How evolving playoff dynamics impact Houston Astros strategy

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The Astros climbed back into first place before the trade deadline. Composite Getty Image.

The Houston Astros are back in first place, at least by percentage points. Did you see the Astros rebounding from a slow start to the season as fast as ESPN Houston's John Granato?

Be sure to watch the video above as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein share their thoughts on the Astros big weekend, the trade deadline looming, and much more!

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The Lottery didn’t help the Rockets, so is a trade coming? Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images.

The NBA Draft Lottery didn't go Houston's way — and now the stakes are higher than ever for the Rockets. In this episode, we break down how the surprising results shake up Houston's future.

With the Mavericks jumping ahead to land Cooper Flagg despite just a 1.8% chance, and the Spurs also leaping up the board, the Rockets once again find themselves behind their Texas rivals. Is the NBA rigged? Houston fans are asking — and bringing receipts.

We look at what Flagg’s arrival in Dallas means for the Rockets’ rebuild timeline, and whether Houston has the star power to keep pace. Could Giannis actually head to Texas — but not to H-Town?

With pressure mounting, a blockbuster trade may be the only way out. Would you move Fred VanVleet to the Suns for Kevin Durant? We explore every scenario as GM Rafael Stone faces what could be his most pivotal offseason yet.

Don't miss the video below as ESPN Houston's Del Olaleye and Joe George share their thoughts on what the future holds for the Rockets, and much more!

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