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Locked On Rockets BEHIND THE SCENES | NBA Reporting, Player Interactions, Game Day Routine & More



Locked On Rockets BEHIND THE SCENES | NBA Reporting, Player Interactions, Game Day Routine & More

Locked On Rockets BEHIND THE SCENES | NBA Reporting, Player Interactions, Game Day Routine & More

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From Rockets Fan to NBA Reporter: Jackson Gatlin’s Journey

Houston Rockets diehard turned credentialed media member Jackson Gatlin shares his unique path in sports journalism. Discover how childhood memories of Steve Francis and Yao Ming sparked a career covering the NBA. Gatlin offers a behind-the-scenes look at game day routines, from pre-game press conferences to post-game interviews. He reveals memorable player interactions, including a surprising compliment from Josh Christopher, and discusses the art of asking insightful questions. Guest host Jeff Wilser (@jeffwilser) Host of the AI Curious Podcast, Everydayer and lifelong Rockets fan, explores Gatlin’s off-court interests, uncovering his passion for gaming and more.

Tune in for an insider’s perspective on life as an NBA podcaster and the evolution of Rockets fandom.

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22 Comments

  1. @yuupblaze6531

    Absolutely LOVED this pod Jackson. I originally left a comment on a video asking you to tell your story, and give some details about getting into the media space. I graduated in 2019 with an exercise physiology degree after toiling over my future for nearly 2 years. But deep down, I always had a draw to sports journalism. Right now, I work in cardiology at Kelsey-Seybold, but my passion has been the Rockets for as long as I remember. I’ve done a few podcasts in the past, and after listening to the parallels in our story, I’m beginning to believe that I should’ve followed my heart. Really want to start the path to covering the Rockets!!

  4. @timw4161

    Wow bro 👏 you described my journey almost to a “T” growing up watching the Rockets and find a deep love of basketball. Thank you for sharing your journey man 🤜 🤛

  7. @-Yu_Tsugami

    this is like when you play persona 4, you want to maxed out link 10 for a character. this is how it feels like. Jackson talking about his life from beginning till now. respect ❤

  8. @timw4161

    I watch locked on Rockets religiously (actually). Jackson, you are an absolute gem. I have loved hearing your perspective for so many years. I don’t think that I’ve missed a single show at least as long as you’ve been on. You are much appreciated brother 👊

  11. @rgunayg

    Thanks so much Jackson, for the daily Locked on Rockets podcasts which covering all things about Houston Rockets basketball… Keep it up… Go Rockets…

  12. @phenom2012

    Thank You Jackson, I have always looked forward to listening to each and every episode. Keep rocking it man

  14. @MrSamed345

    As an everydayer, thats a genuine insight to your story Jackson. It is nice to know you, youre welcome.

  15. @qsxzx5635

    Awesome video Jackson. Your job would literally be my dream job so it was cool to sort of live through you per se with this deep dive. I know you probably can’t name any names of course but were there any players or staff (not necessarily Rockets) who came off as rude or mean? I’ve heard pro athletes can sometimes be entitled and cold so I’m curious if you’ve ever dealt with that.

  18. @jeffwilser

    Thanks Jackson, and for everyone who tuned in (I'm the guest host) – super fun conversation! That was a blast. Cool to see the man behind the mic.

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