
Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets
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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 Rock...
Episodes(40 episodes)
Episode 2187
PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Why Rockets CAN'T Sleep On Lakers, STOPPING LeBron James, LA's X-Factors & More
PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Why Rockets CAN'T Sleep On Lakers, STOPPING LeBron James, LA's X-Factors & More
The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off in round one of the NBA playoffs. Is Houston in for an easy sweep or will this series go six or seven games?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Locked On Lakers hosts Andy & Brian Kamenetzky to break down this Rockets-Lakers first round series from the Lakers side of things, spotlighting why the Rockets still need to take this team seriously, LeBron James' massive responsibility without Luka Doncic...
Published: Apr 16, 2026Duration: 43m 7s
Episode 2186
ROCKETS PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Can Lakers DEFEND Kevin Durant? Houston's Strengths, Weaknesses & More
ROCKETS PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Can Lakers DEFEND Kevin Durant? Houston's Strengths, Weaknesses & More
The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off in round one of the NBA playoffs. Can LA find a way to defend Kevin Durant?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by Locked On Lakers hosts Andy & Brian Kamenetzky to break down this Rockets-Lakers series from the Houston side of things, covering Houston's reignited offense and 9-1 close to the season, offensive rebounding strength offsetting half court offensive execution and turnover issues, how the Lakers close the gap without Luka D...
Published: Apr 15, 2026Duration: 37m 24s
Episode 2185
Rockets Vs Lakers KEY FACTORS: Alperen Sengun Set To DOMINATE & Will Luka Doncic Make Series RETURN?
Rockets Vs Lakers KEY FACTORS: Alperen Sengun Set To DOMINATE & Will Luka Doncic Make Series RETURN?
Houston Rockets eye playoff breakthrough in high-stakes battle with Los Angeles Lakers. Can Alperen Şengün deliver an All-NBA performance and put the Rockets over the top, or will LeBron James and a possible Luka Dončić return change the series’ momentum?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) spotlights Houston's major advantages, from Amen Thompson’s defense on LeBron to Jabari Smith Jr.’s X-factor scoring and the looming threat of turnovers. The episode also covers JJ Redick’s coaching chess match with I...
Published: Apr 14, 2026Duration: 35m 15s
Episode 2184
Houston Rockets DRAW Los Angeles Lakers Matchup | LEBRON JAMES Vs KEVIN DURANT Playoff SHOWDOWN
Houston Rockets DRAW Los Angeles Lakers Matchup | LEBRON JAMES Vs KEVIN DURANT Playoff SHOWDOWN
Houston Rockets draw the Los Angeles Lakers for a high-stakes first round playoff matchup. Can Kevin Durant and company capitalize on the best-case scenario, or will LeBron James and JJ Redick’s creative coaching threaten an upset?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reflects on the Rockets’ roller-coaster 52–30 season, spotlighting Durant’s resilience, Alperen Şengün’s expanded role, and growth from various players throughout the season. Key topics include how the Rockets plan to handle aggressive Lakers double teams, the crucial importance of winning “...
Published: Apr 13, 2026Duration: 33m 0s
Episode 2183
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets End The Regular Season With A Win As They Head To The Playoffs
Michael Connor breaks down the final game of the regular season as the Houston Rockets take on the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Published: Apr 13, 2026Duration: 13m 5s
Episode 2182
Amen Thompson Posts CAREER NIGHT, But Rockets LOSS Means 1st Round Matchup With Nuggets OR Lakers
Amen Thompson Posts CAREER NIGHT, But Rockets LOSS Means 1st Round Matchup With Nuggets OR Lakers
Houston Rockets locked into fifth seed after a thrilling Amen Thompson career night, but the loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves raises key questions about playoff momentum. Is this Rockets squad ready to surprise the NBA in the postseason with their big three—Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson—peaking at the right time? Will the upcoming playoff matchup against either the Los Angeles Lakers or Denver Nuggets test Houston’s mettle?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) spotlights Thompson’s dominant...
