GAME NIGHT: Kevin Durant Transforms Rockets Championship Outlook | Lakers' Biggest Question is Lebron James

This episode of Locked On NBA Game Night features Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & Camille Davis ( @CamilleMonae , Locked On Bucks ), along with hosts Jackson Gatlin, Rylan Stiles, and Andy Kamenetski as they break down the biggest questions facing NBA contenders on opening night. The hosts kick off the show with an in-depth analysis of the Houston Rockets, discussing Kevin Durant's arrival, the impact of losing Fred Van Vleet, and how Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson will mesh in the new lineup. They debate whether the Rockets' defense and playmaking are strong enough to dethrone teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Denver Nuggets and reach championship status. Attention then turns to the Thunder's challenge to repeat as Western Conference champions and maintain elite defense, spotlighting Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. The crew explores defensive concerns, health, and playoff expectations for these teams, setting the stage for an exciting NBA season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 Locked On Mavericks Podcast 🎧 Locked On Bucks Podcast Follow Your Team Every Day 📲 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba/ Locked On NBA : Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba/ 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Wayfair Get organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com . Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.