Moses Malone honored in Houston Rockets jersey history feature
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
On August 1, 2026, the Houston Rockets highlighted the history of jersey No. 24, worn by Hall of Famer Moses Malone from 1976 to 1982. In his tenure with the Rockets, Malone averaged 24.0 points, 15.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.6 blocks per game. The Rockets' historical overview covers all players who have worn the team's jerseys since its founding in 1967, with seven jerseys retired in honor of standout players. The franchise's exploration of jersey history is a tribute to its storied past and the players who contributed to it.
- •Moses Malone wore jersey No. 24 for the Rockets from 1976 to 1982.
- •He averaged 24.0 points and 15.0 rebounds per game during his time.
- •The Rockets have retired seven jerseys to honor significant players.
- •The team's history includes 52 different jersey numbers since 1967.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 24 - Moses Malone (1976-82)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Malone wore only jersey No. 24 and put up 24.0 points, 15.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.6 blocks per game.
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