Published: Apr 12, 2026Duration: 23m 51s
Episode 2181
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets Hold On Late For Win Over Philadelphia 76ers
Michael Connor breaks down the game between the Houston Rockets and the Philadelphia 76ers on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Apr 10, 2026Duration: 11m 21s
Episode 2180
Why Rockets Superstar Kevin Durant DESERVES All-NBA 1st Team Honors + Season Awards Predictions
Why Rockets Superstar Kevin Durant DESERVES All-NBA 1st Team Honors + Season Awards Predictions
Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant emerges as a frontrunner for All-NBA First Team honors after a remarkable season at age 37. Can Durant’s elite play and durability outshine contenders like Jaylen Brown and solidify his place among the league’s best? The conversation highlights how Durant’s on-court leadership helped the Rockets overcome roster challenges, stay competitive in a tough Western Conference, and potentially surpass last year’s record.
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) explores Amen Thompson’s case for All-Defensive First Team—could he become the...
Published: Apr 9, 2026Duration: 34m 35s
Episode 2179
Kevin Durant IGNITES Rockets COMEBACK Vs Suns With Alperen Sengun & Amen Thompson TAKING OVER Late
Kevin Durant IGNITES Rockets COMEBACK Vs Suns With Alperen Sengun & Amen Thompson TAKING OVER Late
Houston Rockets mount their biggest comeback, stunning the Phoenix Suns after trailing by 21 points early. Is this the turning point that signals Houston’s postseason rise?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down the Houston Rockets’ 119-105 victory, spotlighting Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson’s fourth-quarter takeover, relentless offensive rebounding, and a chippy showdown fueled by Kevin Durant jawing with Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green going back and forth with Amen. Insights include Jabari Smith Jr.’s key defensive plays, Tari Eason’s...
Published: Apr 8, 2026Duration: 34m 27s
Episode 2178
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets Overcome 21 Point Deficit To Beat Phoenix Suns
Michael Connor breaks down all of the action between the Houston Rockets and the Phoenix Suns on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Apr 8, 2026Duration: 10m 26s
Episode 2177
Rockets Earn CLUTCH Win Vs Warriors As Kevin Durant & Alperen Sengun SPOIL Stephen Curry's RETURN
Rockets Earn CLUTCH Win Vs Warriors As Kevin Durant & Alperen Sengun SPOIL Stephen Curry's RETURN
Houston Rockets edge Golden State Warriors in a heart-stopping 117-116 finish as Alperen Şengün and Kevin Durant execute flawless crunch-time offense. Can the Rockets’ emerging Big Three power them deep into the playoffs—with the third seed still within reach.
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Houston’s resilience against Steph Curry’s return, spotlighting Jabari Smith Jr.’s elite shooting and Amen Thompson’s stifling perimeter defense. Key takeaways include the Rockets’ responses to relentless Warriors’ runs, effective adjustments by coa...
Published: Apr 6, 2026Duration: 35m 25s
Episode 2176
Houston Rockets BEST CASE Playoff Scenario: Home Court Advantage OR Hunting INJURED Lakers?
Houston Rockets BEST CASE Playoff Scenario: Home Court Advantage OR Hunting INJURED Lakers?
Houston Rockets eye a dream playoff path as injuries shake up the Western Conference landscape. Can Kevin Durant, Alperen Şengün, and Amen Thompson capitalize with the Los Angeles Lakers—now without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves—poised as the ideal first-round matchup? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) explores the scenarios that could vault Houston into home court advantage or push them into strategic seeding to secure a favorable opponent.
Key discussion points include the Rockets’ remaining schedule, potential matchups with the Denver Nug...
Published: Apr 5, 2026Duration: 29m 47s
Episode 2175
CAREER HIGH: How Reed Sheppard UNLOCKS Rockets Offense + Ime Udoka FIGURING OUT Playoff Rotations
CAREER HIGH: How Reed Sheppard UNLOCKS Rockets Offense + Ime Udoka FIGURING OUT Playoff Rotations
Reed Sheppard’s historic shooting night sparks a Houston Rockets offensive revival—could this lineup be the key to a deep playoff push? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) spotlights Shepherd’s career-high nine threes against the Milwaukee Bucks, the ripple effect on Houston’s ball movement, and how Ime Udoka’s playoff rotation appears to be taking shape at the perfect moment.
