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45 minutes
Aug 31, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 31 — Inside the life of NBA media and how teams can decide credentials /
Locked on Rockets — August 31 — Inside the life of NBA media and how teams can decide credentials / How do NBA teams like the Rockets decide who gets media credentials, and what is a typical day like for a credentialed media member? Ben DuBose takes a deep dive into the process and explains the options outsiders have to break into the business. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
57 minutes
Aug 29, 2016
Whats the Drive and Dish's NBA 2K Rating? / On this Episode, we talk about the Worst Contracts handed out
Whats the Drive and Dish's NBA 2K Rating? / On this Episode, we talk about the Worst Contracts handed out this offseason, Tyler Johnson for the Heat, Mozgov for the Lakers, and a good amout of the contracts given out by the Portland Trailblazers. After that, we bring out our new Segment "Reading between the lines," where we disect John Walls comments about Beal, D-Rose's comments about the Knicks, and Patrick Beverly's Comments about James Harden and the Rockets. Finally, we talk NBA 2K Ratings with a game called "Too High, Too Low, Or Just Right."Follow the show ----> DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Follow us on Twitter----> Justin, Kevin, and Tim Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
34 minutes
Aug 26, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 26 — Scott Rafferty on how James Harden can resemble Steve Nash / Can James
Locked on Rockets — August 26 — Scott Rafferty on how James Harden can resemble Steve Nash / Can James Harden become Mike D'Antoni's new-age Steve Nash? Scott Rafferty (@crabdribbles) explains the surprising similarities after taking an in-depth look at the film of the two for his Sporting News column. Ben DuBose closes out the show with an update on the contract status of restricted free agent Donatas Motiejunas. - - - #Rockets #NBA #JamesHarden #SteveNash - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
33 minutes
Aug 24, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 24 — Why new rankings show Houston as a strong playoff team / Salman Ali,
Locked on Rockets — August 24 — Why new rankings show Houston as a strong playoff team / Salman Ali, managing editor of Red Nation Hoops, joins our Ben DuBose to break down the latest stories, including new projections showing the Rockets high in the West and the potential of James Harden being overlooked as an MVP candidate. - - #Rockets #NBA #JamesHarden - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
37 minutes
Aug 15, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 15 — Aly Bijani on Nene’s Olympic surge and Rudy Gay rumors / Alykhan Bijani
Locked on Rockets — August 15 — Aly Bijani on Nene’s Olympic surge and Rudy Gay rumors / Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) breaks down the film of Nene’s outstanding Olympic performances and also tells our Ben DuBose why he’s skeptical of a recent rumor linking the Rockets to Sacramento's Rudy Gay. - #Rockets #NBA #RudyGay #Nene #Olympics - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 minutes
Aug 11, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 11 — Dissecting the 2016-17 schedule with Dave Hardisty of ClutchFans / ClutchFans owner Dave
Locked on Rockets — August 11 — Dissecting the 2016-17 schedule with Dave Hardisty of ClutchFans / ClutchFans owner Dave Hardisty joins our Ben DuBose to break down the implications of the Rockets' newly-released schedule for the 2016-17 season. Hardisty also explains why he won't be surprised if there's a trade made by the Rockets before the difficult opening stretch to the season. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 minutes
Aug 8, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 8 — An NBA scout sizes up James Harden as a PG under Mike D'Antoni
Locked on Rockets — August 8 — An NBA scout sizes up James Harden as a PG under Mike D'Antoni / An NBA scout says he's skeptical of James Harden's ability to be Mike D'Antoni's point guard, but our Ben DuBose explains why the scout could be proven wrong. Ben also provides an Olympic update on the performances of Nene, Sergio Llull and Zhou Qi. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Aug 8, 2016
Westbrook "The Devoted" / The Guys talk Russel Westbrook and what it means for the Thunder moving forward, what it
Westbrook "The Devoted" / The Guys talk Russel Westbrook and what it means for the Thunder moving forward, what it means for the NBA as a whole, Jordan's comments, and Westbrooks Legacy over Durant's. They also discuss why Carmelo gets killed for staying with the Knicks & Westbrook gets praised for staying with the Thunder.We look back on the season with the Player Awards, MVP, Best Defender, Best Comeback Player, and Coach you'd like to play for. Last, we ask which teams are the most improved this offseason... is it the Warriors, Celtics, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Magic, Houston, or the Jazz? Justin, Kevin and Tim DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
