Houston Rockets highlight jersey history of John Johnson, No. 27
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Houston Rockets continue their exploration of franchise history, focusing on John Johnson, who wore No. 27 from 1975 to 1977. Johnson averaged 9.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game during his tenure. He began his career with the Cleveland Cavaliers before moving to the Rockets, and later the Boston Celtics. The franchise has had 52 different jersey numbers since its founding in 1967, with only seven now retired in honor of legendary players.
- •Johnson played for the Rockets from 1975 to 1977.
- •He averaged 9.4 points per game with Houston.
- •Johnson also wore jersey No. 34 during his career.
- •The Rockets have a total of 52 different jersey numbers in franchise history.
- •Seven jerseys have been retired to honor great players.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - Charles Jones (1995-98)
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - Caldwell Jones
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - John Johnson (1975-77)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Jones wore only jersey No. 27 and put up 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game.
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Johnson wore only jersey Nos. 27 and 34 and put up 9.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Jones wore only jersey No. 27 and put up 1.4 rebounds per game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 2:00 AMHouston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - Charles Jones (1995-98)
During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Jones wore only jersey No. 27 and put up 1.4 rebounds per game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 2:00 AMHouston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - Caldwell Jones
During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Jones wore only jersey No. 27 and put up 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 1:00 AMHouston Rockets jersey history No. 27 - John Johnson (1975-77)
During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Johnson wore only jersey Nos. 27 and 34 and put up 9.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
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