Houston Rockets honor Dave Gambee and jersey No. 20 in history review
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Houston Rockets continue their examination of jersey number histories with an overview of No. 20 worn by Dave Gambee during the 1967-68 NBA season. After joining the team from the San Diego Rockets, Gambee recorded averages of 13.4 points and 5.8 assists per game. His time with the Rockets lasted until he was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 1968 expansion draft. The franchise has a total of 52 different jersey numbers attributed to nearly 500 players since its inception.
- •Dave Gambee wore jersey No. 20 for the Rockets in 1967-68.
- •He averaged 13.4 points and 5.8 assists per game.
- •Gambee's tenure with the Rockets ended when he was drafted by the Bucks.
- •The Rockets have had 52 different jersey numbers over their history.
- •The franchise seeks to honor its rich history by reviewing player jerseys.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 20 - Dave Gambee (1967-68)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Gambee wore only jersey No. 20 and put up 13.4 points, 5.8 assists, and 1.2 assists per game.
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