Podcasts about former rockets

With Michael Jordan retired from the NBA, attention shifts to the other greats: Olajuwon, Ewing, Stockton, Malone, and Barkley — all hungry for a championship. Former Rockets coach Rudy T and seven-time NBA Champion Robert Horry sit down with Hannah to talk about the team's back-to-back wins, the strangest Game Five ever played, and the surprising origins of The Heart of a Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Michael Jordan retired from the NBA, attention shifts to the other greats: Olajuwon, Ewing, Stockton, Malone, and Barkley — all hungry for a championship. Former Rockets coach Rudy T and seven-time NBA Champion Robert Horry sit down with Hannah to talk about the team's back-to-back wins, the strangest Game Five ever played, and the surprising origins of The Heart of a Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show go live from Big City Wings to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Houston Rockets winning their first NBA championship. Former Rockets guard Vernon "Mad Max" Maxwell stops by to reflect on the 1994 Finals run and comment on the current state of the Rockets, who are on a seven-game winning streak after defeating the Chicago Bulls 127-117 Thursday at the Toyota Center. The Astros were scheduled to take on the Washington Nationals in a spring training matchup but the game was cancelled due to rain. However, news broke that starter Justin Verlander will throw a live BP session either Monday or Tuesday. Verlander has been sidelined since the beginning of spring with shoulder inflammation and has been placed on the injured list to start the season. Matt and Ross debate whether it's OK to text somebody after their basketball team lost in the first round of the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, review the Los Angeles Dodgers firing Shohei Ohtani's interpreter Ippei Mizuhara following allegations that Mizuhara stole millions to cover gambling debts, preview the Cougars taking on the Longwood Lancers with Joseph Duarte, University of Houston beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more on this Anything Goes Friday.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show go live from Big City Wings to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Houston Rockets winning their first NBA championship. Former Rockets guard Vernon "Mad Max" Maxwell stops by to reflect on the 1994 Finals run and comment on the current state of the Rockets, who are on a seven-game winning streak after defeating the Chicago Bulls 127-117 Thursday at the Toyota Center. The Astros were scheduled to take on the Washington Nationals in a spring training matchup but the game was cancelled due to rain. However, news broke that starter Justin Verlander will throw a live BP session either Monday or Tuesday. Verlander has been sidelined since the beginning of spring with shoulder inflammation and has been placed on the injured list to start the season. Matt and Ross debate whether it's OK to text somebody after their basketball team lost in the first round of the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, review the Los Angeles Dodgers firing Shohei Ohtani's interpreter Ippei Mizuhara following allegations that Mizuhara stole millions to cover gambling debts, preview the Cougars taking on the Longwood Lancers with Joseph Duarte, University of Houston beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more on this Anything Goes Friday.

Terry Rozier is traded to the Miami Heat. The Hornets have no immediate plans to work on a buyout with Lowry and are expected to see if they can work another trade for him before the February 8 deadline. The Los Angeles want to trade three first round picks to get Donovan Mitchell or Trae Young. Former Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr., has reached a plea agreement of reckless assault in the third degree and harassment in the second degree involving his case with former girlfriend. LeBron James tried to get Darvin Ham fired. Paul Pierce vs Udonis Haslem. Bucks fire Adrian Griffin and replace him with Doc Rivers. The Los Angeles Lakers are interested in bringing back Dennis Schröder and Andre Drummond. Tristan Thompson suspended 25 games for PEDs. Deandre Ayton says hes a max player. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingknown-nba-music-talk/support

Seth and Sean discuss the 76ers finally giving James Harden what he wants and sending him to the Clippers, the odd trajectory Harden's career has had, and how the deal features several former Rockets.

Former Rockets Great Vernon Maxwell joined Joel & Barry to give his unfiltered thoughts on his incredible time with the Rockets, what he makes of the NBA game today, and more!

Former Rockets HC rips James Harden.

Hour 2 of The Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham! This hour included... Former Rockets head coach Kevin McHale had some harsh criticisms for James Harden, but were they fair? Is Chas McCormick the best centerfielder in the American League? Did producer Brian McDonald stump the guys during 'Who Said It'?

