Alpe...
Are the Rockets good now? w/ Adam Spolane
November 10, 2023 21:27 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) talks with Sports Radio 610's Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) about the Rockets 4-game winning streak. Topics include: -What's changed from the first 3 games? -What's sustainable and what's unsustainable? -Why fans are overthinking Jalen Green -Why aren't Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun playing more together? -How have Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks helped the Rockets? -Will the Rockets make an upgrade at the trade deadline? Subscribe to the free RNH new...
5 Early Rockets observations w/ Michael Shapiro
November 01, 2023 16:54 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) of the Houston Chronicle come up with 5 stat-free observations for the early season Rockets. Topics include: * Alperen Sengun's undeniability * Rockets concerning bench units * Cam Whitmore's absence from the rotation * Ime Udoka resonating with the young talent * Dillon Brooks' two-way impact * Jalen Green and Jabari Smith's defense * Houston's continued shooting woes * Ways the Rockets can adjust moving forward * ...
2023-24 Houston Rockets season preview w/ Craig Ackerman
October 25, 2023 15:19 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) previews the 2023-24 Houston Rockets with play-by-play broadcaster Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) of Space City Home Network. Topics include: * Reasonable internal/external goals for the season? * Will Ime Udoka give Alperen Sengun a fair shake? * Is Jabari Smith due for a snap-back season? * Can Amen Thompson be in the Rookie of the Year race? * Does Cam Whitmore stay in the rotation this season? * Will Jalen Green have a third year leap? * Win total ...
Fantasy basketball projections for the young Rockets w/ Josh Lloyd
October 16, 2023 21:13 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and @LockedOnFantasyBasketball host Josh Lloyd (@redrock_bball) project the Houston Rockets from a fantasy basketball perspective and, more broadly, as prospects moving forward. The two also discuss how much of an upgrade Ime Udoka could be to Stephen Silas. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access ...
KPJ Discussion + Rockets Media Day Preview w/ Ben DuBose
October 02, 2023 18:30 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBSalman (@SalmanAliNBA) talks with Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) USA Today Sports about the Kevin Porter Jr. situation before previewing media day. Topics include: -Will KPJ's contract get voided by the league? If it happens, how would that impact the Rockets (if at all)? -How likely is it that KPJ is just waived outright by the Rockets? -If KPJ is dumped in a trade, what could a return look like? -Is Buddy Heild realistic? Robert Williams? Malcom Brogdon? etc... -How badly did the Rocket...
What does Ime Udoka bring to the Rockets? w/ Jonathan Sanford
September 06, 2023 20:20 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) talks with Rockets PA Announcer Jonathan Sanford (@TheJSanford) to discuss his years with the Spurs, his move to Houston, his relationship with Ime Udoka, what Udoka will bring to the Rockets going forward, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoo...
Ranking the young Rockets w/ Dan Favale
August 06, 2023 02:01 - 1 hour - 68 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) discusses Houston's offseason with Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@DanFavale) before ranking their young prospects based on: -Overall belief in the players -Ceiling of the players -Likelihood to be the best player on the Rockets Ali and Favale also discuss the importance in Houston finding their "North Star" prospect as soon as possible, Rafael Stone's tenure as a GM, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com Look for RNH on Apple...
Rockets Summer League Breakdown w/ Rafael Barlowe
July 18, 2023 17:16 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) down the Rockets Summer League w/ Rafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500) of NBA Big Board including: -All things Jabari Smith -How did Cam Whitmore fall to Houston at 20? -How will the Rockets manage all this young talent? -Will any player get lost in the shuffle? -Can Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks aid in player development? -How will Ime Udoka approach roles, minutes, and usage? -Will everything truly be up for grabs? -What does Houston's Brook Lopez pursuit say a...
Rockets free agency in review w/ Alykhan Bijani
July 05, 2023 12:48 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) discuss: * The Rockets choosing Fred VanVleet over James Harden * Ime Udoka’s influence over free agency * What does Fred VanVleet bring to the Rockets? * How does he make Jalen Green better? * Houston’s asset mismanagement and failed pursuit of Brook Lopez * How Alperen Şengün could make Houston’s summer look foolish * Why Salman believes the Dillon Brooks contract is fine * How Ime Udoka can optimize Dillon Brooks on ...
