Tuesday’s episode of the Locked on Rockets podcast with host Jackson Gatlin and analyst Ben DuBose breaks down the latest developments surrounding the 22-11 team in Houston.
Initial points of discussion include the recent breakout performances by Isaiah Hartenstein. The young seven-footer averaged 14 points (72.2% shooting) and 11 rebounds in 29.3 minutes over two games last weekend, with usual starting center Clint Capela out injured (heel contusion).
The show explores areas of Hartenstein’s game that stood out, as well as his potential role moving forward and whether there’s any reason to be concerned regarding the looming Jan. 7 date when the 21-year-old will begin out-earning the partial guarantee on his 2019-20 contract.
Other topics on Tuesday’s podcast include an assessment of Mike D’Antoni‘s coaching and development strategies; the impact of Eric Gordon returning to the Rockets after an absence of over six weeks; and the growing legacy of franchise star James Harden, who is finishing the decade of the 2010s as the NBA’s top scorer. Tune in!
