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    Houston Rockets

    Who was the Houston Rockets' starting point guard in 02'-03'?2002-03 Houston Rockets (ilovethisgame)

      Steve Francis. Steve Francis, known as 'the Franchise', averaged over 20 points per game in 02-03. He also averaged 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Francis graduated from Maryland, and was the second overall pick in the 1999 draft.

    Which regular 02-03 Rockets' starter was drafted in the second round?2002-03 Houston Rockets (ilovethisgame)

      Cuttino Mobley. Other than Allen Iverson, no one in the NBA played more minutes per game than Mobley. Mobley scored 17 points per game in 02'-03'. Mobley's career high in points is 41, on which he reached twice. Mobley graduated from Rhode Island, and was drafted in the second round. Mobley is a shooting guard.

    Which player on the 02'-03' Nugget was traded to Houston during the year?2002-03 Houston Rockets (ilovethisgame)

      James Posey. James Posey was traded to Houston in a three-way deal involving Denver and Philadelphia. Houston got Posey, Philadelphia got Kenny Thomas, and Denver got Mark Bryant. Posey excels on defense. He was drafted by the Nuggets in the first round. Posey player college ball at Xavier.

    Which Houston Rocket is a great three-point shooter (33%), but a horrible free throw shooter (62%)?2002-03 Houston Rockets (ilovethisgame)

      Eddie Griffin. Eddie Griffin was originaly drafted by the Nets, but then was traded for three draft picks to the Rockets. One of the draft picks became Richard Jefferson.

    Which center did the Rockets draft in 2002 as the first overall pick?2002-03 Houston Rockets (ilovethisgame)

      Yao Ming . Yao Ming is a 7 foot 5 (2m 26cm) giant from China. In his first season (02-03), he averaged 13 points and 8 rebounds. Yao started in the 02'-03' NBA all-star game, but only scored two points in the game.

Frequently Asked Questions about Houston Rockets

    • Who stopped mid-swing on a live TV charity golf match to sign a Houston Rockets contract? ( goto )


    • At the 2006 NBA All-Star Game - to be played this Sunday at the Toyota Center in Houston - Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming will represent the hometown Rockets. Who holds the Rockets' team record for the most NBA All-Star Game selections? ( goto )


    • The man regarded as the father of the Ariane series of rockets died recently. Who was he? ( goto )


    • At what theater is the musical “Phantom of the Opera" showing in Houston, TX? ( goto )


    • What team was Chris Burke on before being acquired by the Houston Astros? ( goto )


    • During World War II London suffered from the bombardment of rockets from Germany, namely the V1 and V2 rockets. Then it had to face a new enemy, jet aircraft. What was the name of the first jet aircraft in operation and why was there a delay in bringing them into operation? ( goto )


    • Two rockets are heading toward one another. The rockets were launched from launching pads 1,995 miles apart. The first one is traveling at a speed of 15,000 miles per hour, while the second is traveling at 21,000 miles per hour. How far apart will they be one minute before impact? ( goto )


    • Has "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" by Whitney Houston ever appeared as the main film song or in a film soundtrack? ( goto )


    • Which of the following artists once made a Cheerio's commercial: Della Reese, Tupak Shakur, Whitney Houston, or Queen Latifah? ( goto )


    • What was the 1983 University of Houston hoops squad dubbed, to earn ESPN.com's accolade for best team nickname of all time? ( goto )


    • What do Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, Shreveport, LA, and Miami, FL have in common? (The answer starts with a "B") ( goto )


    • Four days before Thanksgiving 1992, on which the Lions were edged by Houston, 24-21, who became the Lions' all-time leading rusher? ( goto )


    • Roy Oswalt became the first Houston pitcher in 25 years to post two consecutive 20-win seasons for the Astros, going 20-10 in 2004 and 20-12 in 2005. Who was the last Astros hurler to accomplish the feat? ( goto )


    • Which pop diva have the Hawaiian authorities decided to charge with third-degree promotion of dangerous drugs: Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey or Toni Braxton? ( goto )


    • Today the Houston Astros are facing a 3 - 0 deficit in the World Series. Has any team in World Series history ever come back from a 3 - 0 deficit? How about in MLB playoff history? Or even in US pro sport championship history? ( goto )


    • What about astronaut Scott Carpenter orbiting the Earth two or three extra times despite a direct order from Houston that he must enter the atmosphere and proceed landing? I know only of him that he became first "aquanaut". Is it true? ( goto )


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