Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Ryan Hollins, former NBA center and Space City Home Network commentator, react to breaking news that the Houston Astros and free-agent first baseman Christian Walker are in serious talks and are progressing towards a deal. The Astros' failed pursuit of Nolan Arenado led to a pivot to Christian Walker, which would leave newly acquired Isaac Paredes at third base and most likely shut the door on a reunion with Alex Bregman.

Ryan Hollins, former NBA center and Space City Home Network commentator, joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" to discuss the defensive growth of Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green following a 133-113 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night.

Matt Thomas of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Chandler Rome, Astros beat writer at The Athletic, react to St. Louis Cardinals star third baseman Nolan Arenado invoking his no-trade clause to block a deal that would have sent him to the Astros. Matt and Chandler also:

• predict the future of Alex Bregman, who is currently in free agency
• discuss running back Joe Mixon and quarterback Patrick Mahomes both intending to play for their respective teams in Saturday's matchup between the Texans and Chiefs
• talk with head coach Ime Udoka about the Rockets returning to the Toyota Center following elimination from the NBA Cup
• review the NFL's worst teams in "Connor's Rotten Five"
• say "I Just Don't Get It" and more.

The Houston Rockets return to the Toyota Center on Thursday to host the New Orleans Pelicans in their first game back since being eliminated from the NBA Cup. The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Rockets 111-96 on Saturday. The Rockets and Thunder have two of the three best records in the Western Conference, so the semifinal matchup might have been a potential playoff preview. "It's good to have those high-pressure situations," head coach Ime Udoka said. "The pressure of win or go home" is good experience for the young core of the Rockets, who haven't played in those types of games since the NCAA Tournament. The Rockets have had four days off but will now host a Pelicans team dealing with multiple injuries, with Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson, Jose Alvarado, Karlo Matkovic and Daniel Theis all ruled out. "This is a classic trap game with guys missing," Udoka said. However, the Rockets might be without Tari Eason, Steven Adams and Alperen Sengun, who are all listed as questionable. Rookie Reed Sheppard could return to the court after not playing any minutes the past two games. "We're not worried about Reed at all," Udoka said. "He's a young guy going through a lot of things right now," but "we want to get him back in the mix."

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Dan Mathews of "The A-Team" react to Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. being named AFC Defensive Player of the Week. This comes after Stingley compiled five tackles, including two for loss, two interceptions and two passes defended against the Miami Dolphins. Ross and Dan also:

• discuss offensive guard Kenyon Green getting officially activated from injured reserve after being designated for return a week ago
• predict whether Patrick Mahomes will play for the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Texans on Saturday
• comment on Kyle Tucker saying he is open to a long-term deal with the Chicago Cubs
• break down the current state of the NBA
• tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Brian Bogusevic, former Astros outfielder and Space City Home Network analyst, and Adam Wexler of "The A-Team" discuss the latest with third baseman Alex Bregman, who is weighing his options in free agency. Do the Houston Astros have a chance of signing Bregman? Ross, Brian and Adam also:

• further evaluate the Kyle Tucker trade
• react to Stefon Diggs latest comments on a possible future in Houston
• preview the Texans facing the Kansas City Chiefs this Saturday
• give their latest "Gut Feelings"
• recap Week 15 in "Connor's NFL Rewind" and more.

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" and Dan Mathews of "The A-Team" recap the Houston Texans defeating the Miami Dolphins 20-12 to clinch their second consecutive AFC South division title. Ross and Dan also:

• review Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans' latest comments
• further discuss the Astros trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs
• debate the differences between Nolan Arenado and Alex Bregman
• react to the Rockets getting eliminated from the NBA Cup after losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to breaking news that the Houston Astros are trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for third baseman Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith. Matt and Ross also:

• preview the Rockets taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the semifinal round of the NBA Cup
• discuss the Texans hosting the Dolphins this Sunday
• review the NFL's worst teams in "Ross' Rotten Five"
• talk with Dr. Roto to cure their fantasy football blues
• tell their "Non-Florida Stories" and more on this "Anything Goes Friday."

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to breaking news that the Houston Astros are trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for third baseman Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith.