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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) give their thoughts on the conclusion of the 2025-26 Houston Rockets season. Topics include: -Salman's frustration with Rockets discourse this season -Is everyone overreacting? -Major changes needed? -Should Rafael Stone be fired? -Is a coaching shakeup needed? Can Udoka be trusted? -Should Houston trade Kevin Durant? -Does Durant even want to be in Houston? -Should the Rockets pursue star free agents like Giannis? + more Look for RNH on Apple, YouTube, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Kevin Durant’s new extension with the Rockets -Tari Eason reportedly declining $100 million from Houston -Fred VanVleet’s season-ending ACL injury -How do the Rockets look without VanVleet in the first two games? -Should the 0-2 start be a cause for concern? -How can Houston make up for VanVleet’s absence? + more Look for RNH on Apple, YouTube, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) debrief the Houston Rockets offseason in full detail, including long and short-term implications of their decision making. 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Dan Favale (@DanFavale) discuss: -Cam Whitmore traded to the Wizards. -Reacting to the details for Dorian-Finney Smith’s contract -Why the DFS signing and the Cam Whitmore trade should be viewed as one big transaction -Will Houston regret trading Whitmore? -Where does Houston stack up in the Western Conference? -Is OKC in a tier of it’s own? Are they a “Warriors’ level threat”? -Can Houston or Denver credibly be at OKC’s level? -How good is Kevin Durant at age 37? -What could hold Houston back as a team? -Is Alperen Sengun still being overlooked nationally? -Could next season be a breakout year for Reed Sheppard? + more Look for RNH on Apple, YouTube, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) recap the Rockets known free agency moves. Topics include: -Could anyone have seen this summer coming for the Rockets? -Thoughts on the Jabari Smith extension -Does Smith still possess All-Star potential? -Reacting to the Dorian Finney-Smith contract -Does Cam Whitmore have a future in Houston? -Why did Houston bring Clint Capela back? -Are the Rockets ready to compete with the Thunder in the Western Conference? + more Look for RNH on Apple, YouTube, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) react to the Houston Rockets’ stunning acquisition of 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant. Topics include: -Initial reactions to the trade -Grading the deal for both teams -Short and long-term ramifications for the team -How does Kevin Durant fit in Houston? -Will KD and Fred VanVleet get extended soon? -What other moves can Houston make? -Who starts for the Rockets next season? Amen Thompson or Tari Eason? -How good is Houston next year? Can they win the title? + more Look for RNH on Apple, YouTube, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) broadly catch up on all things Rockets from the first quarter games of the Rockets season. **Episode was recorded in late November, but remains essentially up-to-date** Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * Why Summer League left Salman speechless * Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore appear too good for Summer League * In-depth observations of Reed Sheppard’s first two games * Why Sheppard is more than just a shooter * What could hold him back in the future? * Cam Whitmore builds upon his Summer League MVP from last year * What has Whitmore worked on this summer? * Why this season is more important than ever for Jalen Green All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba): * Analyzing the pre-draft Nets/Rockets trade * Was it smart for Houston to send Brooklyn their picks back? * The upside of the future Suns picks the Rockets acquired * Will they trade for Kevin Durant? Devin Booker? * What is Reed Sheppard's upside as a prospect? * How does he fit with the other "Core 7" Rockets? * Thoughts on Houston trading for AJ Griffin * What are Griffin's strengths and weaknesses as a prospect? * Is Amen Thompson the best prospect on the Rockets? * Can Alperen Sengun be a franchise cornerstone? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) discuss: -Will the Rockets keep or trade the 3rd overall pick? -What sort of return would Houston want for #3? -Is trading out or trading down more feasible? -Who do we think the Rockets ultimately take? Who's going to be available? -Who do we want the Rockets to take? Best fit? -Are Donovan Clingan and Reed Sheppard underrated prospects? -Salman bashes "Wing Culture" on NBA Draft Twitter -What makes Reed Sheppard such an interesting prospect? -What are Sheppard's weaknesses? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * Debating one last time if Houston should keep or trade the 3rd overall pick * What player checks the most boxes that could be available at 3? * Which 3-4 prospects do we believe the Rockets should try and keep out of theoretical trade packages this summer? * Can Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün play together long-term? What makes it difficult? * What can Thompson and Sengun do to become more complementary towards each other? * If the Rockets have to decide between the two eventually, who should they pick? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and NBA draft analyst @ChuckingDarts discuss: * How strong is the of the 2024 NBA Draft? * Which prospects are most likely to become All-Stars? * Why is there so much skepticism about Donovan Clingan and Reed Sheppard? * The cases for drafting Zaccharie Risacher and Matas Buzelis in the Top 5 * Is Zach Edey being undervalued in this draft? * Who should the Rockets select at #3? * Is it worth drafting for fit this year? * Should Houston trade for Mikal Bridges? What would that package look like? * Ranking the Core 6 Rockets prospects * Can Jalen Green become a tentpole player for Houston? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * An overview of the 2023-24 Houston Rockets season * Thoughts on Rockets GM Rafael Stone receiving an extension * Houston climbing to 3rd in the 2024 NBA Draft * Should Houston keep or trade the pick? What’s a good asking price? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

(Recorded March 31st) Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * On the Rockets continued success * Can Houston make the Play-In Tournament? * Other than shooting, where is Jalen Green improving? * Is Green playing better because of Alperen Sengun’s absence? * How does Sengun fit into Houston’s long-term plans? * Reacting to the latest buzz about the Rockets itching for a superstar trade All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discusses the Houston Rockets winning 9 straight games and putting themselves in position to make the NBA Play-In Tournament. Topics include: -How are the Rockets winning without Sengun? -Ime Udoka’s adjustments -Is Jalen Green back on track to stardom? -Dissecting Green’s streaky scoring efficiency -Amen Thompson emergence -Jabari Smith’s steadiness throughout the run and this season as a whole -Was the NBA’s suspension justified? -Can Houston actually make the Play-In? Does it matter? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more. Subscribe to the free RNH newsletter: www.RedNationHoops.com 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