Rockets Podcasts

Host Robert Land asks the Rockets Chop Shop & Upside Swings Host Cooper Klein about the Rockets evaluation after they nearly dealt Sengun. Plus, we hit Jabari Smith & Tari Eason’s surge, trade philosophies & Cam Whitmore’s potential.
(:37) Was Sengun nearly dealt? What’s it say about Rafael Stone’s evaluation?
(6:21) Why is Sengun struggling?
(9:08) Tari …

Host Robert Land asks Rockets Expert Frank with Rockets Chop Shop what 3 things he’d do to improve the team if he had 3 magical wishes.
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Host Robert Land asks USA Today Rockets Wire Analyst & Lager Line podcast Host Ben DuBose how Jabari Smith’s being used by Udoka, Home Jalen Green vs. Road Jalen Green, concern over VanVleet’s usage & an alternative to Reggie Bullock.
(:40) Home Jalen vs. Road Jalen
(6:55) Where’s variety in Jalen Green’s game?
(10:20) Is Udoka & Rockets …

Host Robert Land looks at the positives & just a couple minor concerns after the Rockets beat the defending champ Nuggets for the 2nd time in 2 weeks. He gets into Jalen Green’s 2 hot shooting games & Jabari’s recent surge. If you like this quick take, let us know!
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Host Robert Land asks Rockets Expert & Kiss of Death Podcast Host Michael Brown if he’s worried about 3 game losing streak, if Jabari Smith needs to be more of the offense, how Udoka can help Jabari and if he’s out on Jalen Green’s longterm prospects.
(:20) Was Rockets 3 Game Skid Disappointing?
(3:30) Likes & Dislikes …

Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) look at CJ Stroud’s MVP odds, Texans playoff chances, Denzel Perryman’s suspension, the Texans-Cardinals matchup, the Astros hiring Joe Espada and Altuve & Bregman contract extensions.
(:38) Texans Playoff Chances?
(2:10) Stroud’s MVP odds
(4:36) Texans Sliding Doors Moment
(7:48) Denzel Perryman suspension & it’s effect on Sunday
(12:48) Underrated …

Host Robert Land asks Red Nation Hoops & Rockets Expert Salman Ali if the Rockets can keep up their incredible, if Jabari Smith is making progress & how surprising is Alperen Sengun’s defense.
(:23) How shocking is Udoka’s ability to get youngsters to buy in?
(1:21) How big is Sengun’s defensive jump?
(6:23) Why is Sengun & VanVleet …

Host Robert Land asks the Rockets Chop Shop & Upside Swings Host Cooper Klein what’s his biggest surprise in the early season, if Alperen Sengun can be an All-Star as soon as this season and if the Rockets have legit Play-In hope this year in the Western Conference.
(:34) Rockets Biggest Shocking Early Storyline?
(3:50) Surprising Stats!
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Host Robert Land welcomes in Rockets Expert Frank (with Rockets Chop Shop) to ask big questions from the early season. We hit Jalen Green’s Superstar potential or lack of it, Sengun’s defense, Udoka positives & Cam Whitmore’s rotation potential.
:40 – Udoka Positives?
2:00 – Sengun Defense?
3:00 – How do you fix shooting?
5:30 – Is it …

Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) bring in Saints Insider, Bleav in Saints Host David Grubb, to break down the Texans-Saints game. We also look at early preseason takes from the Rockets. What are we seeing from Udoka, Jabari, Sengun, Amen, Whitmore and the difference from Silas ball?
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) preview the Texans-Steelers with Bleav in Steelers podcast Host Mark Bergin. We also look at the Texans injury situation & share positive, surprising stats on Stroud, Tank Dell & the O-Line. Plus, are the Astros going to miss the playoffs & will the …

Host Robert Land asks Cooper Klein (host of NBA Draft podcast ‘Upside Swings’ & ‘Rockets Chop Shop’ contributor) what the Rockets look like without KPJ, which young Rocket takes the biggest leap this year & what their win total is.
:32 – Are Rockets better without Kevin Porter Jr?
3:25 – Is Boban a wasted roster spot?
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) preview Texans-Colts, hit Pitre & Jimmie Ward’s health & look at high grades for Will Anderson, Henry To’o-To’o & Tavierre Thomas. We also assess the Rockets post Kevin Porter Jr. & ask if Coach Holgersen put the nail in his departure with the loss …

Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) look at what lessons we learned from the Texans-Dolphins scrimmaged, what Michael Brantley’s return could mean, if Rafael Montero’s trustworthy & what matters about the Rockets schedule.
:30 – Are Scrimmages more compelling than Preseason Games?
4:00 – CJ Stroud potential concern
5:23 – Texans O-Line looking better?
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) hit Jon Singleton’s comeback, Texans Training Camp Fights, Kenyon Green as a potential bust, Tank Dell’s big week, Laremy Tunsil’s absence, Teagan Quitoriano’s return & James Harden-Daryl Morey drama.
:44 – Jon Singleton Comeback
3:28 – Singleton vs. Abreu
5:48 – Phil Maton injury
7:17 – Texans Camp Fights
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) hit on:
:43 – What did Laremy Tunsil tell Adam Schefter?
2:18 – Is Cam Whitmore more unique than Wemby? (Cam prediction!)
7:04 – 9 Reasons why Texans & Rockets are Twins
11:08 – Who’s better this season, Rockets or Texans?
21:08 – Who’s the Astros most underrated …

Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) hit on the Rockets fun Summer League, Amen Thompson’s upside, Jabari Smith improvements & Rafael Stone’s leash as GM, Plus, what are the Astros biggest trade needs? Do they need a hitter?
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) hit on the Altuve injury, rookie pitchers holding Astros together & GM Dana Brown’s 1st Astros MLB Draft. Plus, is Rockets GM Rafael Stone doing a Bill O’Brien impression & how should fans evaluate the Summer League experience?
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Hosts Robert Land & Shaun Bijani (with Sports Radio 610) look at what Dillon Brooks has to offer & why the hate over his warts as a player has gone overboard. We also wonder if the Astros World Series hopes died Monday. Does an ace pitcher’s issues mean it’s too much to overcome? Subscribe on …

Host Robert Land asks Frank (with Rockets Chop Shop) if the Rockets screwed up Free Agency. We hit on the Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Jock Landale & Jeff Green signings. Plus, did they botch the compensation for Josh Christopher, TyTy Washington, Usman Garuba & KJ Martin?
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