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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) catches up with longtime Houston sports media personality Raheel Ramzanali (@The_Raheel/UFC Fight Pass) to talk all things Rockets rebuild (Jalen Green, Summer League, Sengun, KPJ, etc…) before diving deep into the suddenly exciting world of pro-wrestling.Listen 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), Kelly Iko (@KellyIko), Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane), and Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) discuss all matters Rockets offseason before previewing the season two weeks before training camp. The guys also answer listener questions along the way.Listen 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

SI’s Coty Davis (@CotyDavis_24) makes his debut on the show to:-Discuss how KD’s decision to stay in Brooklyn impacts the Nets picks -Analyze the Willie Cauley-Stein signing-Grade Houston’s offseason -Share favorite and least favorite offseason movesListen 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) and Bleacher Report's Dan Favale (@danfavale) rank the futures of the following rebuilding teams:-Rockets-Spurs-Jazz-Trail Blazers-Magic-Pistons-Thunder-Pacers-KingsListen 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) discusses the decade-long rivalry between the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Ali enlists the perspective of both Rockets fan (w/ @BenDuBose of USA Today Sports) and Thunder fans (w/ @AndrewKSchlecht of The Athletic).Listen 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) and Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) of USA Today Sports evaluate Tilman Fertitta’s stewardship of the Houston Rockets after his 5-year tenure as owner.Listen 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) and Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) discuss:-Will Kevin Porter Jr. receive an extension? What's the right price for him?-Is Alperen Sengun due for a breakout year?-Will Eric Gordon get traded before the season?-Did we underestimate Tari Eason's offensive capabilities?-What is Jabari Smith Jr.'s role going to be in his rookie season?-Can Jalen Green make the rare second year leap?+ 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) and special Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) talk all things Houston Rockets, including:-Summer League impressions of Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, and TyTy Washington-Will the Rockets will be better than people think next year?-How all the pieces fit together-Should Kevin Porter Jr. be afforded more patience?-Why Salman believes next season is the year that puts Alperen Sengun on the map-What will the Rockets regular season rotation look like?Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Watch the podcast on YouTube here.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to get an extra episode of the podcast every month 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 special guest Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) debate Jabari Smith Jr.'s future and best comps. Plus the two marvel at 17th overall pick Tari Eason's  play in Summer League and his fit with the Rockets. Lastly, they discuss Adam's recent one-on-one interview with Stephen Silas and who the team is thinking about starting at small forward.Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Watch the podcast on YouTube here.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to get an extra episode of the podcast every month. 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 on all things Rockets this past month including:-Announcement about the podcast-Draft night. How did the Rockets do?-Christian Wood -Kevin Durant requests a trade. What happens to those Nets picks now?-Grading the Jae'Sean Tate contractListen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. Watch the podcast on YouTube here.Subscribe to the RNH newsletter to get an extra episode of the podcast every month. 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) discuss:-Quin Snyder stepping down as head coach of the Utah Jazz-The 2022 NBA Draft class as compared to 2021's class-The top 3 prospects (Jabari Smith Jr., Chet Holmgren, and Paolo Banchero)-Is it a mistake to dismiss Jaden Ivey in the Top 3?-Paolo Banchero's likely selection at number three to Houston-Banchero's talent and unique skillset-Does it make sense for the Rockets to trade up?-Who could be available for Houston at #17?-Upside vs. Floor-Banchero's fit on the current RocketsListen 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. 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 Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) talk about Jonathan's experience at the NBA Lottery in Chicago, how the Rockets view the top of the draft, their willingness to trade up from #17, and more. Listen 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. 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

Reacting to the Houston Rockets getting to the 3rd overall pick in the draft and discussing the viability of building a team around Jalen Green w/ Dean Demakis (@DeanOnDraft). 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) discusses how the Rockets will need to build around Jalen Green now that they now he's on a star trajectory and gives his thoughts on the upcoming NBA lottery.Listen 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. 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 Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) discuss their three most pressing questions for the upcoming Rockets offseason.Topics include:-Jalen Green's hot close to the season-Kevin Porter Jr. extension talks-2022 NBA Draft and who will the Rockets might take-John Wall's future-Trade talk+ 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. 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

With a handful of games remaining, Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and special Craig Ackerman (@ca_rockets) answer the question: Did the Rockets have a successful season?Listen 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. 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 draft expert Rafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500) discuss the current crop of young Rockets and the best players of the 2022 NBA Draft.Listen to the Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. 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 former Rockets bloggers Paul Mitchie-Derrick (@LastNameHyphen) and Kyle Chilek (@Kchile22) about all things Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr., and their feelings on the Rockets rebuild.Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. 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) sits down with Rio Grande Valley Vipers head coach Mahmoud Abdelfattah to discuss:-His coaching journey-How Daryl morey and the Rockets originally hired him-His relationship with Rockets head coach Stephen Silas and GM Rafael Stone-Previously working with Kevin Porter Jr. and K.J. Martin-The development of prospects Usman Garuba, Daishen Nix, and Trevelin QueenPlus Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) joins the show to air his trade deadline thoughts.Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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) evaluates how the Houston Rockets did at the 2021 NBA Trade Deadline, how the front office is managing assets, and discusses the implications to Houston from the Harden/Simmons blockbuster trade.Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, and Spotify.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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