With the Rockets looking to upgrade through the buyout market, there are plenty of options that make sense for Houston

The Houston Rockets have had players donning a total of 52 different jersey numbers (and have one not part of any numerical series for Houston assistant coach and general manager Carroll Dawson) since their founding at the start of the 1967-68 season, worn by just under 500 players in the course of Rockets history.

James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets arrives at Toyota Center prior to facing the Houston Rockets on December 08, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph,

During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Wesley wore only jersey No. 7 and put up 10.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game.

For years, the Houston Rockets suffered through losing seasons to create the version of the team that could compete at a high level. They then made a big trade to place the final piece for a title on the board.