Otto Moore's contributions highlighted in Rockets jersey history series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Houston Rockets continue their series on jersey numbers with a focus on No. 20 worn by Otto Moore during the 1972-73 season. Moore, selected sixth overall in the 1968 NBA Draft, played for the Rockets after stints with the Detroit Pistons and Phoenix Suns. Over his time with the Rockets, he averaged 5.2 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. The feature is part of a broader retrospective on all jersey numbers in Rockets history, celebrating the nearly 500 players who have worn the team's colors since its inception.
- •Otto Moore wore No. 20 for the Rockets from 1972 to 1973
- •Moore averaged 5.2 points and 6.5 rebounds per game
- •He was selected sixth overall in the 1968 NBA Draft
- •The Rockets have had nearly 500 players in their history
- •The series covers each jersey number worn by Rockets players
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets jersey history No. 20 - Otto Moore (1972-73)
"During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Moore wore only jersey No. 20 and put up 5.2 points per game, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.
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