Podcast: Trade deadline rumors, why Rockets have regressed, and beyond

Wednesday’s Locked on Rockets show explores the recent 1-10 stretch and the latest trade rumors surrounding Eric Gordon and Christian Wood.

Wednesday’s new episode of the “Locked on Rockets” podcast with host Jackson Gatlin and analyst Ben DuBose breaks down Houston’s recent downturn, as shown in a 1-10 record over the last 11 games.

Is tactical strategy on offense or effort on defense the bigger concern, and how much blame should go to head coach Stephen Silas? The new show debates that and much more, including personnel groupings and reasonable growth targets for the second half of the 2021-22 season.

The episode also explores recent trade rumors and suggestions involving veteran guard Eric Gordon and big man Christian Wood, with extended analysis on the likelihood of each player being dealt, key factors to consider, and what acceptable deals to the Rockets might look like.

Wednesday’s “Locked on Rockets” episode can be listened to via Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and nearly all major podcast distributors. It can also be watched on YouTube (see embed below).

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