Former Rockets Star James Harden Calls 76ers GM Daryl Morey A Liar, Houston Dodges MASSIVE BulletHost Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses former Houston Rockets star James Harden publicly calling former Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey a "liar" and how he is refusing to be a part of any organization Morey is involved with, why the Harden/Morey situation got to this point and boiled over in such impressive fashion, how the Rockets dodged a MASSIVE bullet by not bringing Harden back to Houston, and how the 76ers fallout could benefit Houston down the line.#Rockets #JamesHarden #DarylMorey

Former Rockets Star James Harden Calls 76ers GM Daryl Morey A Liar, Houston Dodges MASSIVE Bullet Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses former Houston Rockets star James Harden publicly calling former Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey a "liar" and how he is refusing to be a part of any organization Morey is involved with, why the Harden/Morey situation got to this point and boiled over in such impressive fashion, how the Rockets dodged a MASSIVE bullet by not bringing Harden back to Houston, and how the 76ers fallout could benefit Houston down the line. #Rockets #JamesHarden #DarylMorey

It's a special conversation with a fascinating sports media professional, as Buccaneers NFL Vice President of Communications Nelson Luis is the full length guest on the "Last Word On Sports Media" Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives has an over 25 year relationship with Nelson, who has an incredible journey from early in his career being in the NFL and then joining PGA Tour media as Tiger Woods was reaching his heights, as one of the greatest players in golf history. Nelson also shares a great story of trying to help accommodate the media with Tiger at the tournament at Pebble Beach.Then, he leaves the PGA Tour ranks to join the Houston Rockets, as their director of media and low and behold the team ends up with the #1 pick, Yao Ming. Nelson was in the backstage room for the NBA draft lottery, as the Rockets got the pick and famously, he couldn't reveal it to anyone. Nelson shares about the amazing time with Yao and dealing with the Chinese and international media everywhere.Finally, the conversation turns to Nelson's role for the last 11 seasons as the Buccaneers VP of communications, and the landing of Tom Brady as a free agent with Tampa Bay. Nelson recounts the story of the Covid 19 craziness of 2020 beginning that March and suddenly, Brady has agreed with the Bucs to be their QB. What was that whole season like and it culminated with a surreal Super Bowl win by the Bucs over the Chiefs in their own stadium in Tampa.Hear Nelson tell the stories and more on this edition of the show. And make sure to follow/subscribe to the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's a special conversation with a fascinating sports media professional, as Buccaneers NFL Vice President of Communications Nelson Luis is the full length guest on the "Last Word On Sports Media" Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives has an over 25 year relationship with Nelson, who has an incredible journey from early in his career being in the NFL and then joining PGA Tour media as Tiger Woods was reaching his heights, as one of the greatest players in golf history. Nelson also shares a great story of trying to help accommodate the media with Tiger at the tournament at Pebble Beach.Then, he leaves the PGA Tour ranks to join the Houston Rockets, as their director of media and low and behold the team ends up with the #1 pick, Yao Ming. Nelson was in the backstage room for the NBA draft lottery, as the Rockets got the pick and famously, he couldn't reveal it to anyone. Nelson shares about the amazing time with Yao and dealing with the Chinese and international media everywhere.Finally, the conversation turns to Nelson's role for the last 11 seasons as the Buccaneers VP of communications, and the landing of Tom Brady as a free agent with Tampa Bay. Nelson recounts the story of the Covid 19 craziness of 2020 beginning that March and suddenly, Brady has agreed with the Bucs to be their QB. What was that whole season like and it culminated with a surreal Super Bowl win by the Bucs over the Chiefs in their own stadium in Tampa.Hear Nelson tell the stories and more on this edition of the show. And make sure to follow/subscribe to the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Former Rockets great and Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady joined the guys to discuss everything going on with his Ones Basketball League, what he made of some the Rockets offseason moves, his relationship with Kobe, and more!

Former Rockets Head Coach and current ESPN NBA Analyst Jeff Van Gundy joined the guys to discuss what he made of the Rockets offseason thus far, finding the right balance between development and winning, his expectations for Victor Wembanyama, and more!

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss comments made by former Houston Rockets guard John Wall in a podcast interview about lack or organizational accountability, how Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. are being allowed to play, how he navigated being asked to not play for a year and more. What do Wall's comments prove or disprove about the Rockets organization?#Rockets #NBA #JohnWallFollow Alykhan & Rockets Film Room: https://twitter.com/Rockets_Insider & https://bit.ly/3RPThHX

Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss comments made by former Houston Rockets guard John Wall in a podcast interview about lack or organizational accountability, how Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. are being allowed to play, how he navigated being asked to not play for a year and more. What do Wall's comments prove or disprove about the Rockets organization? #Rockets #NBA #JohnWall Follow Alykhan & Rockets Film Room: https://twitter.com/Rockets_Insider & https://bit.ly/3RPThHX

Former Rockets great T-Mac joined the guys to discuss the work that he's doing with his new 1-on-1 basketball league, Ones Basketball League, what he's made of the NBA offseason, and more!

