Calvin Murphy's jersey No. 23 honored by Houston Rockets history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Calvin Murphy, who played for the Houston Rockets from 1970 to 1983, is recognized for wearing jersey No. 23 during his career. He averaged 17.9 points, 2.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.9 steals per game as a key player for the team. Murphy is one of the notable figures in Rockets history, contributing significantly in all 13 seasons he wore the jersey before retiring and remaining with the franchise thereafter.
- •Calvin Murphy played for the Houston Rockets from 1970 to 1983.
- •He wore jersey No. 23 throughout his entire career with the team.
- •Murphy averaged 17.9 points, 2.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.9 steals per game.
- •He was drafted 18th overall in the 1970 NBA Draft.
- •The Rockets have a comprehensive history of jersey numbers worn by different players.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 23 - Calvin Murphy (1970-83)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Murphy wore only jersey No. 23 and put up 17.9 points, 2.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.9 steals per game.
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