Rockets draft review + free agency preview w/ Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans)
June 26, 2023 18:49 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) discuss: * The Rockets 4th overall selection of OTE’s Amen Thompson * How does Amen Thompson fit on the Rockets long-term? * Where did we each have Thompson ranked on our boards? * How did Cam Whitmore fall to the Rockets at 20th? * What made Whitmore a Top 10 draft prospect? * Grading the Rockets draft-record through Phase 1 of their rebuild? * How does Ime Udoka find minutes for everyone on the roster? * Who gets cut or tra...
Rockets Draft Preview w/ Adam Spinella (@TheBoxAndOne_)
June 20, 2023 14:49 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Adam Spinella of The Box and One (@TheBoxAndOne_) preview the 2023 NBA Draft from a Houston Rockets perspective: * Who is Charlotte going to take at 2? * Should Scoot Henderson vs. Brandon Miller be a real conversation? * What options will be left for Houston at 4th? * What makes Amen Thompson special? * What should we take away from the Cam Whitmore to Houston buzz? * Who does Adam think the Rockets should select at 4? * Rockets options at 20 (if they k...
If not James Harden, then who? w/ Jonathan Feigen
June 13, 2023 22:10 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and the Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) discuss: * How did the Rockets react to getting the 4th pick? How has that changed over time? * Will the Rockets keep the pick? Will they move up or trade down? * If they keep the pick, who will they draft? * What will Houston do with the 20th pick? * How interested are the Rockets in James Harden? * Would they offer a 4-year max? * If not James Harden, how will the Rockets spend their $60 millio...
Do you still believe in James Harden? w/ Ben DuBose
June 06, 2023 17:27 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and USA Today's Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) cut through all the James Harden to Houston noise to answer the real question we’ve all been dodging: Do we still believe in James Harden? Sub-topics include: * Is James Harden actually coming to Houston? * What would Harden’s role be if he comes to Houston? * Would either of us give Harden a four-year max? * What would prevent us from giving him a four-year max? * Where do fears of a bad 37-year-old James Harden stem ...
What will the Rockets do with the 4th pick in the NBA Draft? w/ Rafael Barlowe
May 30, 2023 17:37 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and draft expert Rafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500) discuss the current crop of young Rockets and the best players of the 2023 NBA Draft. Plus: * If the Rockets keep their pick, who will they draft? * Will a possible Harden/Houston reunion affect the pick? Should it? * What does Rafael think about a Harden/Houston reunion? * Who is Charlotte going to take at #2 and how will it affect what Portland does at #3? * Will Charlotte actually pass up on the chance to dra...
Reacting to the 4th pick + more James Harden reporting with w/ Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans)
May 21, 2023 15:28 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans): -React to the NBA lottery results -Speculate on who will be available for Houston at #4 -Debate whether Portland will trade the 3rd pick -Would Salman trade Sengun to move up? -Would Dave trade Jabari to move up? -New reporting from Philadelphia on James Harden’s future -Do the 76ers want Harden back? Will they offer a four-year max? -Does Dave want Harden back? Should the Rockets offer a four-year max? -How will the Rocket...
Pre-lottery nerves + a James Harden debate w/ Kyle Chilek
May 16, 2023 20:19 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Kyle Chilek (@kchile22), formerly of RedNationHoops.com, layout all their pre-lottery thoughts, nerves, and feelings. Then the two branch off into a larger debate about a Harden/Houston reunion. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter (free all offseason): www.RedNationHoops.com 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...
What does Ime Udoka bring to Houston? + other Rockets offseason talk w/ Alykhan Bijani
May 08, 2023 17:42 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) break down what Ime Udoka brings to the Rockets on and off the court. Plus other Rockets offseason chatter. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter (free all offseason): www.RedNationHoops.com This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops.com/subscribe
Reacting to the Ime Udoka hire w/ Dan Favale
April 26, 2023 16:30 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@danfavale) react to the Rockets hiring of Ime Udoka and break down all the possible implications. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter (free all summer): www.RedNationHoops.com This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops.com/subscribe
Which coach best fits the Rockets? w/ Ben DuBose
April 21, 2023 18:10 - 1 hour - 63 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and USA Today's Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) discuss: * New reporting from Woj on James Harden’s interest in Houston * Ben’s thoughts on the 2022-23 Rockets season. Was it a success? Failure? * What qualities should the Rockets look for in a new head coach? * Ranking preferred candidates * Why would the Raptors fire Nick Nurse? * Would Nurse be a good fit in Houston? * Is Ime Udoka worth the risk? * Is Scott Brooks unfairly scrutinized? * Who else should the R...