Ben Berry and Noah Levick discuss:(2:00) — Sixers and P.J. Tucker expected to finalize three-year deal.(7:27) — Does the signing of Tucker means the end of Tobias Harris in Philly?(10:25) — Danuel House Jr. and Sixers agree to two-year contract.(13:20) — James Harden's contract negotiations with the Sixers.(21:23) — The latest on where Sixers' Gordon trade pursuit stands.(27:15) — Brunson, Beal, Drummond and more notable opening-night moves in free agency.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NBA Great Kevin McHale joins the show to talk NBA Playoffs

Kevin McHale joins the show to talk NBA Playoffs!

NBA Great Kevin McHale & Former Rockets Head Coach joins The Killer B's as a guest to talk about if Joel Embiid is the best player in the NBA after last night's game winning shot. Also, talks when do the 76ers need to activate James Harden so he can be affective in a playoff series. He speaks on if thinks Harden will ever get back to the form he had in Houston. To add on, does he think the Phoenix Suns can win it all without Devin Booker as he is going to be sidelined right now because of an injury. To end the interview, he gives his input of Villanova's Head Coach Jay Wright retiring and if he thinks he will go coach in the NBA.

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's as a guest to talk about if Gregg Popovich has coached his last game. He also gives his input on James Harden comment of not feeling any pressure in this playoffs and if he thinks Harden looks well on the court. He talks about Bill Simmons statement on Jalen Green and what he thinks of it. To finish up the interview, they talk about how a young players tune out the comments on social media and the possibility of Ben Simmons making his return in the first round of the playoffs. 

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's as a guest to talk about the Masters. He speaks on how fearful the Brooklyn Nets can be when talking about their offense. Now, that the Lakers are eliminated from playoff contention he discusses on if this affects Lebron James legacy. He gives his opinion on who he would take in the NBA draft and what prospects are catching his eye. To wrap up the interview, he talks about catch-shooters and defense. 

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's to discuss who is the better rookie this year between Jalen Green and Cade Cunningham and how he analysis the impact they have on their teams. He also talks about College Basketball and what he looks for in the prospects when analyzing them. To finish up the interview, he gives his input on who he thinks will win the NBA championship. 

Calling in to discuss sports is NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin Mchale. He and the Killer B's discuss national headlines such as if the Russell Westbrook situation in Los Angeles is salvageable. Additionally, he weighs in his thoughts on if the Brooklyn Nets can figure everything out in time to make the NBA finals and Ben Simmons sitting on the bench.

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's

 NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's and talks about the Michael Jordan vs. Lebron James debate and who he sides with. He gives his opinion on if Kareem Abdul-Jabbar would've excelled in today era of basketball. He also talks about the recent Kemba Walker news of him sitting the rest of the season and what does he think about this trend happening in the NBA. To wrap up the interview McHale gives his input on the Juwan Howard altercation he had with the Maryland coaching staff. 

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins The Killer B's Show to talk about the James Harden and Ben Simmons Trade. He gives his input on how the Nets and 76ers will look on the court and if it will work for both teams. He talks about the Breaking news of the Rockets trade with the Celtics and the meaning of this trade. He talks about the Rockets future with this current roster. 

NBA Great  & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins the show and talks about becoming a head coach without any previous coaching experience and also talks about general managers picking the staff around you. Talks about the challenge it gives you to adapt to your staff when you are not the one picking it. He gives his opinion on when is it time to start evaluating the rookie class. To wrap up the interview McHale talks about the passing of former Hall of Fame Celtics coach Bill Fitch. 

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale guest stars on the Killer B's discussing the Houston Rockets this season and how the moves the Rockets make will impact them.

Former Rockets Head Coach Rudy Tomjanovich joins the guys to talk Rockets!

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale Joins The Killer B's to talk about the Rockets

Kevin Mchale joins the hive and and talks the Rockets 4-game winning streak and discusses what it's like to coach a team in the rebuilding process. 

NBA Great & Former Rockets Head Coach Kevin McHale joins the show to talk about the current Rockets!

Seth and Sean break down just how good Carlos Correa is at shortstop, guess the Texans starters, and power rank former Rockets in the playoffs by how much we're rooting for them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Rockets Forward Matt Bullard Gives His Weekly Rockets & NBA Update

In The Loop discusses the 1995 Vernon Maxwell drama with Mario Elie on Double Clutch Monday and more.

Rudy Tomjanovich joins In The Loop for Double Clutch Monday to look back on the two championship runs, goes in-depth on the decision to part with Vernon Maxwell and more.  

Sean and Seth talk about Lance McCullers entering the fray in the MLB standoff, break down an article claiming JJ Watt is at a crossroad, and catch up with former Rockets PF Chucky Brown to re-live the team's 1995 championship.

Former Rockets' guard Vernon Maxwell joins the show to talk hoops.

On this episode of Brick Nation, TSS will discuss the achievements and significance of each inductee to the game of basketball, their team, and the league they played for. List of 2020 Inductees: Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, Former Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich, Baylor Women's BB coach Kim Mulkey, WNBA legend Tamika Catchings, former collegiate coach Eddie Sutton, former women's coach Barbara Stevens, and former FIBA and IOC executive Patrick Baumann. Twitter: @TStatsmanInstagram: @the.sideline.statsman

Former Rockets guard Vernon Maxwell talks about James Harden being one of the best to ever play the game.

Jeff Van Gundy joins John and Lance to talk about the NBA playoffs and more.

Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown (11:00) joins Thursday's show to discuss his past year; relationships with old teammates; early thoughts on the Utah series and the Warriors possibility in Round 2; and the evolution of friends James Harden and Chris Paul.#Rockets #NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown (11:00) joins Thursday's show to discuss his past year; relationships with old teammates; early thoughts on the Utah series and the Warriors possibility in Round 2; and the evolution of friends James Harden and Chris Paul. #Rockets #NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get into the mindset of one of the winningest players in the NBA - having won 2 NBA titles with the Rockets and one with the Spurs, Mario Elie has a unique perspective on the league having been a player and an assistant coach. Coach Nick discusses how the Rockets were the progenitors of volume three point shooting back in the mid 90's, as well as how tough Gregg Popovich was in his early days of coaching.

Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown joined us Friday to break down the looming matchup in the Western Conference Finals between Houston and the Golden State Warriors.Topics discussed (interview starts at 10:15) include his departure from the team earlier this year; the nature of Houston's chemistry in the locker room and its importance; his friendships with the likes of James Harden, Chris Paul, and Trevor Ariza; and what Mike D'Antoni is likely to do tactically to give the Rockets the best chance of beating the defending champs. Tune in:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Rockets guard Bobby Brown joined us Friday to break down the looming matchup in the Western Conference Finals between Houston and the Golden State Warriors. Topics discussed (interview starts at 10:15) include his departure from the team earlier this year; the nature of Houston's chemistry in the locker room and its importance; his friendships with the likes of James Harden, Chris Paul, and Trevor Ariza; and what Mike D'Antoni is likely to do tactically to give the Rockets the best chance of beating the defending champs. Tune in:   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Janel McCarville on Lindsay Whalen taking the Gophers job and her interst in joining the staff. Former Rockets head coach and current Memphis interim head coach J.B. Bickerstaff on Wolves-Rockets. Plus, Gary Trent Sr. on momories from the last time the Wolves made the playoffs -- in 2004.

Current NBA mascot, Kenn talks with ROBERT BOUDWIN, former Houston Rockets mascot, "Clutch". An inspirational journey to becoming an NBA mascot, success in the community, and beyond the fur. Robert is the definition of wild and crazy!

Former Rockets 1st round pick Royce White joins Landsberg in the Morning with Matt Cauz to discuss why his NBA career ended, DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Love coming out and speaking about Mental Health and more.

What are the similarities between James Harden's Rockets' career & Hakeem Olajuwon's? Longtime Rockets Beat Writer Robert Falkoff, who covered Dream, looks at the Beard's Championship window, D'Antoni's playoff coaching & reminisces about Coach Scotty Brooks' time with the Rockets.

Dave Hardisty catches up with former Rockets and Celtics coach Bill Fitch, who talks about the early days of Hakeem and Ralph and how Kevin McHale accepted his 6th Man role. Fitch also puts to rest the idea that the Rockets were offered Clyde Drexler and Michael Jordan in a trade for Ralph.