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Red Nation Hoops Ep. 64: James Harden’s Hot Start + CP3’s Imminent Return

11/13/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and special guest Dave DuFour (@DaveDuFourNBA) discuss the following: -James Harden’s historic 56 point performance against Utah and his hot start in general -The Rockets continued success and how Clint Capela and Eric Gordon have played huge roles in it -How good can the Rockets be defensively this season? -Chris Paul’s imminent return and how it will impact the Rockets Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play...

Duration:00:34:11

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 63: CP3 Update, Clint Capela’s Rise, + Explaining the OKC/HOU Beef

11/7/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) discuss the following: -Mike D’Antoni’s new timeline for Chris Paul -Rockets lose to PHI but take care of business with NYK and ATL -Harden’s early MVP candidacy + free throw rate decline -Clint Capela’s great season + Would you trade him for DeAndre? -Explaining the deep roots of the HOU/OKC rivalry Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:01:02:52

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 62: First Two Weeks In Review

10/31/2017
Going over the first two weeks of the season with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS). Topics include: -Tilman Fertita Officially New Owner -Rockets win over the Warriors on Opening Night -Chris Paul’s knee injury -Eric Gordon looks incredible -Discussion 2019 Lebron chatter -Early trends that we’ve noticed Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:43:30

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 61 Houston Rockets Season Preview + McHale/Harden Beef

10/13/2017
Previewing the 2017-18 Houston Rockets with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), Kyle Chilek (@K_Chile22), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) along with reacting to the Kevin McHale/James Harden squabble. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:01:06:03

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 60 Melo Trade Reaction + Media Day Preview w/ Ben DuBose

9/25/2017
Reacting to the shocking Carmelo Anthony trade w/ Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) of Locked On Rockets as well as previewing what should be an interesting media day for the Houston Rockets.

Duration:00:49:56

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 59: Response to Harvey, Fertitta Buys Rockets, + Over/Unders

9/8/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) respond to the devastation that was Hurricane Harvey. reflect on the incredible response/outreach both from a local and national level, and give their best wishes to all Houstonians impacted by the storm. They also discuss the sale of the Houston Rockets to Golden Nugget casino owner and Landry’s CEO Tilman Fertitta. They speculate how Fertitta will be as an owner and discuss his past efforts to purchase the team. They end by...

Duration:00:34:48

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 58: Melo Mailbag

7/30/2017
Salman Ali(@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker(@DUNOTS) discuss the lack of movement on the Carmelo Anthony front and answer listener questions. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:37:20

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 57: Les Alexander to Sell Rockets + New Signings

7/17/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) , and Jorge Flores (@jorgecflores22) react to the stunning news that Leslie Alexander will sell the Houston Rockets, analyze the signings of Tarik Black and Luc Rashard Mbah a Moute, and discuss latest Melo chatter. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:34:36

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 56: James Harden’s Extension + Melo Optimism

7/9/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate) discuss James Harden’s extension and talk optimistically about how Carmelo Anthony in Houston could theoretically work. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:40:58

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 55: PJ Tucker Signing + Melo Skepticism

7/8/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss the PJ Tucker signing and share skepticism about the Rockets’ pursuit of Carmelo Anthony. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:31:53

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 54: Chris Paul Trade Analysis + What’s next?

6/30/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) deeply analyze the blockbuster Chris Paul trade and speculate what’s possible to come. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:01:00:53

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 53: Chris Paul Trade Reactions

6/28/2017
A crew of Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Jorge Flores (@jorgecflores22) react to the blockbuster Chris Paul trade. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:37:51

Ep. 52: Lots of Stuff is Happening

6/22/2017
With guests Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS), and Alykhan Bijani (@Rockets_Insider) to discuss: -Daryl Morey’s contract extension -Rockets plan to extend James Harden -Patrick Beverley trade rumors -Rockets offseason targets revealed -New salary cap figure is lower than expected Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:56:50

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 51: CP3 To Meet With HOU + PG13 Wants Out of IND

6/19/2017
Salman Ali (@RedNationHoops), Paul Michie-Derrick (@RocketIntellect) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) return to discuss: -What does Daryl Morey “have up his sleeve”? -Chris Paul will meet with the Rockets this summer. Reactions? -Can James Harden and Chris Paul fit together? -Paul George wants out of Indiana. Do the Rockets have a shot at trading for him? Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:38:20

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 50: Game 6 Reactions + Season Reflections

5/13/2017
Reacting to a stunning Game 6 defeat, discussing James Harden’s meltdown, and reflecting on the 2016-17 season on the whole for the Houston Rockets with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS). Also, answering your listener questions from Twitter and email. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:45:14

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 49: Recapping Games 3 and 4 + Nene Injury

5/8/2017
Recapping Games 3 and 4 of Rockets/Spurs with Taylor Pate (@taylorlpate), discussing the impact of Nene’s season ending injury, and previewing the rest of the series. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:30:38

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 48: Recapping Games 1 and 2 + Tony Parker Injury

5/5/2017
Recapping Games 1 and 2 of Rockets/Spurs with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) and discussing Tony Parker’s quad injury plus it’s impact on the series. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:30:51

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 47: Rockets/Spurs Preview Simulcast

4/30/2017
Previewing the Rockets/Spurs 2nd Round Matchup with Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS). Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:38:31

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 46: Game 2 Reactions and Game 3 Preview

4/21/2017
Reacting to an extremely close comeback victory (including the polarizing Russell Westbrook performance) by the Rockets in Game 2 and predicting what the Thunder and Rockets try to change in Game 3. Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:29:55

Red Nation Hoops Ep. 45: Game 1 Reactions and Game 2 Preview

4/19/2017
Reacting to a dominant Game 1 Rockets performance against the Thunder and previewing Game 2 with Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS). Listen to The Red Nation Hoops Podcast on iTunes or Google Play Music.

Duration:00:21:46