Stephen Silas is gone. What's next for the Rockets? w/ Adam Spolane
April 14, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss: -A Stephen Silas post-mortem -Was this the right move? -Should Rockets fans be worried about GM Rafael Stone’s meddling? -Ranking the pool of candidates for Houston’s opening -Who makes the most sense and why? -Who isn’t on the list that should be on the list? (MDA, JVG, Dave Joerger, Sam Cassell, etc…? -Odds that the Rockets land James Harden this summer? -What will impact Harden’s decision making? -W...
More Harden buzz, Jabari's hot streak, one last Sengun rant, KPJ's flare up, and more
March 14, 2023 14:41 - 58 minutes - 40 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss: -Bill Simmons says James Harden is “Houston-bound” -Is the Jalen Green pick really a “catastrophe”? -Should TyTy Washington be in the G League? -Rockets beat Spurs in back-to-back -Is lottery positioning panic justified? -Jabari Smith’s recent hot stretch of games -One last rant from Salman about Silas/Sengun -KPJ’s recent visible flare ups. Is he worth all the trouble? -Do the Rockets have an accountability prob...
Harden rumors reach fever pitch, KPJ playing through pain, the Jabari conversation + more
March 08, 2023 01:36 - 3 minutes - 2.64 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss: -Rockets sign WCS to 10-day contract -Daryl Morey dismisses Harden to Houston rumors -Unpacking The Athletic’s massive Harden to Houston reporting -KPJ re-aggravates injury and chooses to play through it -Stephen Silas benches Alperen Sengun again -The long-awaited Jabari Smith conversation
More Harden to Houston rumors, Tilman's drunken slip-up, another coaching rant + more
February 27, 2023 17:39 - 4 minutes - 2.98 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss: -Stephen Silas’ Alperen Sengun comments -Tilman’s drunken “Pray for Victor” interview -Rafael Stone’s interview with The Athletic -In light of the allegations, should teams avoid drafting Brandon Miller? -A mini Jabari Smith conversation (the bigger one comes next week) Look for RNH on App…
Emergency Podcast: KD Trade Reaction w/ Alykhan Bijani
February 09, 2023 08:03 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) reacts to the late-night Kevin Durant trade w/ Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider). Plus the two analyze the implications for the Rockets-owned Nets picks. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops.com/subscribe
Trade Deadline Preview w/ Jonathan Feigen
February 06, 2023 14:13 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) preview the 2023 NBA Trade Deadline from the Houston Rockets perspective w/ special guest Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen). Look for the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to our free newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com Follow RNH on Twitter: twitter.com/RedNationHoops This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops....
John Collins to Houston rumors, KD compliments Alperen Sengun, and more w/ @Amsal_Madhani
January 31, 2023 16:22 - 4 minutes - 2.89 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman (@SalmanAliNBA) and new co-host Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss: -Houston’s rumored interest in Hawks big man John Collins. What are some other out-of-the-box names Houston should target? -Has Eric Gordon’s market value improved? -Why are the Rockets suddenly playing better? -Should John Lucas get a shot at head coach? -Alperen Sengun and Jalen…
Evaluating the state of the Rockets w/ Amsal Madhani (RNH debut)
January 24, 2023 17:03 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman (@SalmanAliNBA) and brand new co-host Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss: -John Wall, Austin Rivers, and Eric Gordon speak out about Rockets culture -Calls for Stephen Silas’ job rank up. Are they justified? -What is KPJ’s place on the Rockets long-term? -What should the Rockets aim to do at the trade deadline? -Were the Rockets right to turn down…
Should the Rockets go after James Harden this summer? Plus fake deadline trades w/ Dan Favale
December 30, 2022 17:37 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBSalman (@SalmanAliNBA) and Bleacher Report’s Dan Favale discuss (@DanFavale) discuss: -James Harden reported interest in returning to Houston -Is this real or just a leverage play by Harden? Who leaked it? -Why would Harden leave Philadelphia? -Why would the Rockets sign Harden? -How could Harden fit their rebuild? Plus: -Possible deals the Rockets could pursue before the trade deadline -Should Houston be thinking big now? -What’s realistic? -Salman makes the case for Lonzo to Hous...
