Gen Z Rockets Podcast

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Corban Ford (@CorbanNBA) to talk about their experiences at Summer League, SportBusinessClassroom, the Rockets rookies and more. They play a game of "In 5 years, Jalen Green or...", and talk about Corban's Magic squad. Stay tuned for an announcement about the Gen Z Network expanding! 

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Brad LeBlanc (@HakeemThe_Dr34M) and Xavier Thibodeaux (@Zayiceman171) to talk about the Rockets rookies, summer league, the cluttered roster and the schedule release.

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Don Knock (@DonKnock) and ProdiG (@ProdiGonTwitt3r) for a live show on Spotify Green Room as well as many other Rockets fans. Come listen to us talk about our draft thoughts, concerns, questions and who could be a Rocket by the end of the night. Thanks again to everyone who joined!

ROOM WAS RECORDED LIVE ON SPOTIFY GREENROOM!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by PD Web (@abovethebreak3), to talk about the scouting process, what goes into player evaluations, and how Evan Mobley could fit in Houston.

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by fellow @ApolloHOU member Brad LeBlanc (@Hakeem_TheDr34m) to compare big boards, talk about the Rockets, and more! Tune into Apollo for Brad's big board analysis soon and subscribe for more!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Rafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500) to talk about the latest on Evan Mobley v Jalen Green, as well as some international prospects who the Rockets could target at 23 and 24, such as Alperen Sengun, Roko Prkacin and Vrenz Bleijenbergh.

Check out more of Rafael's draft work on https://www.youtube.com/c/RafaelBarloweNBADraftjunkies

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) breaks down 6' point guard Sharife Cooper to explain his strengths, weaknesses, and how he would fit on the Houston Rockets. Don't forget to leave a review on the podcast, and reach out to @GenZRockets or @FindingNeema23 for suggestions this draft season!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Mark Schindler (@MSchindlerNBA) to talk about targets in the draft including Evan Mobley, Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon Jr. Follow the podcast @GenZRockets and follow @ApolloHOU for more Rockets content!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning) to talk about the NBA Playoffs, the injuries sweeping the league and some of the other NBA drama happening this week. Tune in and don't forget to rate the podcast, leave a review and subscribe!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@findingneema23) is joined by Alan Moghaddam (@alanshow), Aaron Washington (@a_a_ron25) and McCade Pearson (@McCadeP8) to talk about the salary cap implications for this upcoming offseason for the Rockets, Knicks, Bucks, Jazz and Mavs. They then go into the 2023 CBA Agreement and what will likely be talked about and what they would like to see changed. Lastly they talk about a hypothetical for how to innovate the modern salary cap.

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Sravan Pannala (@SravanNBA) and Akhil Hollinsgsworth (@akhilhh) to talk about the upcoming matchups in the 2nd round of the NBA Playoffs, the front office changes happening around the league, and some Fertitta pandering.

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Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Lachard Binkley (@HTOWN4LIFE40) and Don Knock (@DonKnock) to talk about the surprises and issues with the 2020-2021 Rockets, some hopes for the draft and free agency, and projections for the following season.

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Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Nate Spurlin (@OldMilk00) to breakdown round 1 and talk about some of the issues around the league between players and fans. 

Time Stamps:

0:45 - Brooklyn v Boston

11:18 - Philly v DC

22:46 - NY v Atlanta

29:56 - Milwaukee v Miami

36:10 - ECSF Predictions

37:31 - Clippers v Mavericks

43:28 - Denver v Portland

47:34 - Utah v Memphis

52:03 - Lakers v Suns

56:37 - WCSF Predictions

58:22 - Racist/Violent Fans

Neema Djavadzadeh is joined by Anthony Duckett (@a_duckett) from Space City Scoop to talk about the Rockets role players and their place on the team, the growth of guys like KJ Martin and Armoni Brooks, what to do with John Wall, and goals for this offseason.

Neema Djavadzadeh is joined by Gen Z 76ers host Chris D'Ambrosio to breakdown the Rockets v 76ers game, talk about role players on both teams, and the playoff implications for the 76ers.

Neema (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Xavier, Zeke and Eddo (@Zayiceman171 , @madeinhtx_91, @young_eddo) to talk about the Rockets role player draft that they did earlier in the week on @LockerRoomApp ! Also including an excerpt from former Rockets player Bostjan Nachbar about his time in Houston, and a special message from him to Rockets fans!

Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro and Rockets vs. Heat

11:10 - An interview with Boki Nachbar

19:07 - Role Player Redraft

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by returning guest Lachard Binkley (@HTOWN4LIFE40) to talk about the top 5 in this year's draft, the Rockets free agency this offseason, and the MVP race.

Time Stamps:

0:57 - Will the tank work?

7:25 - Who are you taking in the top 5?

15:00 - Would you trade down in the draft?

18:04 - Who is the Rockets' closer?

22:18 - Developing the youth on the roster

28:42 - Free Agency Outlook

33:28 - What to do with EG

34:45 - Matchup vs. Denver

36:45 - Who is the MVP

48:30 - Next up for the Rockets

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Harley Dugan (@TheLead_HOU) to talk about the Rockets last game vs Phoenix, the fit between Cade Cunningham and Kevin Porter Jr, as well as the futures of Christian Wood and John Wall.

Time Stamps:

0:00 - Rockets v. Phoenix recap

7:00 - Would you trade John Wall?

14:30 - Would you trade Christian Wood?

19:45 - Could Cade and KPJ clash?

23:00 - Rockets v. Pacers preview

27:45 - What's next for Denver?

30:00 - The Importance of Lebron to the Lakers Bench

33:15 - Who gets the 1 seed out East?

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Grant Curington (@CuringtonGrant) to breakdown the Rockets' last two games against the Pelicans and Suns, as well as answer fan questions involving the teams future, what the team can do next and how good can the youth become. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a rating for the podcast and follow the podcast on Twitter @GenZRockets!

Time Stamps:

0:33 - Rockets vs Pelicans/Suns breakdown

20:17 - Mailbag Questions

20:17 - Player Comparisons for the Youth (@rocketsinuk)

32:53 - Gerald Green and other former Rockets we love (@Ggreenfan1)

35:30 - What's next and three year plan including our thoughts on the 2021 draft class (@KingAch19 & @AaronPKP) 

50:55 - Top 5 in the draft class (@WavvyyGod)

52:45 - What to do with the draft picks? (@Grizzly_Shark)

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning) to breakdown the Rockets vs Celtics game this week, talk on the Rockets future, and Bobby gives some insight on this Celtics moving forward. Join us in the first episode of the Rockets Science podcast's rebrand as the GEN Z ROCKETS PODCAST!

Neema (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Alan (@AlanShow) and Nico (@NicoMiatello) to breakdown the NBA trade deadline deals and give their thoughts on who the winners and losers of the deadline are. They also breakdown the Victor Oladipo trade, give their thoughts on the Rockets direction, and re-discuss the Harden deal in its totality.

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning), Alan Moghaddam (@AlanShow) and McCade Pearson (@McCadeP8) to talk about the first half of the NBA season, the all-star game, and the G-League Bubble. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review for the podcast!

Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Keagan Smith (@Keag49) to talk about the Rockets 10 game losing streak, their stashed assets and who to target for the upcoming draft.

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For episode 4 of the Rockets Science podcast, Zach Allen (@RenzoTheDon) on Twitter joins to talk about the Rockets 9 game losing streak, as well as how the Rockets need to about the season. They also talk about the future of John Wall and the growth of the Rockets' G League prospects. Be sure to follow the host, Neema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23).

Alan Moghaddam (@alanshow) joins me to talk about the Rockets vs. 76ers matchup, as well as Daryl Morey's tenure in Houston and how his torch was passed to current GM Rafael Stone. We also talk about player development both on the Rockets roster, and as a structure in the world of sport.

The Rockets are on a 5 game losing streak and recently lost to the New York Knicks 121-99. Lachard Binkley (@HTOWN4LIFE40) joins me to talk about what is wrong with the Rockets, how it can be fixed, and who should be paired with Christian Wood for the future of the team. Please follow the podcast on Spotify and Apple Music and follow me on twitter @FindingNeema23 . 

Hey y'all! My name is Neema Djavadzadeh. I am an avid Rockets fan and an incoming sport analytics master's student, and I'm here to talk basketball with you. Since this is my first podcast, I took this one casually, so everyone can get to know me. For future podcasts, I plan to have people on as well, to talk hoops with me! You can find me on Twitter @FindingNeema23. Looking forward to interacting with all of you, and please feel free to reach out with any comments, concerns, or questions!