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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) discuss:-A Stephen Silas post-mortem-Was this the right move?-Should Rockets fans be worried about GM Rafael Stone’s meddling?-Ranking the pool of candidates for Houston’s opening-Who makes the most sense and why?-Who isn’t on the list that should be on the list? (MDA, JVG, Dave Joerger, Sam Cassell, etc…?-Odds that the Rockets land James Harden this summer?-What will impact Harden’s decision making?-What does Harden on the Rockets look like in 2023?-Should KPJ be part of Houston’s future plans?+ moreLook 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 Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss:-Bill Simmons says James Harden is “Houston-bound”-Is the Jalen Green pick really a “catastrophe”?-Should TyTy Washington be in the G League?-Rockets beat Spurs in back-to-back-Is lottery positioning panic justified?-Jabari Smith’s recent hot stretch of games-One last rant from Salman about Silas/Sengun-KPJ’s recent visible flare ups. Is he worth all the trouble?-Do the Rockets have an accountability problem?Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter:www.RedNationHoops.comFollow RNH on Twitter:twitter.com/RedNationHoops 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

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss:-Rockets sign WCS to 10-day contract-Daryl Morey dismisses Harden to Houston rumors-Unpacking The Athletic’s massive Harden to Houston reporting-KPJ re-aggravates injury and chooses to play through it-Stephen Silas benches Alperen Sengun again-The long-awaited Jabari Smith conversation

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss:-Stephen Silas’ Alperen Sengun comments-Tilman’s drunken “Pray for Victor” interview-Rafael Stone’s interview with The Athletic-In light of the allegations, should teams avoid drafting Brandon Miller?-A mini Jabari Smith conversation (the bigger one comes next week)Look for RNH on App…

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) reacts to the late-night Kevin Durant trade w/ Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider). Plus the two analyze the implications for the Rockets-owned Nets picks. 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 Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) preview the 2023 NBA Trade Deadline from the Houston Rockets perspective w/ special guest Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen).Look for the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.Subscribe to our free newsletter:www.RedNationHoops.comFollow RNH on Twitter:twitter.com/RedNationHoops 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

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman (@SalmanAliNBA) and new co-host Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss:-Houston’s rumored interest in Hawks big man John Collins. What are some other out-of-the-box names Houston should target?-Has Eric Gordon’s market value improved?-Why are the Rockets suddenly playing better?-Should John Lucas get a shot at head coach?-Alperen Sengun and Jalen…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman (@SalmanAliNBA) and brand new co-host Amsal Madhani (@amsal_madhani) discuss:-John Wall, Austin Rivers, and Eric Gordon speak out about Rockets culture-Calls for Stephen Silas’ job rank up. Are they justified?-What is KPJ’s place on the Rockets long-term?-What should the Rockets aim to do at the trade deadline?-Were the Rockets right to turn down…

Salman (@SalmanAliNBA) and Bleacher Report’s Dan Favale discuss (@DanFavale) discuss:-James Harden reported interest in returning to Houston-Is this real or just a leverage play by Harden? Who leaked it?-Why would Harden leave Philadelphia?-Why would the Rockets sign Harden?-How could Harden fit their rebuild?Plus:-Possible deals the Rockets could pursue before the trade deadline-Should Houston be thinking big now?-What’s realistic?-Salman makes the case for Lonzo to HoustonLook for the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.Subscribe to our free newsletter:www.RedNationHoops.comFollow RNH on Twitter:twitter.com/RedNationHoops 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

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) discuss:-Early-season impressions of Jabari Smith versus our prior evaluations-The Rockets coaching staff’s lack of faith in Alperen Sengun-Why hasn't Houston traded Eric Gordon yet?-The Rockets’ roster crunch and it’s effect on the young talent-Is it time for a consolidation trade? Should Houst…

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) introduces himself to YouTube before discussing:-Why the Houston Rockets offense is so disappointing -Houston's lack of offensive structure on and off the court-The Rockets current offensive philosophy makes no sense-How Stephen Silas isn't the only problem, but he's certainly not helping-Ways the Rockets can find offensive structure over the next two years-When's the right time to move on from Silas?Plus Salman dives deep into the current stage of pro wrestling with Jorge Flores (@jorgecflores22):-How the next 1-2 years will define the 2020s in pro wrestling-Triple H’s impact on the WWE as head of creative-The Bloodline is the best storytelling the WWE’s put out in a long time-Roman Reigns has finally found himself as a top guy. Who can take him down?-If not Sami Zayn, then who?-Salman proposes an interesting, but controversial idea-Why MJF is the biggest thing in pro wrestling right now-Can AEW be trusted to handle a generational talent?-Logan Paul is surprisingly awesome-A plea t

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) asks Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@danfavale) hyperbolic questions about the Rockets including:-On a scale of 1 to 2, how would you rate Stephen Silas as a coach?-How many MVPs will Alperen Sengun win?-Is Tari Eason the second coming of Scottie Pippen?-Who’s a better shooter? Ray Allen or Usman Garuba?-Is Jabari Smith a bigge…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comSalman Ali sits down with Paul (@LastNameHyphen) to evaluate Stephen Silas' performance as head coach of the Houston Rockets.Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Subscribe to www.RedNationHoops.com to get access to premium episodes of the show.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.rednationhoops.comBonus episode for paid subscribers.Breaking down the Kevin Porter Jr. contract extension with Ben DuBose of USA Today Sports (@BenDuBose). Enjoy!

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) make Rockets season predictions based on the preseason by playing the game “It’s just preseason, but…”.Topics include:-Are we underestimating Jalen Green’s NBA ceiling?-Will the Rockets be too good for Victor Wembanyama?-Can Tari Eason become a starter?-Are the Rockets using Alperen Sengun the right way?-Will Kevin Porter get a contract extension?+ MoreListen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Subscribe to www.RedNationHoops.com to get access to premium episodes of the show. 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

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Action Network's  Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) discuss:-Thoughts on the James Harden trade 2 years later-Jalen Green vs. Evan Mobley revisited-Long-term thoughts on Jalen Green-Thoughts on Alperen Sengun’s star potential-Eric Gordon’s market value-Jabari Smith’s upside-Rafael Stone’s job performance-Is Stephen Silas the right head coach for Houston?+ moreListen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to get an extra episode of the podcast every month.Watch the podcast on YouTube here. 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) catches up with Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) of the Houston Chronicle on all things Rockets including:-Rockets future free agency plans-Jabari Smith’s ceiling-Rafael Stone’s use of analytics-Tari Eason’s fit-Training camp + roster cuts-Potential trade opportunities-KJ Martin’s trade request-Jalen Green’s sophomore seasonListen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to get an extra episode of the podcast every month.Watch the podcast on YouTube here. 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) is joined by Kyle Chilek (@Kchile22), Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate), and Jorge Flores (@jorgecflores22) to answer the following questions:-Are you happy with the direction of the Rockets rebuild two years in?-Will Stephen Silas be the head coach when they are ready to win at a high level?-Is the best player on the next great Rockets team already on the roster? If so, who is it?-How many future All-Stars are currently on the team? Who are they?-Will Kevin Porter Jr. be the point guard of the next great Rockets team? Why or why not?-Will Alperen Sengun become a star player?-Confidence level in GM Rafael Stone on a scale of 1-10? How does that differ (if at all) from your confidence in the old regime under Daryl Morey?-If there’s something you would do or would have done differently than the Rockets, what would it be?-Favorite draft selection over the past two years? Least favorite?Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Subscribe to the