Talking Jabari Smith, Alperen Sengun, and potential trades w/ Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans)
December 12, 2022 19:22 - 24 seconds - 469 KBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) discuss:-Early-season impressions of Jabari Smith versus our prior evaluations -The Rockets coaching staff’s lack of faith in Alperen Sengun -Why hasn't Houston traded Eric Gordon yet? -The Rockets’ roster crunch and it’s effect on the young talent -Is it time for a consolidation trade? Should Houst…
The Rockets offense makes no sense + talking all things wrestling w/ Jorge Flores
December 01, 2022 16:39 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) introduces himself to YouTube before discussing: -Why the Houston Rockets offense is so disappointing -Houston's lack of offensive structure on and off the court -The Rockets current offensive philosophy makes no sense -How Stephen Silas isn't the only problem, but he's certainly not helping -Ways the Rockets can find offensive structure over the next two years -When's the right time to move on from Silas? Plus Salman dives deep into the current stage of pr...
Hyperbolic Rockets questions + eating crow on the Thunder and Kings w/ Dan Favale
November 22, 2022 20:12 - 48 seconds - 1.11 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) asks Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@danfavale) hyperbolic questions about the Rockets including: -On a scale of 1 to 2, how would you rate Stephen Silas as a coach? -How many MVPs will Alperen Sengun win? -Is Tari Eason the second coming of Scottie Pippen? -Who’s a better shooter? Ray Allen or Usman Garuba? -Is Jabari Smith a bigge…
Evaluating Stephen Silas' reign as head coach w/ Paul (@LastNameHyphen)
November 02, 2022 02:33 - 43 seconds - 998 KBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Salman Ali sits down with Paul (@LastNameHyphen) to evaluate Stephen Silas' performance as head coach of the Houston Rockets. Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Subscribe to www.RedNationHoops.com to get access to premium episodes of the show.
Mini-RNH: Analyzing the Kevin Porter contract w/ Ben DuBose
October 19, 2022 15:40 - 1 minute - 1.76 MBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com Bonus episode for paid subscribers. Breaking down the Kevin Porter Jr. contract extension with Ben DuBose of USA Today Sports (@BenDuBose). Enjoy!
“It’s just preseason, but…” w/ Craig Ackerman
October 17, 2022 14:35 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) make Rockets season predictions based on the preseason by playing the game “It’s just preseason, but…”. Topics include: -Are we underestimating Jalen Green’s NBA ceiling? -Will the Rockets be too good for Victor Wembanyama? -Can Tari Eason become a starter? -Are the Rockets using Alperen Sengun the right way? -Will Kevin Porter get a contract extension? + More Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google ...
Audio Article: How should the Rockets handle Scoot Henderson and Victor Wembanyama?
October 06, 2022 16:47 - 16 seconds - 383 KBThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.com
Important changes coming to RNH
September 24, 2022 15:06 - 3 minutes - 4.38 MBwww.RedNationHoops.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.rednationhoops.com/subscribe
RNH 250th: Part 5 - National perspective of the Rockets rebuild w/ Matt Moore
September 17, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Action Network's Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) discuss: -Thoughts on the James Harden trade 2 years later -Jalen Green vs. Evan Mobley revisited -Long-term thoughts on Jalen Green -Thoughts on Alperen Sengun’s star potential -Eric Gordon’s market value -Jabari Smith’s upside -Rafael Stone’s job performance -Is Stephen Silas the right head coach for Houston? + more Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. ...
RNH 250th: Part 4 - All things Rockets w/ Jonathan Feigen
September 16, 2022 15:00 - 59 minutesSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) catches up with Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) of the Houston Chronicle on all things Rockets including: -Rockets future free agency plans -Jabari Smith’s ceiling -Rafael Stone’s use of analytics -Tari Eason’s fit -Training camp + roster cuts -Potential trade opportunities -KJ Martin’s trade request -Jalen Green’s sophomore season Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to ge...
RNH 250th: Part 3 - Rockets fan survey w/ Kyle Chilek, Taylor Pate, and Jorge Flores
September 15, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) is joined by Kyle Chilek (@Kchile22), Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate), and Jorge Flores (@jorgecflores22) to answer the following questions: -Are you happy with the direction of the Rockets rebuild two years in? -Will Stephen Silas be the head coach when they are ready to win at a high level? -Is the best player on the next great Rockets team already on the roster? If so, who is it? -How many future All-Stars are currently on the team? Who are they? -Will Kevin Porter ...