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Image 2 of 63 <center><strong>00 - Calvin Garrett</center></strong><br> Garrett averaged 5.3 points in two-plus years with the Rockets from 1980-1983. He started 22 games in the 1981-82 season. <center><strong>00 - Calvin Garrett</center></strong><br> Garrett averaged 5.3 points in two-plus years with the Rockets from 1980-1983. He started 22 games in the 1981-82 season. Photo: Courtesy of Houston Rockets

Image 3 of 63 0 - Aaron Brooks

The Rockets drafted Brooks out of Oregon in the first round of the 2007 draft. He averaged 12.7 points in three-plus seasons with the Rockets. Brooks was second to Kevin Martin in scoring with a 19.6 average in the 2009-10 season, when he was named the NBA's most improved player. less 0 - Aaron Brooks

The Rockets drafted Brooks out of Oregon in the first round of the 2007 draft. He averaged 12.7 points in three-plus seasons with the Rockets. Brooks was ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 4 of 63 1 - Tracy McGrady

In five-plus injury-riddled seasons with the Rockets, he averaged 22.7 points and became the 12th leading scorer in franchise history with 6,888 points. He was a three-time All-Star and led the Rockets to the playoffs three times. less 1 - Tracy McGrady

In five-plus injury-riddled seasons with the Rockets, he averaged 22.7 points and became the 12th leading scorer in franchise history with 6,888 points. ... more Photo: Billy Smith II / Houston Chronicle

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Image 6 of 63 2 - Rick Barry

His best days were played elsewhere, but Barry finished up his Hall of Fame career here in Houston. He averaged 12.8 points in two seasons. less 2 - Rick Barry

His best days were played elsewhere, but Barry finished up his Hall of Fame career here in Houston. He averaged 12.8 points in two ... more Photo: Courtesy of Houston Rockets

Image 7 of 63 3 - Steve Francis

The Rockets traded for Francis before he ever played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, who picked him second overall in 1999. He starred for five seasons in Houston, averaging 19 points a game and becoming the 11th leading scorer in franchise history. He was the 1999-00 co-Rookie of the Year and a three-time All-Star. less 3 - Steve Francis

The Rockets traded for Francis before he ever played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, who picked him second overall in 1999. He starred for five seasons in ... more Photo: Steve Campbell / Houston Chronicle

Image 8 of 63 4 - Charles Barkley

The Hall of Famer played his final four seasons in Houston. He was a two-time All-Star with the Rockets. In the 1996-97 season, he averaged 19.2 points and 13.5 rebounds and led the Rockets to the Western Conference finals. less 4 - Charles Barkley

The Hall of Famer played his final four seasons in Houston. He was a two-time All-Star with the Rockets. In the 1996-97 season, he averaged 19.2 ... more Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 9 of 63 5 - Cuttino Mobley

Mobley was drafted in the second round in 1998 and became the 10th leading scorer in Rockets history. He averaged 17.1 points in six years and averaged a team-best 21.7 points in 2001-02, when the Rockets went 28-54. less 5 - Cuttino Mobley

Mobley was drafted in the second round in 1998 and became the 10th leading scorer in Rockets history. He averaged 17.1 points in six years and averaged ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 11 of 63 <center><strong>6 - Tom Henderson</center></strong><br> Henderson wrapped up his nine-year career with four in Houston. The point guard averaged 5.6 points and 3.97 assists. <center><strong>6 - Tom Henderson</center></strong><br> Henderson wrapped up his nine-year career with four in Houston. The point guard averaged 5.6 points and 3.97 assists. Photo: Courtesy of Houston Rockets

Image 12 of 63 7 - Kyle Lowry

Picked up in mid-season 2009, Lowry became arguably the most valuable player on the team during his three-plus year run. During the 2011-12 season, Lowry averaged a career-best 14.3 points per game. less 7 - Kyle Lowry

Picked up in mid-season 2009, Lowry became arguably the most valuable player on the team during his three-plus year run. During the 2011-12 season, Lowry ... more Photo: Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 13 of 63 8 - Eddie Johnson

Johnson finished his 17-year NBA career with two seasons in Houston. He averaged 8.4 points in 75 games in the 1997-98 season. less 8 - Eddie Johnson

