5 Basketball Players who Played for Spurs and Rockets
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Spurs and the Rockets.
Robert Horry
Robert Horry is perhaps best known for his knack for hitting clutch shots in high-pressure playoff situations, earning him the nickname “Big Shot Rob”. He was selected 11th overall in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets after a successful college career at the University of Alabama.
Horry’s career was marked by success across multiple franchises. He won two NBA Championships with the Rockets, three with the Los Angeles Lakers, and two more with the San Antonio Spurs.
He is one of only a handful of players to have won seven or more NBA Championships. Horry was a critical role player on each of these teams, providing timely scoring, solid defense, and veteran leadership.
*Horry was previously the most popular player for this square (Grid 25)
Horry Key Stats
- NBA Champion (Rockets, Lakers, Spurs)
Tracy McGrady
Tracy McGrady, often known by his initials T-Mac, was a 7-time All-Star and two-time NBA scoring champion (2003 and 2004). He was selected as the 9th pick in the first round of the 1997 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors.
He played for the Raptors until 2000 before being traded to the Orlando Magic, where his career took off. From 2000 to 2004, McGrady was one of the most exciting players in the NBA, with a peak scoring average of 32.1 points per game in the 2002-2003 season.
In 2017, McGrady was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy as one of the best scorers and most talented players of his generation.
McGrady Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Rockets, Magic, Raptors, Pistons, Hawks, Knicks)
- All-NBA (Magic, Rockets)
- All-Star (Magic, Rockets)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Magic, Rockets)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Magic, Rockets)
Avery Johnson
Avery Johnson was known as a tenacious point guard during his NBA career, spanning from 1988 to 2004, earning a reputation for his leadership and toughness on the court.
His most significant accomplishment as a player came during his tenure with the San Antonio Spurs. In the 1999 NBA Finals, Johnson’s clutch performance was highlighted by hitting the game-winning shot in Game 5, securing the Spurs their first championship.
Despite being undrafted, his perseverance, grit, and clutch play allowed him to carve out an impressive 16-year career in the NBA.
Johnson Key Stats
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Spurs, Warriors)
Garrett Temple
Garrett Temple was undrafted out of LSU in the 2009 NBA Draft but worked his way into the league and has developed an impressive 13-year career as a journeyman.
He has played for multiple NBA teams (11 in total), including the Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Clippers, Washington Wizards, and Brooklyn Nets. His role has primarily been as a defensive specialist and a veteran presence in the locker room.
He’s been a key contributor on many of the teams he’s played on and has even started in almost 300 games in his career.
Kevin Martin
Kevin Martin was a player known for his scoring ability during his time in the NBA. He was drafted 26th overall by the Sacramento Kings in the 2004 NBA Draft.
In his early career with the Kings, Martin quickly established himself as a potent scorer, demonstrating a knack for getting to the free-throw line and shooting efficiently from beyond the arc. His most productive season came in 2008-2009 when he averaged 24.6 points per game.
Throughout his career, Martin played for several teams, including the Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Minnesota Timberwolves, always bringing his scoring punch wherever he went. While with the Thunder, he took on a significant role coming off the bench, contributing to a deep playoff run in the 2012-2013 season.
Martin Key Stats
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Kings, Rockets, Timberwolves)
