Eric Floyd highlighted in Houston Rockets jersey history No. 21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Houston Rockets continue their exploration of jersey history by focusing on Eric Floyd, who wore No. 21 from 1987 to 1993. Floyd, selected 13th overall in the 1982 NBA Draft, contributed averages of 11.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game during his tenure with the team. He began his career with the New Jersey Nets before moving to the Golden State Warriors and then to the Rockets. Over the years, the team has seen almost 500 players wear a total of 52 different jersey numbers since its inception in the 1967-68 season.
- •Eric Floyd played for the Houston Rockets from 1987 to 1993.
- •He wore jersey numbers 11 and 21 during his time with the team.
- •Floyd averaged 11.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
- •The Rockets feature 52 different jersey numbers in their history.
- •The franchise has honored seven former players with retired jerseys.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 21 - Eric Floyd (1987-93)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Floyd wore only jersey Nos. 11 and 21 and put up 11.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.1 steals per game.
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