Can the Rockets Still Contend? PLUS Skinny Zion & NBA Bounce Back Candidates | ALL NBA PODCAST

Sep 25, 2025

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines, starting with how the Houston Rockets can contend after Fred VanVleet’s season ending injury. They discuss whether Amen Thompson or Reed Sheppard can step in as the lead point guard, how Kevin Durant can help minimize the loss, and if the Rockets should make a trade to fill the void. They also look at Zion Williamson’s weight loss, which players most need bounce-back seasons, and who could have breakout years including Jaden Ivey and Jalen Suggs.

00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Will the Houston Rockets still compete for a championship after Fred VanVleet’s injury.

10:12 - Can Reed Sheppard step in and be the lead point guard?

14:17 - How does Kevin Durant minimize the impact of FVV injury?

17:07 - Will the Rockets make a trade to fill the point guard void?

23:53 - How do the Rockets fill the leadership void from Fred VanVleet?

28:12 - The impact of Zion Williamson’s weight loss

35:11 - Who are the players that MOST need bounce back years?

41:37 - Could Jaden Ivey or Jalen Suggs have breakout years this year?

47:06 - Is it now or never for Devin Booker?

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