Houston Rockets honor Johnny Green's jersey history No. 24
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Houston Rockets feature Johnny Green in their ongoing exploration of jersey No. 24, which he wore during the 1967-68 season. Green, a forward who previously played for the New York Knicks and the Baltimore Bullets, was selected by the Rockets in the 1967 NBA expansion draft. He averaged 13.9 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game during his time with the team before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 1968. This retrospective is part of a series recognizing the various jersey numbers worn throughout the franchise’s history.
- •Johnny Green wore No. 24 for the Rockets in 1967-68.
- •He averaged 13.9 points and 10.1 rebounds.
- •Green was selected in the 1967 expansion draft.
- •He was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 1968.
- •The Rockets have retired seven jerseys in franchise history.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 24 - Johnny Green (1967-68)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Green wore only jersey No. 24 and put up 13.9 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.
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