Johnson finished his 17-year NBA career with two seasons in Houston. He averaged 8.4 points in 75 games in the 1997-98 ... more Photo: DAVID J. PHILLIP / AP

Image 14 of 63 9 - Lionel Hollins

Hollins, best known for his time with the 76ers, finished his career with Houston in 1984-85. He averaged 7.6 points that season. less 9 - Lionel Hollins

Hollins, best known for his time with the 76ers, finished his career with Houston in 1984-85. He averaged 7.6 points that ... more Photo: AP

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Image 16 of 63 10 - Sam Cassell

Cassell was drafted with the 24th overall pick in 1993 and won NBA titles in his first two years with the Rockets. He averaged 10 points in his three seasons as a reserve before being traded in August 1996. less 10 - Sam Cassell

Cassell was drafted with the 24th overall pick in 1993 and won NBA titles in his first two years with the Rockets. He averaged 10 points in his three ... more Photo: AP

Image 17 of 63 11 - Yao Ming

Yao, the No. 1 overall pick in 2002, was an All-Star in each of his eight seasons before a string of injuries forced the 7-6 center into retirement. He finished sixth in franchise history in scoring and rebounding and became an icon in his native China. less 11 - Yao Ming

Yao, the No. 1 overall pick in 2002, was an All-Star in each of his eight seasons before a string of injuries forced the 7-6 center into retirement. He ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 18 of 63 12 -Dwight Howard

Acquired in the summer of 2013, Dwight has not disappointed as he has provided the Rockets with inside scoring and interior defense. less 12 -Dwight Howard

Acquired in the summer of 2013, Dwight has not disappointed as he has provided the Rockets with inside scoring and interior ... more Photo: Bob Levey / For the Chronicle

Image 19 of 63 13 - James Harden

Acquired just days before the 2012-13 season, Harden instantly became an elite player for the superstar-starved Rockets. The bearded shooting guard averaged 25.9 points and 5.8 assists in leading the Rockets back to the playoffs. less 13 - James Harden

Acquired just days before the 2012-13 season, Harden instantly became an elite player for the superstar-starved Rockets. The bearded shooting guard ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Chronicle

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Image 21 of 63 14 - Mike Newlin

Newlin was taken in the second round of the 1971 draft and played the first eight seasons of his career in Houston. He is eighth in franchise history in scoring and was a workhorse, playing every game in four seasons. He was also one of the best free-throw shooters (87 percent) in NBA history. less 14 - Mike Newlin

Newlin was taken in the second round of the 1971 draft and played the first eight seasons of his career in Houston. He is eighth in franchise history in ... more Photo: AP

Image 22 of 63 15 - John Lucas

Lucas was the No. 1 draft pick by the Rockets in 1976 out of Maryland and played two years with the Rockets before being sent to Golden State. He played three more seasons -- including his final year -- later toward the end of his career. He averaged 11.5 points in his time here. less 15 - John Lucas

Lucas was the No. 1 draft pick by the Rockets in 1976 out of Maryland and played two years with the Rockets before being sent to Golden State. He played ... more Photo: AP

Image 23 of 63 16 - George Johnson

Johnson played two years with the Rockets in the early 1970s, scoring 97 points in 45 games. He is the only player to wear No. 16 for the Rockets. less 16 - George Johnson

Johnson played two years with the Rockets in the early 1970s, scoring 97 points in 45 games. He is the only player to wear No. 16 for the ... more Photo: Courtesy of Houston Rockets

Image 24 of 63 17 - Mario Elie

Elie played five seasons in Houston and was a key contributor on the two NBA title teams. He averaged more than 11 points in each of his final two seasons in town. He's best remembered for the Kiss of Death 3-pointer that eliminated the Suns in the 1995 playoffs. less 17 - Mario Elie

Elie played five seasons in Houston and was a key contributor on the two NBA title teams. He averaged more than 11 points in each of his final two seasons ... more Photo: Howard Castleberry / Houston Chronicle

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Image 26 of 63 18 - Cedric Maxwell

Maxwell, best known for winning two titles with the Celtics and being named MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals, played the final season and a half of his 11-year career with the Rockets. He averaged about five points in 117 games. less 18 - Cedric Maxwell