Get insights into Kevin Durant’s evolving role, the impact of moving Amen Thompson off the ball, and the Rockets’ five-game win...
Published: Apr 5, 2026Duration: 23m 7s
Episode 2174
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets Get Nice And Easy Win Over The Utah Jazz
The Houston Rockets picked up their fifth straight win as they took down the Utah Jazz. Michael Connor breaks it down on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Apr 4, 2026Duration: 11m 9s
Episode 2173
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets Survive Against Milwaukee Bucks Skeleton Crew
The Houston Rockets look to picked up their fourth straight win as they took down the Milwaukee Bucks. Michael Connor breaks down the game on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Apr 2, 2026Duration: 14m 26s
Episode 2172
Rockets Defense SHUTS DOWN Knicks As Amen Thompson CLAMPS Jalen Brunson + Houston Offense THRIVING
Rockets Defense SHUTS DOWN Knicks As Amen Thompson CLAMPS Jalen Brunson + Houston Offense THRIVING
Houston Rockets suffocate the New York Knicks with elite defense—have they rediscovered their edge just in time for the playoffs?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Houston's 111-94 dominant victory, spotlighting Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr.’s lockdown performances on Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Ball movement hits a season-high as the Rockets tally 35 assists, with Kevin Durant leading the scoring charge and Reed Sheppard providing a major spark off the bench. Key insights include Ime Udoka’s tactical lineup...
Published: Apr 1, 2026Duration: 34m 22s
Episode 2171
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Houston Rockets Remind New York Who Their Daddy Is
Houston has owned New York for some time now and that continued on Tuesday as the Rockets rolled the Knicks. Michael Connor breaks down the win on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Apr 1, 2026Duration: 13m 26s
Episode 2170
How Rockets TEAM MEETING Helped Tari Eason END Shooting Slump, Alperen Sengun's LEADERSHIP & More
How Rockets TEAM MEETING Helped Tari Eason END Shooting Slump, Alperen Sengun's LEADERSHIP & More
Houston Rockets rally behind team meeting as Tari Eason and Alperen Şengün spearhead an emotional turnaround. Is this the spark the Rockets need for a playoff surge?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) highlights the impact of a candid team meeting in Memphis, revealing how support from Şengün and teammates is helping Eason break out of his slump. The episode covers the Rockets’ reinvigorated chemistry, Aaron Holiday’s resurgence in the rotation, and the significance of upcoming clashes against the New York Kni...
Published: Mar 31, 2026Duration: 29m 38s
Episode 2169
Rockets CRUSH Pelicans Behind VINTAGE Alperen Sengun TWO-WAY Game & Second Quarter SURGE
Rockets CRUSH Pelicans Behind VINTAGE Alperen Sengun TWO-WAY Game & Second Quarter SURGE
Houston Rockets crush the New Orleans Pelicans with Alperen Şengün’s vintage performance—are the Rockets back on track for a playoff push? Şengün explodes for 36 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists, reasserting himself as Houston’s centerpiece, while Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson provide timely boosts on both ends. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) spotlights second-quarter dominance, aggressive rebounding, and key moments including Şengün’s highlight-reel lob to Thompson before halftime.
Analysis covers the Rockets’ renewed defensive energy, improved three-point shooting, and th...
Published: Mar 30, 2026Duration: 35m 25s
Episode 2168
ROCKETS POSTCAST: Alperen Sengun Leads Rockets To Easy Victory Over The New Orleans Pelicans
Michael Connor breaks down all of the action between the Houston Rockets and the New Orleans Pelicans on the Locked On Rockets Postcast.
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Published: Mar 30, 2026Duration: 13m 32s