Podcast appearances and mentions of fred vanvleet

From 'Heat Check' (subscribe here): Trysta Krick details how the Detroit Pistons should be a blossoming team, but through a series a bad draft picks and roster mismanagement they are instead the worst team in the NBA.Then it's time for the weekly check of who's hot and who's cold: the Knicks RJ Barrett has finally turned it around to highlight the week; meanwhile, Fred VanVleet gave up winters in Toronto, but he's cold in Houston.Plus an interview with Sacramento's D-Lo & KC going all around the NBA. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trysta Krick details how the Detroit Pistons should be a blossoming team, but through a series a bad draft picks and roster mismanagement they are instead the worst team in the NBA. Then it's time for the weekly check of who's hot and who's cold: the Knicks RJ Barrett has finally turned it around to highlight the week; meanwhile, Fred VanVleet gave up winters in Toronto, but he's cold in Houston. Plus an interview with Sacramento's D-Lo & KC going all around the NBA. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 1523, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Yahoo Sports Canada, Sportsnet) to chat about Toronto Raptors rookie Gradey Dick getting assigned to play some games with Raptors 905 in the G-League, and discuss the bigger picture work that still needs to be done to get the Raptors development pipeline back to its former glory, if it is at all possible. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about Gradey Dick's first couple 905 games, whether it was the right call to send him down to the G-League, and what he can stand to gain from playing for the team. Next, they chat about whether any progress has been made on repairing the pipeline between the G-League and the Raptors' big club, Eric Khoury's work as the team's head coach, and why some tempering of expectations needs to exercised by Raptors fans expecting the 905 to return to its former heights, during which they churned out and/or refined the games of all sorts of NBA talent at a time when they were one of the first teams really tapping into the G-League well. It's a different game now, and getting as lucky as they did with Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet and more is a pretty lofty and perhaps unrealistic goal. Lastly, they check in on the Raptors' two-way guys in Javon Freeman-Liberty, Markquis Nowell and Ron Harper Jr. and chat about whether they'll have a part to play for the big club in 2023-24. Come hang out over on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/TnAkzuNe Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jalen Green Posters Jaren Jackson Jr. & Ignites Houston Rockets In Blowout Win Vs Memphis Grizzlies Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses Jalen Green dropping 34 points in the Houston Rockets 111-92 blowout win against the Memphis Grizzlies, sparked by his INSANE poster dunk over Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr. to end the third quarter. How Jalen's approach was different in this game after his recent struggles, getting help from Ime Udoka and Fred VanVleet, Jabari Smith Jr. holding it down until Jalen showed up in the second half, limiting the Grizzlies offense, Alperen Sengun and Dillon Brooks struggling for different reasons and more. #Rockets #JalenGreen #AlperenSengun

Alperen Sengun Battles LeBron James Late As Houston Rockets Fall To Los Angeles Lakers Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets heartbreaking loss to LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers 105-104. Alperen Sengun going head-to-head with LeBron in the closing moments, Fred VanVleet dishing out a season-high 16 assists, Dillon Brooks drilling SIX threes and getting inside LeBron's head, the two main reasons the Rockets lost this game, offense cratering without Sengun in the third quarter due to foul trouble, the desperate need for a serviceable backup big man, why Jalen Green NEEDS to be better and more. #Rockets #AlperenSengun #LeBronJames

Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Clippers NBA Pick Prediction 11/17/2023 by Tony T. Rockets at Clippers—Oladipo and Thompson are out for Houston. Boston and Plumlee are out for Los Angeles. Houston improved to 6-3 with their 107-104 home victory to Denver Nuggets. The Rockets converted 43% with 31% from three. Fred VanVleet scored 26 points with four assists. Alperen Sengun scored 23 points with eight rebounds. Houston held Denver to 46% shooting along with 28% from three. Los Angeles drops to 3-7 with their 111-108 road defeat at Denver. The Clippers shot 43% with 45% from three. Paul George had 35 points with seven rebounds.

Tuesday's episode of The Lager Line, sponsored by Karbach Brewing, features reaction from Ben DuBose and Paulo Alves to Houston's six-game winning streak. Rockets topics include the roles of veterans such as Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, and Jeff Green in closing out games; Alperen Sengun's evolution into a star big man; Ime Udoka's impressive coaching decisions; and what to make of inconsistency by young prospects Jabari Smith Jr. and Jalen Green.

Alperen Sengun Duels Nikola Jokic As Houston Rockets Earn Statement Win Vs Denver Nuggets Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to react to and discuss the Houston Rockets earning their sixth straight win and outlasting Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets 107-104. Alperen Sengun dueling Jokic all night long, Jalen Green impacting the game despite shooting just 1-of-13, Jeff Green quarterbacking the defense late and hitting big shots, Fred VanVleet guiding the Rockets to the win in the fourth quarter, Jae'Sean Tate with the game-winning steal to close things out, winning the non-Jokic minutes, what this win says about this Rockets team and more. #Rockets #AlperenSengun #NikolaJokic Follow Madison & his YouTube: https://twitter.com/MadManLeaks & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI-ES3c38dnqNlusPMO7n3w

Michael Brown hosts Episode 52 of The Kiss Of Death Podcast. The Rockets improve their record to 6-3 with a 107-104 win over the Denver Nuggets. The Houston Rockets were lead by Fred VanVleet with 26 points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred VanVleet Calls Game With CLUTCH Threes In Houston Rockets Win Vs Zion & New Orleans Pelicans Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets 104-101 nail biter win against the New Orleans Pelicans where Fred VanVleet stepped up late hitting a pair of insanely clutch three-pointers to secure the game. How Rockets rallied late in the game, defensive adjustments to slow down Zion Williamson, Alperen Sengun playing through injury and still sacrificing his body to make winning defensive plays late, Dillon Brooks slowing down Zion and Brandon Ingram even with foul trouble, Jalen Green getting to the free-throw line with ease, Jabari Smith Jr. benched to close the game and more. #Rockets #FredVanVleet #AlperenSengun

Bradeaux (@BradeauxNBA) and Will (@BiasedHouston) discuss: - The Rockets winning their 5th win in a row - Fred VanVleet coming in clutch - Alperen Şengün consistently balling for Houston - Ime Udoka turning Houston around. Follow/Subscribe/Listen Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/bradeauxandwill Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Bradeaux & Will Follow the Bradeaux & Will on Instagram and Twitter: (@BradeauxAndWill) Follow Bradeaux on Instagram and Twitter: (@BradeauxNBA) Follow Will on Instagram and Twitter: (@BiasedHouston) If your business wants to advertise with Bradeaux & Will, email bradeauxandwill@gmail.com ~~~

Salman 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 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.rednationhoops.com/subscribe

Jalen Green Scores 28 & Houston Rockets Defense Clamps LeBron James, Lakers In Blowout Win Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets 128-94 win against the Los Angeles Lakers, improving the team to 4-3 and above .500 for the first time in 1005(!) days. Dillon Brooks and the Rockets defense slowing down LeBron James, why the Rockets winning these games is sustainable, Jalen Green playing with confidence and scoring an incredibly efficient 28 points on 15 shots including a steal and an insane dunk, Alperen Sengun bullying Christian Wood down low, Fred VanVleet struggling to shoot but dishing out 10 assists, Jae'Sean Tate as another primary LeBron defender also adding a scoring punch off the bench, Uncle Jeff Green turning back the clock and more. #Rockets #NBA #JalenGreen

Brandon Marshall and Antoine Walker discuss whether the Lakers still have enough for a Finals run after AD's recent injury, then the Nuggets hand Dubs an L in Denver and finally we discuss Gilbert Arenas recent comments on LeBron still being the King with or without the Miami Heat?

After an 0-3 start to the 2023-24 season, Houston enters this week at 2-3 and having won two straight games by an average margin of 14 points. Monday's episode explores reasons behind the improvement, led by Ime Udoka's new-look defense and positive signs from Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Alperen Sengun, and Jae'Sean Tate.The show also breaks down the uneven start by top prospects Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr., including some issues that should be corrected with a larger sample size and others that could be longer-term concerns.

Interviews: Coach Udoka, Jabari Smith, Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks

Dillon Brooks & Jalen Green Take Over Game Late As Houston Rockets Blowout Sacramento Kings Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the Houston Rockets near wire-to-wire blowout win against the Sacramento Kings 107-89. Fred VanVleet's early facilitating, matching the Kings physicality, Alperen Sengun versus Domantas Sabonis, surviving the third quarter with DEFENSE, Dillon Brooks taking over the scoring in the fourth, Jalen Green's playmaking to close things out and more. #Rockets #Kings #DillonBrooks Follow Madison & his YouTube: https://twitter.com/MadManLeaks & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI-ES3c38dnqNlusPMO7n3w

Jabari Smith Jr. joins Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal live from the Toyota Center to discuss the team's huge night from 3 against the Hornets and the teams new offense leading to more team assists then they had in a game all last year. When asked what's been the biggest impact to having new editions to the team, such as Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Jabari said "Leadership. Two guys that come from winning teams, coming in and teaching us what they know."

