ClutchFans Podcast
By Dave Hardisty
Welcome to the ClutchFans podcast, covering all the latest about the greatest team on the planet — the Houston Rockets. One of the largest fan communities on the web dedicated to a single team, ClutchFans has been the home away from from for Houston Rockets fans since Dave Hardisty (“Clutch”) founded it in 1996.
ClutchFans PodcastFeb 03, 2024
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49:13
Rockets Trade for Steven Adams, Trade Deadline Looms
Dave Hardisty and David Weiner discuss the Houston Rockets trade with the Memphis Grizzlies for center Steven Adams, trade rumors involving Mikal Bridges, other NBA Trade deadline possibilities for the Rockets and the current state of the young prospects like Cam Whitmore, Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green, Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr.
Feb 03, 202449:13
On the KPJ trade and future of the Rockets
The Houston Rockets are back to being a professional NBA team once again.
The Rockets finally ended the Kevin Porter Jr. era on Tuesday, coughing up two second-round picks in order to unload his contract to the Oklahoma City Thunder, getting back the contract of Victor Oladipo and third-year forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. The move puts an end to a long investment and very rocky tenure with KPJ.
David Weiner joined Dave Hardisty on the ClutchFans podcast to discuss the Porter Jr. Experiment, the price paid to move him, Houston’s potential trade options moving forward, the new culture and the current state of the Rockets young core -- including Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr., Jalen Green and Amen Thompson.
Oct 18, 202347:13
The Houston Rockets draft... JABARI SMITH JR!!!
Dave Hardisty (@clutchfans) and David Weiner (@bimathug) discuss the 2022 NBA Draft and how the Houston Rockets came away with Jabari Smith Jr. (#3), Tari Eason (#17) and TyTy Washington (#29) -- what looks like another impressive haul for Rockets GM Rafael Stone.
They also discuss possible Eric Gordon trades and the state of the Rockets rebuild.
Jun 27, 202246:23
On the NBA Draft, the Christian Wood trade and — is Eric Gordon next?
With Draft Week here, Dave Hardisty and David Weiner discuss the Christian Wood trade and options they like for the Rockets at #3, #17 and #26 in the NBA Draft
Jun 20, 202256:35
Talking Rockets with Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan Feigen
The Houston Chronicle beat writer joins Dave Hardisty on the podcast to discuss 25+ years of covering Rockets basketball, plus what's in store for the current squad
May 27, 202201:11:32
Podcast: Is Paolo Banchero in Houston’s future?
Dave Hardisty and David Weiner discuss the lottery results and the options that the Rockets, holding the third and 17th picks, will have in the 2022 NBA Draft
May 22, 202244:39
Recapping the Houston Rockets 2021 NBA Draft
Dave Hardisty and David Weiner go in depth on the podcast on how the Houston Rockets did in the 2021 NBA Draft
Jul 31, 202101:16:21
Houston’s options heading into the 2021 NBA Draft
David Weiner ("BimaThug") joins Dave Hardisty as they talk about Jalen Green, Evan Mobley and all the prospects potentially available to the Houston Rockets entering the 2021 NBA Draft
Jul 22, 202101:11:26
Rockets avoid OKC trap, land #2 pick of NBA Draft
Dave Hardisty and David Weiner discuss how outrageously fortunate the Houston Rockets are to come away with the #2 pick
Jun 23, 202152:14
Victor Oladipo trade a big disappointment in Houston
Podcast: How the expectations built a letdown when the Rockets actually did trade away Victor Oladipo
Mar 26, 202157:04
Discussing the End of an Era: The James Harden Trade
The sobering reality -- Dave Hardisty and David Weiner discuss the Rockets trading superstar James Harden and facing an uncertain future
Jan 14, 202154:22
Podcast: Russell Westbrook is gone, will James Harden stay?
David Weiner ("BimaThug") joins Dave Hardisty as they talk about the Russell Westbrook-John Wall trade and the rapidly-changing Rockets
Dec 04, 202001:05:56
Podcast: Capela trade rumors, the deadline and Westbrook’s fit in Houston
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to discuss the "changed" Rockets and how trading Clint Capela may now be necessary
Feb 04, 202001:01:01
Discussing the Russell Westbrook Blockbuster
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty on the podcast to (somewhat) try to talk him off the ledge on the Russell Westbrook trade
Jul 14, 201953:22
What in the world is going on with the Rockets?
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty on the podcast to discuss all the insanity going on at Toyota Center
Jun 19, 201901:00:31
Another loss to Warriors sets up a long summer for Rockets
Dave & MK try to make sense of another painful Rockets loss against a familiar foe
May 11, 201934:53
Rockets show Warriors they aren’t going away
Houston gets a huge home win in Game 4 as Dave & MK discuss how the Rockets, now in a tied series, can knock off the Warriors
May 07, 201926:30
On Game 3, Eric Gordon’s impact and the officiating controversy
Dave and MK discuss Houston's big overtime win over the Warriors
May 05, 201933:08
Rockets close out the Jazz, prep for a likely Warriors matchup
MK Bower joins Dave Hardisty to wrap up the Rockets 4-1 series win and preview the juggernaut matchup likely on deck
Apr 24, 201932:17
Podcast: On Game 2, Harden’s dominance and the Boogie Cousins injury
Dave and MK discuss all things Game 2 as the Rockets take a 2-0 series lead over the Jazz
Apr 18, 201927:52
Podcast: On the Rockets blowout Game 1 win and the MVP Race
MK Bower joins Dave Hardisty to talk about the Rockets big win over the Jazz and the MVP battle between Harden and Giannis
Apr 15, 201926:54
On De’Anthony Melton and the Rockets 2018 Draft, plus LeBron and free agency
For a team holding just the 46th pick of the draft, the Houston Rockets did quite well for themselves. The Rockets drafted USC guard De’Anthony Melton at 46, getting tremendous value in selecting a guy who has enormous defensive potential, but they didn’t stop there. The Rockets acquired the 52nd pick from the Utah Jazz […]
Jun 25, 201835:46
The Rockets and the 2018 NBA Draft
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty on the podcast to discuss the 2018 NBA Draft and the role it plays in the Houston Rockets offseason
Jun 20, 201848:16
A devastating Game 7 loss and what’s next for the Rockets
Picking up the pieces of a lost opportunity as Rockets fall 101-92 in Game 7
May 29, 201824:41
Defense shines again as Rockets take Game 5, go up 3-2 on Warriors
Discussing the gutsy Game 5 win that came with a price -- can the Rockets now survive Chris Paul's injury?
May 25, 201821:41
Podcast: On the Game 4 classic and the Lebron-centric offseason
Discussing Houston's huge Game 4 win at Oracle and an early look at the tough questions Daryl Morey and the Rockets have to answer this offseason.
May 24, 201831:40
Podcast: Defense picks up, Rockets even series with blowout win
On Houston's Game 2 blowout win of Golden State -- the defensive adjustments, the big games from Tucker and Gordon and the Luc Mbah a Moute mystery
May 17, 201817:34
Podcast: On the Game 1 loss and Houston’s dwindling bench
Homecourt advantage is gone, but of bigger concern, the Golden State Warriors are playing their best basketball at the right time. Kevin Durant looked unstoppable Monday night and Klay Thompson hit several big shots as the Rockets fell 119-106 in Game 1 to the Warriors, setting up what is essentially now a must-win Game 2 […]
May 15, 201819:16
Podcast: CP3 finishes off Jazz, Rockets-Warriors on deck
Discussing Chris Paul's brilliant night, the underrated PJ Tucker, James Harden's funk/illness and a Western Conference Finals preview.
May 09, 201823:13
Podcast: Rockets lose homecourt advantage as Jazz even series 1-1
Discussing Game 2 -- how Utah adjusted, how the Rockets adjusted to the adjustments and can someone wake up Houston's bench?
May 03, 201823:56
Podcast: Harden powers Rockets past Utah in Game 1 and a check-in on Russell Westbrook
Dave Hardisty and MK Bower discuss the Rockets 110-96 Game 1 win over the Utah Jazz and much more.
Apr 29, 201822:30
Podcast: Rockets finish off Wolves, prep for Jazz or Thunder
Dave Hardisty talks to MK Bower about the series win over Minnesota and the possible matchups in the second round.
Apr 26, 201825:53
LeBron James pursuit looms over Rockets as trade deadline nears
How the slim chance of landing LeBron James this summer impacts the Rockets this week at the NBA trade deadline
Feb 06, 201839:23
Podcast: As they near a superstar trio, Rockets go up for sale
Discussing the addition of Chris Paul, the pursuit of Carmelo Anthony and the shocking news that the Houston Rockets are up for sale.
Jul 19, 201757:29
Podcast: On the Rockets draft and their goal of a superteam in Houston
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to talk about the Rockets draft and their big plans for free agency starting on Saturday.
Jun 26, 201753:27
On Rockets’ struggles, Carmelo Anthony and the approaching trade deadline
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to discuss the Rockets' current woes and what trade possibilities could help them.
Jan 27, 201739:46
Houston Rockets: The surprising contender
Dave Hardisty & MK Bower discuss the OKC game, the MVP Race, the trade deadline and the surprising 28-9 Houston Rockets.
Jan 06, 201722:54
Are the 2016-17 Houston Rockets a 50-win team?
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to talk about the Houston Rockets and expectations for the 2016-17 season.
Oct 23, 201636:56
Value-Oriented Rockets set to meet the Summer of Overspending
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to discuss how the Rockets could spend their ~$40 million in free agency
Jun 30, 201645:07
Podcast: Opportunity lost, backs to the wall and the future of the Rockets
Dave Hardisty and MK Bower discuss what happened in Game 4 and what lies ahead for the Rockets.
Apr 25, 201620:52
Podcast: Rockets pass on NBA Draft for rematch with Warriors
Were the Rockets better off missing the playoffs to keep their draft pick?
Apr 14, 201617:19
Podcast: On the D-Mo Trade and Houston’s uncertain future
David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to discuss the Donatas Motiejunas trade and what lies ahead for the Houston Rockets.
Feb 19, 201639:16
What in the world is wrong with the Houston Rockets?
On the McHale firing, the Harden enigma, the Lawson struggle, the fate of Moreyball and how the Rockets can right the ship this season
Nov 23, 201531:58
Some signs of life in Harden, Rockets
Dave Hardisty & MK Bower recap a big win by the Rockets over the Thunder and discuss how the Rockets are still a work in progress.
Nov 03, 201518:49
Podcast: Talking Rockets, Vipers with new RGV Coach Matt Brase
Former Rockets Director of Player Development and new Rio Grande Valley Vipers coach Matt Brase talks Rockets with Dave Hardisty.
Aug 20, 201523:46
Podcast: Ty Lawson, Houston Rockets Point Guard
Ty Lawson is a Houston Rocket. David Weiner joined Dave Hardisty on the ClutchFans podcast to discuss Daryl Morey's big move.
Jul 20, 201535:10
Podcast: On Sergio Llull, Josh Smith and the NBA Draft
Cap expert David Weiner joins Dave Hardisty to talk Rockets offseason -- Sergio Llull, some positive buzz on Josh Smith and the NBA Draft.
Jun 24, 201540:27
Game 4 Podcast: Rockets finally beat Warriors, but will Dwight be around for Game 5?
Dave Hardisty and MK Bower discuss Game 4, Harden's big night, Drake, Stephen Curry's fall and Dwight Howard's potential Game 5 suspension.
May 26, 201523:42
Podcast: Now and in the future, what must the Rockets do to beat the Warriors?
Dave Hardisty and MK Bower discuss Game 3 and what the Rockets must do, beyond just this series, to get past the Golden State Warriors.
May 24, 201523:50
Podcast: How Sweet It Is! Clutch City is Reborn
Dave Hardisty and MK Bower with the Game 7 podcast after the Houston Rockets stunned the world to overcome a 3-1 series deficit and advance to the West Finals.
May 18, 201523:30