{"podcast":{"title":"Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets","slug":"main-feed-579535","podcast_index_feed_id":579535,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/VdVZRUNt","website_url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rockets/","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/7bed7045-82c7-429b-acc6-5de07788c3f4/1ed8da1a-e8e5-4afb-9a51-d5f77e55d808/3000x3000/locked_on_rockets_podcast_2026.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Locked On Podcast Network","episode_count":500,"summary":"Locked On Rockets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Houston Rockets and the NBA. Hosted by Houston native and credentialed media member, Jackson Gatlin, the Locked On Rockets podcast provides your daily Rockets fix with expert, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Rockets franchise. Locked On Rockets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Rockets’ locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Rockets podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T02:19:55.522236+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535"},"episode":{"title":"Bruce Thornton Rockets DEEP DIVE: Ohio State PG EXACTLY What Houston Needs + Possible STAR Upside?","slug":"bruce-thornton-rockets-deep-dive-ohio-state-pg-exactly-what-houston-needs-possible-star-upside","published_at":"2026-06-26T15:35:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535/bruce-thornton-rockets-deep-dive-ohio-state-pg-exactly-what-houston-needs-possible-star-upside","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535","url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rockets/","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/2be01f/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/0484f71b-0bf5-4ae7-bab2-a023f0bde1b8/episodes/f65bbb21-d328-4f4c-b711-793dff6a519f/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=0484f71b-0bf5-4ae7-bab2-a023f0bde1b8&awEpisodeId=f65bbb21-d328-4f4c-b711-793dff6a519f&feed=VdVZRUNt","summary":"Houston Rockets target upside with Bruce Thornton at No. 31—could he be their breakout star? Despite his 6-foot frame, Thornton’s efficient three-level scoring and strong physicality have draft experts buzzing about his unique offensive profile and rare potential. Are the Rockets building their future around a second-round gem? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) break down Thornton's strengths, including his standout rim finishing, sharp three-point shot, and underrated playmaking, plus his fit alongside Fred VanVleet and Reed Sheppard. The conversation focuses on how Thornton’s physical defense and aggressive style could translate to the NBA, memorable comps like Jalen Brunson and Terry Rozier, and what his selection signals for Houston’s roster direction. Is Thornton the piece the Rockets have been missing? Don’t miss this deep look at why Houston’s front office is all-in on their newest guard.","meta_description":"Houston Rockets target upside with Bruce Thornton at No. 31—could he be their breakout star? Despite his 6-foot frame, Thornton’s efficient three-level sc…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2325,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/main-feed-579535/episodes/bruce-thornton-rockets-deep-dive-ohio-state-pg-exactly-what-houston-needs-possible-star-upside/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535/bruce-thornton-rockets-deep-dive-ohio-state-pg-exactly-what-houston-needs-possible-star-upside.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}