Maxwell, best known for winning two titles with the Celtics and being named MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals, played the final season and a half of his ... more Photo: Getty

Image 27 of 63 19 - Mike Harris

The former Rice star is the only player in franchise history to wear this number. Harris has averaged 3.2 points in 29 games with the Rockets. less 19 - Mike Harris

The former Rice star is the only player in franchise history to wear this number. Harris has averaged 3.2 points in 29 games with the ... more Photo: Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle

Image 28 of 63 20 - Jon Barry

Barry was a former ballboy with the Rockets and finished his 14-year career with 73 games over two seasons in Houston in 2004-06. He averaged 6.2 points in 73 games. less 20 - Jon Barry

Barry was a former ballboy with the Rockets and finished his 14-year career with 73 games over two seasons in Houston in 2004-06. He averaged 6.2 points in ... more Photo: Kevin Fujii / Houston Chronicle

Image 29 of 63 21 - Sleepy Floyd

Floyd played six seasons with the Rockets, from 1988-1993. He played every game in four consecutive seasons with the Rockets and started every game in 1988-89. He averaged 11.4 points as a Rocket. The Rockets made the playoffs in five of his seasons. less 21 - Sleepy Floyd

Floyd played six seasons with the Rockets, from 1988-1993. He played every game in four consecutive seasons with the Rockets and started every game in ... more Photo: Steve Campbell / Houston Chronicle

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Image 31 of 63 22 - Clyde Drexler

The Hall of Famer was a mid-season acquisition in 1994-95 and helped the Rockets win their second consecutive NBA title. He averaged 18.9 points as a Rocket and scored 22,195 points in his NBA career. less 22 - Clyde Drexler

The Hall of Famer was a mid-season acquisition in 1994-95 and helped the Rockets win their second consecutive NBA title. He averaged 18.9 points as a ... more Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 32 of 63 23 - Calvin Murphy

Murphy is the shortest player in the Hall of Fame. The 5-9 Murphy is second in franchise history in points (17,949) and steals (1,165) and first in assists (4,402). Murphy is also one of the best free-throw shooters of all time, with an 89.2 percent career mark. less 23 - Calvin Murphy

Murphy is the shortest player in the Hall of Fame. The 5-9 Murphy is second in franchise history in points (17,949) and steals (1,165) and first in ... more Photo: Tim Johnson / Houston Chronicle

Image 33 of 63 24 - Moses Malone

The Hall of Famer played six seasons with the Rockets and had an MVP season in 1981-82 when he averaged 31 points and an NBA best 14.7 rebounds and led the Rockets to the NBA Finals. In his six years in Houston, Malone averaged 15 rebounds a game. He left Houston as a free agent for Philadelphia, where he finally won an NBA title. less 24 - Moses Malone

The Hall of Famer played six seasons with the Rockets and had an MVP season in 1981-82 when he averaged 31 points and an NBA best 14.7 rebounds and led ... more Photo: Kerwin Plevka / Houston Chronicle

Image 34 of 63 25 - Robert Horry

The Rockets drafted Horry 11th overall in the 1992 draft. He started from Day 1, averaging just 10.6 points in four seasons in Houston but developing a reputation for clutch shooting that helped the Rockets to two titles. The seven-time NBA champion was part of the deal that brought Charles Barkley to the Rockets from Phoenix. less 25 - Robert Horry

The Rockets drafted Horry 11th overall in the 1992 draft. He started from Day 1, averaging just 10.6 points in four seasons in Houston but developing a ... more Photo: Howard Castleberry / Houston Chronicle

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Image 36 of 63 27 - Caldwell Jones

He was a full-time starter for two seasons in the early 1980s and was one of three Jones brothers (Charles, Major) to play for the Rockets. He averaged 10 points in his last year. less 27 - Caldwell Jones

He was a full-time starter for two seasons in the early 1980s and was one of three Jones brothers (Charles, Major) to play for the Rockets. He ... more Photo: Timothy Bullard / Houston Chronicle

Image 37 of 63 29 - Marcus Camby

The four-time all-defensive pick and former Defensive Player of the Year became a Rocket at the 2012 trade deadline to solidify the defense and rebounding off the bench. less 29 - Marcus Camby

