Houston Rockets launch new uniforms inspired by 1990s championship era

The Houston Rockets officially launched their new uniforms on June 4, reintroducing the iconic "ketchup and mustard" color palette from their 1994 and 1995 NBA championship teams. Three new jerseys—a white, red, and black design—will debut in the 2026-27 season, each featuring yellow highlights and a revamped logo with a yellow outline. The team also restored the triangular global logo, inspired by space mission patches, and made the Dunkstronaut a permanent secondary logo. The redesign blends nostalgia with modern touches, such as vertical stripes on the uniforms inspired by rocket launches and quasars, ultra-bright galactic nuclei. Each jersey includes a 'Clutch City' tag flanked by quasars, while waistbands display the Dunkstronaut, a fan-favorite from recent City Edition uniforms. The team spent three years refining the designs, incorporating feedback from the NBA and Nike while prioritizing the return of the championship-era colors. Rockets players first previewed the uniforms in an April photo shoot, with positive reactions reported. The reveal was teased earlier in the week with a 'Rudy T’s Diner' video, featuring appearances by Hall of Fame coach Rudy Tomjanovich, legends Hakeem Olajuwon and Steve Francis, and Houston celebrities Slim Thug and Mo Amer. The video highlighted the team’s connection to its storied past. The new apparel is already available for preorder on the Rockets’ official website, with in-person shopping options at a retail pop-up in Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center on June 5. Rockets president Gretchen Sheirr emphasized the importance of balancing nostalgia with forward momentum, stating the team aims to honor its legacy while embracing future growth. Vice Chairman Patrick Fertitta noted that fan feedback drove the decision to revive the classic colors, celebrating generations of supporters.