34 minutes
Aug 4, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 4 — What does Russell Westbrook's extension mean for the Rockets? / Will Russell Westbrook's
Locked on Rockets — August 4 — What does Russell Westbrook's extension mean for the Rockets? / Will Russell Westbrook's contract extension with Oklahoma City lead to more NBA stars becoming available in trades? Ben DuBose explains why it could, as well as what it means for Daryl Morey and the Rockets. The Dream Shake writer Eric Spyropoulos joins the show (9:00) to explore the rotation fits for the newest Rockets in 2016-17, including Eric Gordon and Nene. Spyropoulos also makes a compelling case for higher usage of K.J. McDaniels. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 minutes
Aug 1, 2016
Locked on Rockets — August 1 — On Michael Beasley's return and Durant's praise of Harden / The Rockets
Locked on Rockets — August 1 — On Michael Beasley's return and Durant's praise of Harden / The Rockets allowed Michael Beasley's contract to become fully guaranteed for next season, so what can fans expect from him next season? Our Ben DuBose analyzes this, as well as Kevin Durant's praise for James Harden and Daryl Morey's latest interview. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 minutes
Jul 29, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 29 — ESPN's Calvin Watkins on Motiejunas talks, Harden's contract / ESPN.com beat writer Calvin
Locked on Rockets — July 29 — ESPN's Calvin Watkins on Motiejunas talks, Harden's contract / ESPN.com beat writer Calvin Watkins joins us to break down where things stand between the Rockets and Donatas Motiejunas. Watkins also examines the implications of James Harden's new contract, and whether Sam Dekker has a path to minutes under Mike D'Antoni. #Rockets - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 minutes
Jul 28, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 28 — Is a trade coming later this offseason? / Daryl Morey is known for
Locked on Rockets — July 28 — Is a trade coming later this offseason? / Daryl Morey is known for big moves, so could another one be coming this offseason? Our Ben DuBose looks at what needs remain for the Rockets and why Morey could be better positioned than most think to make compelling trade offers in the coming weeks. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 minutes
Jul 27, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 27 — Is Capela an upgrade on Howard, and what is Houston's upside? / RealGM
Locked on Rockets — July 27 — Is Capela an upgrade on Howard, and what is Houston's upside? / RealGM analyst Brett Koremenos explains why he's a fan of the Mike D'Antoni hire in Houston and says that if things go right, the Rockets can win 50-55 games and contend for a Western Conference Finals berth. #Rockets - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 minutes
Jul 26, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 26 — Where do the Rockets stand in the West? / National NBA columnist Shlomo
Locked on Rockets — July 26 — Where do the Rockets stand in the West? / National NBA columnist Shlomo Sprung joins our Ben DuBose to break down the landscape of the Western Conference and where the Rockets currently stand. Sprung also shares his thoughts on the hire of Mike D'Antoni and why he believes D'Antoni can succeed in Houston. #Rockets #NBA - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 minutes
Jul 25, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 25 — Interpreting James Harden's offseason Q&A / NBA writer and editor Matthew Cardenas joins
Locked on Rockets — July 25 — Interpreting James Harden's offseason Q&A / NBA writer and editor Matthew Cardenas joins Ben DuBose to explore the latest comments from James Harden. Is it a good sign for the Rockets' star to attribute his defensive lapses to high usage on offense? Ben and Matthew also explore Harden's strong desire to be coached and what it means for the team in the 2016-17 season and beyond. #Rockets #JamesHarden - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 minutes
Jul 22, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 22 — Is James Harden evolving into a leader? / Is James Harden becoming a
Locked on Rockets — July 22 — Is James Harden evolving into a leader? / Is James Harden becoming a leader right in front of our eyes? Ben DuBose explores Harden's busy offseason with Salman Ali, the managing editor of Red Nation Hoops. Ali explains how Harden's choices to organize team workouts and become more involved in draft and free agency meetings could bode very well for the Rockets in the months and years ahead. #JamesHarden #Rockets - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 minutes
Jul 21, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 21 — Prigioni over Terry, Nene's arrival and #TwitterMailbag / Why did the Rockets prefer
