Houston Rockets and the detail that makes their roster unique in history

Diego Jiménez Rubio | Fri, 09/19/2025 - 18:36

Houston Rockets, giant NBA team. Photo: gettyimages

Sky-high expectations surround what the revamped Houston Rockets can achieve in the upcoming season. The way they have strengthened in the transfer market, without losing their key players and having already taken a clear direction in terms of whom they want to build around, generates a lot of excitement, as much as the incredible wingspan average of their roster.

Imagine a field of windmills spinning their blades non-stop. Don Quixote thought they were furious giants defending their territory, and that is the image that might come to mind for the NBA teams that will face the Houston Rockets in the upcoming season. The defining characteristic of the Texan team will be the wingspan of the vast majority of their roster. So much so that 10 out of the 14 players in their current squad surpass 7 feet in this aspect.

This is a key factor for defense, knowing they can intimidate greatly, but also steal balls and disrupt passing lanes. It will also have a clear impact on offense, with players who can extend their arms to reach the hoop, avoid opponents' blocks, and shoot over all defenders. Kevin Durant has the longest wingspan, followed by centers Steven Adams and Clint Capela.

As a reminder, the Rockets will have the lengthiest team in the NBA going into next season.

10 of their 14 players have a 7-foot wingspan.

Kevin Durant (7’5”)
Steven Adams (7’5”)
Clint Capela (7’5”)
Tari Eason (7’2”)
Jabari Smith Jr. (7’1”)
Jeff Green (7’1”)
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