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The franchise became the first NBA team in Texas, and the team's nickname of "Rockets" took on even greater relevance after the move. e San Diego franchise was named the Rockets, due to the city calling itself "a city of motion",and during their time in San Diego, the Rockets played in the San Diego Sports Arena.
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