Locked on Rockets — July 21 — Prigioni over Terry, Nene's arrival and #TwitterMailbag / Why did the Rockets prefer Pablo Prigioni to Jason Terry as their backup PG? Our Ben DuBose makes the case for Prigioni while fondly recalling his favorite Jet moments in Houston. Ben also examines the formal contract signings for Nene and Chinanu Onuaku and closes out the show with a listener Q&A through our virtual #TwitterMailbag. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 minutes
Jul 19, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 20 — How Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon fit / Ben DuBose reviews the Rockets'
Locked on Rockets — July 20 — How Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon fit / Ben DuBose reviews the Rockets' offseason with the help of Brett Dawson, the Pelicans' beat writer for the New Orleans Advocate. After getting an up close and personal look at Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon,, Dawson gives Rockets fans the scoop on what to expect from their new, $133-million duo. #Rockets #RyanAnderson #EricGordon - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 minutes
Jul 18, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 19 — Where it went wrong with Dwight Howard / Ben DuBose breaks down Dwight
Locked on Rockets — July 19 — Where it went wrong with Dwight Howard / Ben DuBose breaks down Dwight Howard's departure from the Houston Rockets with Brad Rowland, a writer and podcast host with Howard's new team in Atlanta. #DwightHoward #Rockets - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
36 minutes
Jul 17, 2016
Locked on Rockets — July 18 — What's next for Donatas Motiejunas / After renegotiating James Harden's contract and signing
Locked on Rockets — July 18 — What's next for Donatas Motiejunas / After renegotiating James Harden's contract and signing Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon to long-term deals, what does that mean for the future of restricted free agent Donatas Motiejunas? Host Ben DuBose and guest David Weiner of ClutchFans examine the Rockets' salary structure and why a deal with Motiejunas could be more likely than ever before. David also breaks down how the new salaries impact Houston's potential cap room in 2017 and their plans to eventually add another star alongside Harden. Ben wraps up the show by reviewing the recent signing of backup PG Pablo Prigioni. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47 minutes
Jul 12, 2016
Memphis Grizzlies Associate Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff / Memphis Grizzlies Associate head coach J.B Bickerstaff joins the Vertical this week
Memphis Grizzlies Associate Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff / Memphis Grizzlies Associate head coach J.B Bickerstaff joins the Vertical this week and takes us on a ride through his basketball journey - from his life of growing up with the game, to last season's Houston Rocket's team, to his current situation with the Grizzlies. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
57 minutes
Jun 1, 2016
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" / S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" After the scintillating drama of the Western
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" / S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" After the scintillating drama of the Western Conference Finals, Keith, Jon, and Chuck can only hope the Finals can maintain the excitement. They give their thoughts on the Cavs, Warriors, and Thunder, as well as look at the Rockets and Grizzlies new coaching hires.Ep. 71 (S2 Ep. 32)
1½ hours
May 30, 2016
#10 - Eastern Conference Finals Recap / Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss what's next for the Raptors, praise LeBron James
#10 - Eastern Conference Finals Recap / Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss what's next for the Raptors, praise LeBron James for his sixth straight NBA Finals appearance, preview Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, and weigh in on Mike D'Antoni's fit in Houston, which big man the Sixers should trade, and whether Joakim Noah should re-sign with the Bulls this summer.
49 minutes
Apr 19, 2016
Episode #19 - The Scout 1st Round Playoff Edition / 1:00 - Dallas v. OKC - -
Episode #19 - The Scout 1st Round Playoff Edition / 1:00 - Dallas v. OKC - - What Dallas did to Durant - - How Rick Carlisle gets such production - - - - 12:30 - Toronto v. Indiana - - 16:25 - Houston v. Golden State - - 20:00 - Atlanta v. Boston - - 24:30 - Can Atlanta beat Cleveland - - 26:00 - Detroit v. Cleveland - - Long conversation about Kyrie Irving - - 30:20 - Miami v. Charlotte - - 33:30 - Clippers v. Portland - - 40:00 - 2 great play sets from Clippers v. Portland - - 44:30 - MVP top 5 - - 46:00 - Defensive Player of the Year - - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Apr 12, 2016
Its Time To Say "Ko-Bye" To #24 / Justin, Tim And Kevin Talk about the Recent NBA news, If they
Its Time To Say "Ko-Bye" To #24 / Justin, Tim And Kevin Talk about the Recent NBA news, If they would rather watch the Warriors "record setting" Game or Kobe's Last game ever, The Jazz and Rockets Playoff push, Some Hot Takes from Reddit and Mailbag! DriveandDishPodcast.com (Twitter, FB & Insta) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Apr 8, 2016
"He that lives upon hope... will die fasting" - Benjamin Franklin / Tim, Justin and Kevin talk about the MAJOR
"He that lives upon hope... will die fasting" - Benjamin Franklin / Tim, Justin and Kevin talk about the MAJOR BOMB for the sixers, Sam Hinkie leaving, The east playoff look (Pistons, Pacers, & Wizards), athe Rockets and Mav's Game and some Random player DriveandDishpodcast.com (TWITTER, FB & INSTA) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
47 minutes
Mar 22, 2016
Dwight Howard says Houston can win a title, talks James Harden, free agency / There are few NBA players who
Dwight Howard says Houston can win a title, talks James Harden, free agency / There are few NBA players who evoke reaction from the public than Dwight Howard. The Houston Rockets big man sat down with USA TODAY NBA reporter Sam Amick to discuss the season, the Rockets' style of play and his future. They also talk about why he changed agents and how Howard thinks the Rockets have what it takes to win a championship
51 minutes
Mar 11, 2016
3!..2!..1!.. Rockets have no Lift off! / The Gang Dives into a debate on if the Rockets or Heat will make
3!..2!..1!.. Rockets have no Lift off! / The Gang Dives into a debate on if the Rockets or Heat will make the playoffs, how to categorize the Great Current NBA players, and what the playoffs would look like if they happened today, the sad story behind Dion Waiter's brother in Philly, and Hit some of your Mailbag questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
34 minutes
Feb 18, 2016
Breaking down the trades at NBA trade deadline / NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break
Breaking down the trades at NBA trade deadline / NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break down the trades made at NBA trade deadline. There's more to the story of Jeff Green being shipped out of Memphis. What to make of Lance Stephenson with the Grizzlies. How did the Wizards make out in their move. And, Dwight Howard is still in Houston.
1 hour
Feb 17, 2016
Part 2- The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. / Our midseason review continues: We break down the Pacers, Bulls,
Part 2- The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. / Our midseason review continues: We break down the Pacers, Bulls, Hornets, Pistons, Wizards, Grizzlies, Mavericks, Trailblazers, Jazz, and Rockets! Also Random Player of the week is Brandon Roy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Nov 23, 2015
Talkin Celtics & More w/ Keith Smith / Justin & Tim: Chat with Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of RealGM about the
Talkin Celtics & More w/ Keith Smith / Justin & Tim: Chat with Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of RealGM about the Celtics hot start, whether the Rockets did the right thing by firing Kevin McHale, fantasy basketball and mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8 minutes
Nov 18, 2015
Why the Houston Rockets fired coach Kevin McHale / USA TODAY Sports NBA reporter Sam Amick joins Kevin Spain to
Why the Houston Rockets fired coach Kevin McHale / USA TODAY Sports NBA reporter Sam Amick joins Kevin Spain to discuss why the Houston Rockets fired coach Kevin McHale 11 games into the season. The team was in the Western Conference finals last season, gave McHale a contract extension, and will have to eat a large sum of money. Amick spoke to Rockets general manager Daryl Morey about the move and speculates on what might happen moving forward.
40 minutes
Nov 2, 2015
Early season overreactions / The NBA season is just getting started and yet, we know everything that's going to happen
Early season overreactions / The NBA season is just getting started and yet, we know everything that's going to happen -- or, the early season overreactions. Stephen Curry will breeze to MVP, the Rockets and James Harden aren't good, the Pistons and Andre Drummond are great. Oh, and Kobe Bryant says he has sucked. NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt, who is out and about, tell you what's right and not with Kevin Spain from USA TODAY Sports. Zillgitt catches up with Chris Bosh after a recent practice and the guys give their swish or airballs. Zillgitt, the resident NBA foodie, tells you where he's been eating.
1½ hours
Oct 12, 2015
Southwest Division Preview / Kevin, Justin and Tim talk: The Southwest Division preview. We breakdown the Grizzlies, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans
Southwest Division Preview / Kevin, Justin and Tim talk: The Southwest Division preview. We breakdown the Grizzlies, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans & Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
35 minutes
Sep 10, 2015
12 - Houston Rockets 2015-16 Season Preview / 12 - Houston Rockets 2015-16 Season Preview - - Learn more
12 - Houston Rockets 2015-16 Season Preview / 12 - Houston Rockets 2015-16 Season Preview - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices