Jeff Green’s Legacy Hangs in the Balance | Houston Rockets News

Houston Rockets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Jeff Green, the Houston Rockets’ 39-year-old veteran who tied the franchise record for oldest player to suit up last season, turns 40 today — and it looks like he’ll miss out on the chance to break his own record. While his durability and even post-surgery dunks were awe-inspiring, the front office has opted to keep younger Jae’Sean Tate instead, despite both players seeing limited minutes. Kevin Willis once held the record back in 2012, playing 52 games at age 40 — but Green’s legacy may end without that final milestone, leaving fans wondering if the Rockets passed up a chance to honor a…