The Houston Rockets were incredibly busy during this offseason, and obviously, their biggest addition was Kevin Durant.
But Durant wasn’t the only smart move they made, and many fans are elated about the acquisition of Clint Capela.
Capela is ready to get started with the Rockets and has selected his jersey number for the new season.
According to Etienne Catalan, Capela will wear No. 30 instead of No. 21 for the Rockets.
The number was last worn by Kyle Wiltjer in 2017.
It’s time for Capela to get started in Houston, and he could bring a lot of frontcourt power to the team.
UPDATE: Clint Capela (@CapelaClint) will wear No. 30 instead of No. 21 for the #Rockets. Number last worn by Kyle Wiltjer in 2017. #NBA pic.twitter.com/Ipb3Kv2XSc
— Etienne Catalan (@EtienneCatalan) August 20, 2025
Capela got his start in the NBA with the Rockets, but now he is coming back after years of experience with the Atlanta Hawks.
He was a crucial part of the team’s lineup, but the Hawks started to shift and change their priorities.
No one was really surprised when he was sent to the Rockets.
For years, Capela had been tied to trade rumors, and it was clear that Atlanta saw him as an expendable player.
Now that he’s back in Houston, Capela will have his work cut out for him.
How many minutes will he get in his first season back, and how much impact will he have on the court?
He is joining a team that has been greatly improving, especially recently.
Head coach Ime Udoka will be juggling many balls, and Capela will be just one of many players who are vying for minutes with this promising team.
Capela’s output dwindled a bit last season during his last year with the Hawks, but he wants to make a big statement for his triumphant return to Houston.
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