The four-time all-defensive pick and former Defensive Player of the Year became a Rocket at the 2012 trade deadline to solidify the defense and ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 38 of 63 30 - Kenny Smith

Smith was the starting point guard on the two Rockets' title teams during his six years in town. He averaged 11 points and four assists during the title years. He was best known for his Game 1 performance in the 1995 Finals, when he made seven 3-pointers. He finished in the top 10 in 3-point percentage in three straight seasons. less 30 - Kenny Smith

Smith was the starting point guard on the two Rockets' title teams during his six years in town. He averaged 11 points and four assists during the title ... more Photo: Dave Einsel / Houston Chronicle

Image 39 of 63 31 - Shane Battier

Battier played four-plus seasons in Houston and became a fan favorite as a defensive stalwart. Battier's best offensive season in Houston was in 2006-07 when he averaged 10.1 points. less 31 - Shane Battier

Battier played four-plus seasons in Houston and became a fan favorite as a defensive stalwart. Battier's best offensive season in Houston was in ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 41 of 63 32 - Lewis Lloyd

Lloyd averaged 16.9 points to help lead the Rockets to the 1986 NBA Finals, which they lost in six games to the Celtics. He averaged a career-best 17.8 points in 1983-84. less 32 - Lewis Lloyd

Lloyd averaged 16.9 points to help lead the Rockets to the 1986 NBA Finals, which they lost in six games to the Celtics. He averaged a career-best 17.8 ... more Photo: AP

Image 42 of 63 33 - Otis Thorpe

Thorpe is ninth in franchise history in points (8,177) and fifth in rebounds (5,010). He was the starting power foward on the Rockets' first title team, averaging 14 points and 10.6 rebounds that season. less 33 - Otis Thorpe

Thorpe is ninth in franchise history in points (8,177) and fifth in rebounds (5,010). He was the starting power foward on the Rockets' first title team, ... more Photo: Ira Strickstein / Houston Chronicle

Image 43 of 63 34 - Hakeem Olajuwon

The Dream. Simply put, he is the best player in franchise history and one of the best team-sport athletes in Houston history. He's one of the best centers in NBA history. He re-wrote the Rockets record book, finishing with 26,511 points and 3,740 blocks (the most in NBA history). less 34 - Hakeem Olajuwon

The Dream. Simply put, he is the best player in franchise history and one of the best team-sport athletes in Houston history. He's one of the best ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 44 of 63 35 - Scott Padgett

Padgett played two-plus seasons with the Rockets. He was a power forward with 3-point shooting range (finishing with 43 percent in 2003-04). less 35 - Scott Padgett

Padgett played two-plus seasons with the Rockets. He was a power forward with 3-point shooting range (finishing with 43 percent in ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 46 of 63 40 - Shandon Anderson

Anderson was signed from the Jazz after they reached the NBA Finals in back-to-back years. He averaged 10.5 points with the Rockets in 2000-2001. less 40 - Shandon Anderson

Anderson was signed from the Jazz after they reached the NBA Finals in back-to-back years. He averaged 10.5 points with the Rockets in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 47 of 63 <center><strong>41 - Glen Rice</center></strong><br> Rice, a three-time All-Star, played 82 games in two seasons with the Rockets. He averaged 8.9 points. <center><strong>41 - Glen Rice</center></strong><br> Rice, a three-time All-Star, played 82 games in two seasons with the Rockets. He averaged 8.9 points. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 48 of 63 42 - Kevin Willis

Willis played three seasons of his his 21-year career with the Rockets. Willis averaged 11.8 points and 7.8 rebounds with the Rockets and became a fan favorite. less 42 - Kevin Willis

Willis played three seasons of his his 21-year career with the Rockets. Willis averaged 11.8 points and 7.8 rebounds with the Rockets and became a fan ... more Photo: Howard Castleberry / Houston Chronicle

Image 49 of 63 43 - Jim Petersen

The Rockets drafted Petersen in the third round of the 1984 draft, and he was the starting power forward on the 1986 Finals team. He averaged 7.6 points and 5.2 rebounds in four seasons with the Rockets. less 43 - Jim Petersen

The Rockets drafted Petersen in the third round of the 1984 draft, and he was the starting power forward on the 1986 Finals team. He averaged 7.6 points ... more Photo: AP

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Image 51 of 63 44 - Elvin Hayes

The Hall of Famer started his career with the San Diego Rockets and finished his career with three seasons in Houston, averaging 20.6 points and 12.1 rebounds in seven years with the franchise. less 44 - Elvin Hayes

The Hall of Famer started his career with the San Diego Rockets and finished his career with three seasons in Houston, averaging 20.6 points and 12.1 ... more Photo: Larry Reese / Houston Chronicle

Image 52 of 63 45 - Rudy Tomjanovich

Rudy T is, fittingly, the only player ever to wear No. 45. It was retired. He was a five-time All-Star and is third in points scored in franchise history. He later led Houston to its two NBA titles as coach and is regarded as one of the most beloved Rockets ever. less 45 - Rudy Tomjanovich

Rudy T is, fittingly, the only player ever to wear No. 45. It was retired. He was a five-time All-Star and is third in points scored in franchise ... more Photo: Tim Johnson / Houston Chronicle

Image 53 of 63 50 - Ralph Sampson

He was drafted No. 1 overall out of Virginia in the 1983 NBA draft and was an All-Star each of his four full seasons in Houston. Sampson averaged 19.7 points and 10.4 rebounds in Houston. less 50 - Ralph Sampson

He was drafted No. 1 overall out of Virginia in the 1983 NBA draft and was an All-Star each of his four full seasons in Houston. Sampson averaged 19.7 ... more Photo: Steve Campbell / Houston Chronicle

Image 54 of 63 51 - Jawann Oldham

Oldham, the only player ever to wear No. 51, played 22 games with the Rockets in the 1981-82 season. He scored 34 points, with a career high of five. less 51 - Jawann Oldham

Oldham, the only player ever to wear No. 51, played 22 games with the Rockets in the 1981-82 season. He scored 34 points, with a career high of ... more Photo: Courtesy of Houston Rockets

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Image 56 of 63 52 - Chuck Nevitt

Nevitt was drafted by the Rockets in 1982 and played three seasons overall in Houston. He is the second tallest player in Rockets history at 7-foot-5. less 52 - Chuck Nevitt

Nevitt was drafted by the Rockets in 1982 and played three seasons overall in Houston. He is the second tallest player in Rockets history at ... more Photo: Ira Strickstein / Houston Chronicle

Image 57 of 63 <center><strong>53 - Stanley Roberts</center></strong><br> Roberts is the only player ever to wear No. 53. He scored 14 points in six games in the 1998-99 season. <center><strong>53 - Stanley Roberts</center></strong><br> Roberts is the only player ever to wear No. 53. He scored 14 points in six games in the 1998-99 season. Photo: MICHAEL CAULFIELD / AP

Image 58 of 63 54 - Patrick Patterson

Patterson was picked 14th overall in the 2010 draft by the Rockets. Patterson averaged a career-best 11.6 points per game in his third and final season in Houston. less 54 - Patrick Patterson

Patterson was picked 14th overall in the 2010 draft by the Rockets. Patterson averaged a career-best 11.6 points per game in his third and final ... more Photo: Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 59 of 63 55 - Dikembe Mutombo

The eight-time All-Star and defensive dynamo finished his NBA career with four seasons in Houston. He averaged 3.3 points and 5.5 blocks here. He also was a part of the Rockets' memorable 22-game winning streak in 2008. less 55 - Dikembe Mutombo

The eight-time All-Star and defensive dynamo finished his NBA career with four seasons in Houston. He averaged 3.3 points and 5.5 blocks here. He ... more Photo: Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle

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Image 61 of 63 <center><strong>88 - Alexey Shved</center></strong><br> For nine games during the 2014-15 season, Alexey Shved became the only player in Rockets history to wear No. 88. <center><strong>88 - Alexey Shved</center></strong><br> For nine games during the 2014-15 season, Alexey Shved became the only player in Rockets history to wear No. 88. Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 62 of 63 <center><strong>96 - Metta World Peace</center></strong><br> Formerly known as Ron Artest, Metta World Peace averaged 17.1 points in his one season in Houston, 2008-2009. <center><strong>96 - Metta World Peace</center></strong><br> Formerly known as Ron Artest, Metta World Peace averaged 17.1 points in his one season in Houston, 2008-2009. Photo: Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle