Houston Rockets highlight Moses Malone's jersey history No. 21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Houston Rockets are continuing their exploration of franchise jersey histories by focusing on Moses Malone, who wore No. 21 from 1976 to 1982. During his tenure with the Rockets, Malone averaged 24.0 points, 15.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.6 blocks per game. He joined the Rockets after starting his career in the ABA before transitioning to the NBA. Malone's contributions are part of the wider narrative of the franchise's 52 different jersey numbers worn by nearly 500 players since the team's inception in 1967. The tribute to Malone is part of a broader series honoring past players and team history.
- •Malone played for the Rockets from 1976 to 1982.
- •He averaged 24.0 points and 15.0 rebounds per game.
- •The Rockets have seen 52 different jersey numbers over their history.
- •Malone's career began in the ABA before transitioning to the NBA.
- •This focus on Malone continues the franchise's history series.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 21 - Moses Malone (1976-82)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Malone wore only jersey Nos. 21 and 24 and put up 24.0 points, 15.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.6 blocks per game,
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