NBA 2K23 is here, and that means hoop heads and casual NBA fans will have about a season's worth of debates to start and more than a few Tracy McGrady dunks to choreograph. We're breaking down the new NBA 2K23 rosters for all 32 NBA teams, and in this guide we're taking a closer look at the Houston Rockets. If you're curious about who the Rockets' best players might be, where their young talent sits with the rest of the league, or which team positions may need an upgrade in MyNBA Eras, then here's everything you need to know about the new NBA 2K23 Rockets roster.
Houston Rockets - Best Player
The Rockets are the 29th best team in the league according to the ratings for all 32 teams in NBA 2K23. At launch, Houston's set for an overall team rating of 82. The Rockets will also have a total of one player rated 80 or above in NBA 2K23, which includes their 2022 All-Rookie First Team guard:
- Jalen Green (SG) - 82 OVR
Below you'll find a table of the starting roster and bench players for the Houston Rockets at launch in NBA 2K23, which includes all five starters and new additions like third overall pick Jabari Smith Jr.
Houston Rockets - Starters & Bench
| Player Name | Position | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Porter Jr. | PG | 77 |
| Jalen Green | SG | 82 |
| Jae'Sean Tate | PF | 77 |
| Jabari Smith Jr. | PF | 78 |
| Alperen Sengun | C | 77 |
| Josh Christopher | SG | 75 |
| Eric Gordon | SF | 75 |
| David Nwaba | SF | 74 |
| Garrison Mathews | SF | 73 |
| Kenyon Martin Jr. | PF | 75 |
| Tari Eason | PF | 72 |
| Usman Garuba | C | 73 |
| Marquese Chriss | C | 73 |
For more on NBA 2K23, check out our MyNBA Eras preview and the 2K23 ratings hub.