Space City's legendary jersey returns, uniting nostalgic swagger with future-forward Rockets energy. Prepare for liftoff.
The Dunkstronaut jersey is finally, officially back. After months of rumors and fan requests, the Rockets’ most iconic City Edition jersey has returned, and it looks even better the second time around. The design features bright red trim, bold NASA-inspired lettering, and a look that screams Space City swagger.
The fan-favorite look was discontinued in the 2022-23 season and wasn’t used by the team or made available for purchase since. That season, the Rockets were one of the worst teams in the league. Fast-forward to now, and they’re being compared to Oklahoma City left and right.
The Rockets franchise announced that they’d be pulling this one out of the archives on October 13, 2025 and that they’d be making it the official City Edition uniform for the season. The jerseys hit the Rockets Shop on Friday, and sizes started selling out within hours after Amen Thompson and Tari Eason teased the look during pregame warmups.
It’s more than just another alternate uniform. The Dunkstronaut ties Houston’s basketball culture to its roots in exploration and innovation. It’s slick, futuristic, and uniquely H-Town. It’s the perfect mix of nostalgia and new energy, like a celebration of where the Rockets are headed- straight for greatness.
With the Rockets sitting near the top of the standings, the timing couldn’t be better. The team’s got the momentum, the energy, and now, the fit to match. The Dunkstronaut isn’t just a jersey - it’s a statement that the Rockets aren't going anywhere and that this time, the jersey is something to flex.
And in Houston, that means liftoff season is officially back. And it feels like it’s already time to forget it’s November and start dreaming about June.