Jabari Smith Jr. joins Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal live from the Toyota Center to discuss the team's huge night from 3 against the Hornets and the teams new offense leading to more team assists then they had in a game all last year. When asked what's been the biggest impact to having new editions to the team, such as Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Jabari said "Leadership. Two guys that come from winning teams, coming in and teaching us what they know."

How Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green & Houston Rockets Ball Movement Secured 1st Win Vs Charlotte Hornets Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets securing the first win of the NBA season 128-119 against the Charlotte Hornets behind some BLISTERING hot three-point shooting. Ball movement leading to high quality offensive looks, some insane shot-making masking Rockets mistakes, building leads of 18 and 15 but letting them slip away due to inexperience, Fred VanVleet highlighting Alperen Sengun's ability to be a "go-to" bucket for the team, Dillon Brooks calling out mental lapses from Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson leaving the game early with a grade 2 ankle sprain, how the Rockets will fill Amen's minutes moving forward and more. #Rockets #NBA #FredVanVleet

Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to talk about how Fred VanVleet has adapted to his new team, saying "I think anytime you come into a new situation, regardless of your experience, you have to get used to the guys you are playing with, the new coaching staff and everything we're trying to implement." Udoka also touches on improving defensively and fixing 3-pointer shortfalls by more efficient shot selection and confidence. When asked about Alperen Şengün, Udoka said "we are learning how to use him, and I think you've seen that through the first three games. He's starting to get more in his comfort zone and be the dominant player we know he can be."

Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to talk about how Fred VanVleet has adapted to his new team, saying "I think anytime you come into a new situation, regardless of your experience, you have to get used to the guys you are playing with, the new coaching staff and everything we're trying to implement." Udoka also touches on improving defensively and fixing 3-pointer shortfalls by more efficient shot selection and confidence. When asked about Alperen Şengün, Udoka said "we are learning how to use him, and I think you've seen that through the first three games. He's starting to get more in his comfort zone and be the dominant player we know he can be."

Fred VanVleet & Dillon Brooks No Answer For Steph Curry Late As Houston Rockets Lose To Warriors Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to discuss the Houston Rockets 106-95 loss to Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors and how despite now being 0-3 there were A LOT of positives from this game. Going down by as many as 16 early and fighting back to take the lead in the fourth quarter, Dillon Brooks fantastic defense on Steph through 3.5 quarters, Jae'Sean Tate with a massive impact off the bench during the comeback run, Jabari Smith Jr. with an impressive bounce back game after his struggles against the Spurs, Fred VanVleet major struggles against Warriors defense and owning up to it postgame, offense still feeling incredibly clunky at times with no clear hierarchy, is this team progressing in the right direction and more. #Rockets #Warriors #DillonBrooks Follow Madison & his YouTube: https://twitter.com/MadManLeaks & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI-ES3c38dnqNlusPMO7n3w

In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi shares two personal stories about chance meetings with NBA players and talks about the middle class of the NBA, the system within the league that keeps them in the shadows of superstars and the illusion of stardom veiling the truth. Don't miss this episode of the High and Low NBA Show.Also, check out brand new High and Low merch on http://www.vonnabrahamm.com/store. Open up the High and Low YouTube channel for bonus content. Talk to us in High and Low's Facebook group and Discord.Music featured on the episode is brought to you by Lyve of the Enjoy Music Group and Sonny Rocwell of The Goodness. Edited by Vonn August. Executive Producer is Ikenna Agu. Follow High and Low on Instagram and TikTok/Twitter @morehighandlow.High and Low at Vonn+Abrahammhttp://www.vonnabrahamm.com/high-low-podcastNew High and Low Merchhttp://www.vonnabrahamm.com/storeJoin on us on Discordhttps://discord.gg/MXu9bXMcInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/gethighandlow/https://www.instagram.com/ikenna.andthepeople/https://www.instagram.com/esteban_roy/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/morehighandlowhttps://twitter.com/IkennaCesarhttps://twitter.com/thirstyvillainHigh and Low websitehttp://www.vonnabrahamm.com/high-low-podcastTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@morehighandlowInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/gethighandlow/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/morehighandlow

