The Houston Rockets have given their fans some of the most unforgettable moments in NBA history, and a handful of truly legendary players helped build that legacy. Here is every Rockets player who earned a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Hakeem Olajuwon: Inducted 2008
Hakeem Olajuwon was the heart and soul of the Houston Rockets for the better part of two decades, and no player is more synonymous with the franchise. He led Houston to back-to-back NBA championships and was widely celebrated as one of the greatest centers the game has ever seen, dazzling fans with his signature Dream Shake and an unmatched combination of skill and grace. Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008, his legacy remains the gold standard for everything a Rockets fan holds dear.
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Every Houston Rockets Hall of Famer
Every Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame member who had a real playing stint with the Houston Rockets, ordered by their tenure with the franchise.
| Player | Years with Houston Rockets | Inducted | Primary Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Barry | 1978–1980 | 1987 | Houston Rockets |
| Elvin Hayes | 1968–19721981–1984 | 1990 | Houston Rockets |
| Calvin Murphy | 1970–1983 | 1993 | Houston Rockets |
| Moses Malone | 1976–1982 | 2001 | Houston Rockets |
| Clyde Drexler | 1995–1998 | 2004 | Houston Rockets |
| Charles Barkley | 1996–2000 | 2006 | Houston Rockets |
| Hakeem Olajuwon | 1984–2001 | 2008 | Houston Rockets |
| Scottie Pippen | 1999 | 2010 | Houston Rockets |
| Ralph Sampson | 1983–1987 | 2012 | Houston Rockets |
| Dikembe Mutombo | 2004–2009 | 2015 | Houston Rockets |
| Yao Ming | 2002–2011 | 2016 | Houston Rockets |
| Tracy McGrady | 2004–2010 | 2017 | Houston Rockets |
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Each plaque includes genuine licensed trading cards. The exact card may vary slightly from the one pictured; you'll always get a genuine licensed card of this player.