Did not watch the whole thing, but my reaction is....
Since he refuses to comment on relocation, that means that someone is perhaps considering relocation. Bettman always unequivocably denies that anyone is relocating. In like of Bettman's ways, it would be very easy for Jacobs to state the same "company line". Since he did not, that means there are discussions....
As for Houston and Quebec, this has been his point and his talking point for at least 3 years, so nothing surprising there. Generally, to me, it comes down to this: If the NHL goes to Houston, there is the possibility that Jacobs will gain something (TV contract) besides the expansion fee. If the NHL goes to Quebec, Jacobs will gain nothing except the expansion fee. So, he has NO interest in Quebec, for his own selfish reasons. He likes Houston, for his own selfish reasons.
It's the same song and dance that has hindered this league since its beginning.....