Alperen Sengun Battles Victor Wembanyama As San Antonio Spurs Beat Houston Rockets In Overtime Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets 126-122 heartbreaking overtime loss to the San Antonio Spurs in which big men Alperen Sengun and Victor Wembanyama battled throughout the game. Houston with many chances to close out the game and unable to capitalize, some questionable officiating throughout the evening, fantastic performances from all the starters minus Jabari Smith Jr. who had multiple chances to seal the game late but unfortunately couldn't. Alperen Sengun DOMINANT throughout the night on both ends, including a POSTER slam over Zach Collins, Fred VanVleet with a stellar 24/8/12 outing, Dillon Brooks clamping up on defense, Jalen Green with a nice bounceback game, but inconsistent scoring throughout and more. #Rockets #AlperenSengun #VictorWembanyama

Jalen Green, Jabari Smith & Amen Thompson Struggle In Houston Rockets Blowout Loss To Orlando Magic Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets opening night 116-86 blowout loss against the Orlando Magic, why fans shouldn't overreact to just one game, the two reasons the Rockets lost this game, Alperen Sengun keeping the team alive in the first half, Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks showing up during Houston's third quarter run, struggling with Orlando's size, needing A LOT more from Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr., game one rookie struggles for Amen Thompson and more. #Rockets #JalenGreen #JabariSmithJr

Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA Pick Prediction 10/27/2023 by Tony T. Rockets at Spurs—Landale, Oladipo and Eason out for Houston. Graham out for San Antonio. Houston fell to 0-1 with their 116-86 road defeat at Orlando. The Rockets shot 41% with 35% from three plus committed 18 turnovers. Fred VanVleet hit 5 of 13 with fourteen points. Dillon Brooks also contributed 14 with four boards. They allowed 48% shooting to the Magic with 26% from three. San Antonio is 0-1 with their 126-119 home defeat to Dallas Mavericks. Spurs hit 52% from the floor with 31% from three and nineteen turnovers. Devin Vassell had 23 points and five rebounds.

Michael Brown and his Pops break down Episode 44 of The Kiss of Death Podcast. The Rockets start their 2023-2024 regular season with a 116-86 at the Orlando Magic. The Rockets were lead by Alperen Sengun, Dillon Brooks, and Fred VanVleet with 14 points each. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Rockets vs. Orlando Magic NBA Pick Prediction 10/25/2023 by Tony T. Rockets at Magic—Eason and Oladipo out for Houston. Kevon Harris out and Gary Harris questionable for the Magic. Houston added some notables to their roster like Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Jeff Green, Jock Landale and Aaron Holiday. Exiting is KJ Martin. Ime Udoka is in his first season as head coach. VanVleet and Brooks have issues shooting. The Rockets picked up two first round picks in Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore. Whitmore shined in the Summer League. Orlando is filled with young talent.

In Episode 1499, Sean Woodley is joined by Joseph Casciaro (The Score, Pound the Rock) to share some of their boldest predictions about the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors season and discuss Precious Achiuwa not receiving an extension from the Toronto Raptors before the extension deadline. Off the top they quickly address the Achiuwa non-news and discuss what he has riding on this season before diving headlong into their bold predictions. Sean has some strong feelings on the potency of the Raptors' transition attack this coming season, while Joey Cash is betting big on a major breakout for Scottie Barnes. Plus, Sean has a scorcher of a take about Pascal Siakam's future in the unlikely event he gets traded before the deadline, Joe has Dennis Schroder making fans quickly forget about Fred VanVleet's work as a playmaker, Sean is bullish on an extremely specific and niche take about two of the Raptors' bench pieces, and Cash has the Raptors finishing surprisingly high in the standings. Let us know your bold predictions for the season to come on socials or in the comments! There's no better time than opening week to join the Locked On Raptors listener community over on Discord! https://discord.gg/Fh46mNGK Also be sure to get your picks in for this year's over/unders and props contest for a chance to win a pair of tickets to a Raptors game in 2024-25! https://forms.gle/BHdGAWyW7o17Dxfj9 Contest Rules: https://bit.ly/3Qt6nfP Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Dave Dave is the banking app that's leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees.  PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! Ibotta Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first!  Jase Medical Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Brener hosts Episode 43 of The Kiss Of Death Podcast. The Rockets improve their 23-24 preseason record to 4-1 with a 110-104 win over the Miami Heat. The Rockets were lead by Fred VanVleet and Jalen Green with 20 points each. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred VanVleet, Alperen Sengun & Jalen Green In His Return Lead Houston Rockets To Win Vs Miami Heat Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets 110-104 final preseason win against the Miami Heat, which Ime Udoka treated as a full dress rehearsal for the team. Why Fred VanVleet came out so aggressive this game, how Jalen Green's return opened up the offense, Alperen Sengun getting back into a groove offensively, watching Amen Thompson learn just how unguardable he is and more. #Rockets #FredVanVleet #JalenGreen #AlperenSengun

