Tuesday’s episode of the Locked on Rockets podcast with host Jackson Gatlin and analyst Ben DuBose breaks down the latest developments surrounding the 22-11 team in Houston.
Initial points of discussion include the recent breakout performances by Isaiah Hartenstein. The young seven-footer averaged 14 points (72.2% shooting) and 11 rebounds in 29.3 minutes over two games last weekend, with usual starting center Clint Capela out injured (heel contusion).
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The show explores areas of Hartenstein’s game that stood out, as well as his potential role moving forward and whether there’s any reason to be concerned regarding the looming Jan. 7 date when the 21-year-old will begin out-earning the partial guarantee on his 2019-20 contract.
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Other topics on Tuesday’s podcast include an assessment of Mike D’Antoni‘s coaching and development strategies; the impact of Eric Gordon returning to the Rockets after an absence of over six weeks; and the growing legacy of franchise star James Harden, who is finishing the decade of the 2010s as the NBA’s top scorer. Tune in!
NEW: @TheRocketsWire editor @BenDuBose joins the show.@JTGatlin and Ben discuss pros and cons of D'Antoni; Westbrook's volatility; role of the #Rockets young guys, especially Hartenstein; Gordon's return; Harden as the decade's leading scorer and more.https://t.co/Y2Xv4cjFw2
— Locked On Rockets (@LockedOnRockets) December 31, 2019
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