1972 Denver Rockets T-Shirt

Product Details:

• 100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)
• 4.2 oz combed and ring-spun cotton
• Extra soft, lightweight
• Unisex classic fit
• Pre-shrunk, side-seamed
• Printed graphics
• Ships in 3–5 business days

Team: Denver Rockets
Years Active: 1967–1974 (franchise rebranded Nuggets 1974)
Home: Denver Auditorium Arena — Denver, CO

Originally named the Larks, the franchise was sold to Bill Ringsby shortly before their first game in 1967 in the ABA. Ringsby included his trucking company name in the logo and changed the team name to Rockets — the company's best-selling truck model. During the 1968 season, Lonnie Wright left the football Broncos and joined the Rockets, where he would stay for four seasons.

Following the 1972 season, Ringsby sold the team and it played its final season as the Rockets in 1973–74. The following season, the team name was changed to Nuggets as rumors of a pro basketball league merger swirled — the established league already had a Rockets team based in Houston. Notable players included Larry Brown, Spencer Haywood, Byron Beck, Ralph Simpson, and Larry Jones.

Vintage-inspired reproduction — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any team, league, or organization. Used for historical and artistic purposes only.