The Athletic's Kelly Iko joins to discuss a season of heightened expectations in Houston. Topics:What the Rockets are getting in Fred VanVleet and Dillon BrooksWhy Nate thinks Amen Thompson is one of the most interesting prospects to enter the league in a long timeHow the Rockets will still rise and fall on the development of Jalen Green, Jabari Smith, Jr., and Alperen SengunAnd, of course, our predictions for the Rockets' season4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc'd On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy and Alex Wong as Blake goes through a number of Raptors props for the season including the team's win total, number of Gradey Dick three-pointers, Pascal's All-NBA chances, how often the starters are going to play 36+ minutes per game, number of three-point attempts in Fred VanVleet's return, who would win a freestyle battle between Alex and Adonis, and more! In the second hour, Will and Blake discuss what O.G.'s role will look like this season (49:21) and how he might be spotlighted even more on the defensive end under Darko Rajakovic, before diving into Jakob Poeltl's importance to the team's offence season. Finally, Alex brings an assortment of around the NBA topics to the program (01:16:52) for Will and Blake as they chat about a recent New York Magazine feature on Shams Charania and where the Raptors rank on Zach Lowe's league pass rankings.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

How Fred VanVleet & Dillon Brooks Set Tone As Houston Rockets Defense Smothers New Orleans Pelicans Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses the Houston Rockets 120-87 preseason blowout win against the New Orleans Pelicans and how the team won with their new DEFENSIVE identity despite struggling to shoot the ball for most of the night. Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks elite team defense setting the tone early forcing tons of turnovers, Jabari Smith Jr. scoring from all over the floor, Rockets assist rate through the roof, Alperen Sengun looking like a plus defensive big against Jonas Valanciunas, Brook's unselfish play in his first "full" Rockets game, Amen Thompson's impact off the bench and more. #Rockets #NBA #Pelicans

(0:40) – Rounds 1-4: When to draft Giannis + analyzing Damian Lillard, Karl-Anthony Towns, Victor Wembanyama, Dejounte Murray, Fred VanVleet and Chet Holmgren (22:00) – Rounds 5-8: Breaking down Jarrett Allen, Jalen Green, Franz Wagner, Chris Paul, Jonas Valancuinas, Ben Simmons and Clint Capela (40:00) – Rounds 9-12: Debating Onyeka Okongwu, Russell Westbrook, Shaedon Sharpe, Bennedict Mathurin, Dennis Schroder and late-round strategy

Rafael and James Barlowe share their thoughts on how it's been an challenge for small guards to crack the first round of the NBA draft the last few seasons. Despite their success on the college level, Sharife Cooper and Markuis Nowell were not selected in the NBA draft. Kennedy Chandler was a second round pick and signed the largest guaranteed deal for a second round pick, but finds himself out of the league after just one season. James explains why he believes Fred Van Vleet was undrafted and why he believes Elliot Cadeau will not have the same draft night disappointments as other diminutive guards in recent memory.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jabari Smith, Alperen Sengun & Cam Whitmore Lead Houston Rockets In Preseason Win Vs Indiana Pacers Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss the Houston Rockets 122-103 preseason win against the Indiana Pacers in which we saw the IME UDOKA ERA official unfold on the court with structure and accountability, Jabari Smith Jr.'s confidence scoring the ball as he leads the way offensively, Alperen Sengun as a passing hub, Jalen Green's aggressiveness and decision-making, Fred VanVleet guiding the young Rockets, Dillon Brooks EJECTED in the first five minutes, Amen Thompson struggling to make bunnies, but the process looking good, Tari Eason a one-man wrecking crew, Cam Whitmore ELECTRIC off the bench and so much more. #Rockets #NBA #Pacers Follow Alykhan & Rockets Film Room: https://twitter.com/Rockets_Insider & https://bit.ly/3RPThHX

Houston Rockets Biggest Questions, Expectations & Preview Before Preseason Opener Vs Indiana Pacers Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss the Houston Rockets biggest questions heading into the preseason opener at home against the Indiana Pacers, expectations for what the offense and defense will look like, things we would like to see from individual players like Jalen Green, Fred VanVleet, Alperen Sengun, and Jabari Smith Jr., previewing certain matchups with Pacers players, lineup/rotation predictions and more. #Rockets #NBA #Pacers Follow Ben & Rockets Wire: https://twitter.com/BenDuBose & https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/

