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NBA Teams - Houston Rockets Team Profile

By Dennis Velasco, About.com

Introduction:

The Houston Rockets began as an expansion team during the 1967-68 season based in San Diego. They relocated to Houston in 1971 where they have gone on to win NBA titles.

Arena Stats:

Name: Toyota Center
Opened: 2003
Capacity: 18,300
Defining Characteristic(s): The Toyota Center was built to replace the Compaq Center (previously known as the Summit). There are over 10,000 parking spaces within a few blocks of the building.

Brief History:

Founded: 1967
First NBA Championship: 1994
Last NBA Championship: 1995
Other NBA Championships: None
Number of Conference Championships: Four
Number of Division Championships: Four
Number of Playoff Appearances: 24

Hall of Fame Players:

  • Charles Barkley
  • Elvin Hayes
  • Moses Malone
  • Calvin Murphy
  • Clyde Drexler

Ticket Prices and Buying Tickets:
Lowest: $10.00
Highest: $1,600.00

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More Information:
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