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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Turner wore only jersey No. 40 and put up 2.8 points and 1.9 rebounds per game. 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - John Turner (1991-92)

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“We had 22 turnovers overall for 33 points (off turnovers),” said Rockets head coach Ime Udoka. “That’s the story of the game.” 📸 Thomas Shea, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
In loss to Minnesota, Rockets (7-2) struggle with ball security, defense

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Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - John Turner (1991-92) 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - John Turner (1991-92)

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In loss to Minnesota, Rockets (7-2) struggle with ball security, defense 📸 Thomas Shea, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
In loss to Minnesota, Rockets (7-2) struggle with ball security, defense

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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Anderson wore only jersey No. 40 and put up 2.8 points and 1.5 rebounds per game. 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Richard Anderson (1987)

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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Micheaux wore only jersey No. 40 and put up 4.2 points and 2.5 rebounds per game. 📸 Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No.40 - Larry Micheaux (1984-85)

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Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Richard Anderson (1987) 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Richard Anderson (1987)

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Houston Rockets jersey history No.40 - Larry Micheaux (1984-85) 📸 Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No.40 - Larry Micheaux (1984-85)

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The Rockets (7-1) remain unbeaten in games with Alperen Sengun, who posted another monster night as Houston moved to the top of the West standings. 📸 Troy Taormina, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Rockets (7-1) rout Celtics as Houston remains perfect with Alperen Sengun

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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, McKenzie wore only jersey No. 40 and put up 2.9 points and 1.4 rebounds per game. 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Stan McKenzie (1972-73)

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Rockets (7-1) rout Celtics as Houston remains perfect with Alperen Sengun 📸 Troy Taormina, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Rockets (7-1) rout Celtics as Houston remains perfect with Alperen Sengun

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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Gibbs wore only jersey No. 40 and put up 3.7 points and 2.2 rebounds per game. 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Dick Gibbs (1971-72)

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Kevin Durant and the Rockets have enjoyed a significant improvement in shot quality this season, and it’s helped lead Houston to the No. 1 spot in weekly NBA power rankings. 📸 Jerome Miron, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
After 6-1 October, Rockets rise to No. 1 spot in NBA power rankings

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Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Stan McKenzie (1972-73) 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Stan McKenzie (1972-73)

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Houston Rockets jersey history No. 40 - Dick Gibbs (1971-72) 📸 Thomas Shea, Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
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“The summer had like a little chip on my shoulder, especially with the way the season ended in the first round the last two years,” Jabari Smith Jr. says. 📸 Troy Taormina, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
‘Find your niche’: In breakout season, Jabari Smith Jr. embraces his role

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The Rockets Wire retweeted
Varun Shankar (@ByVarunShankar) profile picture
Varun Shankar@ByVarunShankarNov 2
Per Udoka: Reed Sheppard is playing tonight for the #Rockets, no minutes restriction. Clint Capela is out after rolling his ankle in the last game.
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After 6-1 October, Rockets rise to No. 1 spot in NBA power rankings 📸 Jerome Miron, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
After 6-1 October, Rockets rise to No. 1 spot in NBA power rankings

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‘Find your niche’: In breakout season, Jabari Smith Jr. embraces his role 📸 Troy Taormina, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Smart wore only jersey No. 36 and put up 7.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.0 steals per game. 📸 Troy Taormina, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect rocketswire.usatoday.com/sto…
Houston Rockets jersey history No. 36 - Marcus Smart (2025)

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