Josh Lloyd's Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast features sleeper picks for 2023 in Yahoo and ESPN category leagues. The list includes Ben Simmons, Ausar Thompson, Fred VanVleet, and Jordan Poole. Brought to you by Basketball Monster Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Intro Music by Ben Lloyd TikTok Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha take a game-by-game look at opening weekend of the NBA preseason. If you like MarJon Beauchamp, Jarace Walker and/or Talen Horton-Tucker talk, this episode is for you. The guys discuss Jaden Ivey coming off the bench, John Collins starting next to Lauri Markkanen, Bennedict Mathurin vs. Buddy Hield and much more. Later, they discuss a handful of polarizing players, including Julius Randle, Fred VanVleet and Rudy Gobert. 0:00: Intro 2:30: 76ers-Celtics 10:25: Bucks-Bulls 15:45: Suns-Pistons 21:00: Is it over for James Wiseman? 23:07: Pacers-Grizzlies 28:20: Raptors-Kings 31:05: Clippers-Jazz 35:50: Polarizing players in fantasy basketball 38:45: Julius Randle 39:50: Rudy Gobert 43:20: Drafting injury-prone players early 48:30: Fred VanVleet Underdog Fantasy is the #1 platform for Best Ball leagues, including fantasy basketball. Underdog's featured Best Ball tournament for the upcoming NBA season has $500,000 in total prizes. If you haven't tried Underdog yet, new Underdog users receive a first-time deposit bonus up to $100 AND a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire with promo code R-W-N-F-L. That's promo code R-W-N-F-L.  Visit Underdog Fantasy dot com or download the Underdog app today and use promo code R-W-N-F-L to claim your free RotoWire subscription and deposit bonus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Houston Rockets Training Camp: Alperen Sengun Defense, Fred VanVleet Leadership, Tate's Role & More Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Frank (@ftank58) from Rockets Chop Shop to discuss and react to Houston Rockets training camp day two, including interviews with head coach Ime Udoka, Alperen Sengun, and Fred VanVleet, LOTS of focus on Sengun, expectations for the Rockets defense, Fred's leadership on full display, Jae'Sean Tate's role and more. #Rockets #AlperenSengun #FredVanVleet Follow Frank & Rockets Chop Shop: https://twitter.com/ftank58 & https://www.youtube.com/@ROCKETSCHOPSHOP

Houston Rockets Training Camp: Jabari Smith Jr. Growth, Fred VanVleet & Amen Thompson Vision & More Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss and react to Houston Rockets training camp day one, including interviews with head coach Ime Udoka, Jabari Smith Jr., and Aaron Holiday, as well as about 10 minutes of scrimmage footage with LOTS of positives, including Fred VanVleet and Jalen Green playing well together, Amen Thompson dropping DIMES, Jae'Sean Tate running point, Jabari attacking closeouts and more. #Rockets #NBA #TrainingCamp Follow Alykhan & Rockets Film Room: https://twitter.com/Rockets_Insider & https://bit.ly/3RPThHX

Josh Lloyd and Stan Son from The Athletic discuss fantasy basketball rankings on the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast. They debate player rankings like Jordan Poole, Alperen Sengun, Mikal Bridges, and Fred VanVleet. Basketball Monster sponsors the podcast. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors Ibotta Ibotta gives you cash back on hundreds of grocery items from produce to personal care to pantry goods, so you can make sure you're beating inflation no matter what you're purchasing! Go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code locked.  Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.  Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. FanDuel This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Intro Music by Ben Lloyd TikTok Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Brown and his Pops co-host Episode 38 of The Kiss Of Death Coverage. Topics include, but are not limited to: Quotes from Fred Van Vleet, Jeff Green, Ime Udoka, GM Rafael Stone, Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Jock Landale, and Boban Marjanovic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Rockets Media Day Reaction & Takeaways: Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr. & More Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) reacts to and discusses key takeaways from Houston Rockets media day for the 2023-2024 NBA season, including an official statement from the organization on Kevin Porter Jr., expectations from Ime Udoka and Rafael Stone on phase two, the veteran impact already on display from Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, and Jeff Green, Jalen Green says he's "tired of losing" and the hunger that the young core showcased, Jabari Smith Jr. discussing his "confidence and swagger" as well as Alperen Sengun highlighting defense and working more on that side of the ball and so much more. #Rockets #NBA #MediaDay