Kenny Smith wore number 30 for the Houston Rockets from 1990 to 1996
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The Houston Rockets history series continues with an examination of the players who wore the number 30 jersey. Kenny Smith serves as the ninth of 15 players in franchise history to wear that specific number. After playing for the Sacramento Kings and the Atlanta Hawks, Smith joined the Rockets in 1990. He remained with the team until 1996, logging an average of 12.6 points, 1.9 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.0 steals per game during his tenure. The Rockets have featured nearly 500 players across 52 different jersey numbers since the team was founded in the 1967-68 season. This look back at the number 30 is part of an ongoing initiative to document every player who has represented the franchise throughout its history.
- •Kenny Smith played for the Houston Rockets from 1990 to 1996.
- •Smith wore jersey number 30 during his entire tenure with the team.
- •He averaged 12.6 points and 5.3 assists per game as a Rocket.
- •The Rockets have used 52 different jersey numbers since 1967.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 30 - Kenny Smith (1990-96)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Smith wore only jersey No. 30 and put up 12.6 points, 1.9 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.0 steals per game.
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