1971–72 Denver Rockets season

The 1971–72 ABA season was the fifth season of the Denver Rockets. They finished 34-50, but managed to qualify for the fourth and final playoff spot in the five team Western Division by eight games. They went the distance with the Pacers, who went on to be the eventual ABA champions.

Playoffs
Western Division semifinals Rockets lose 4-3

Game log

 * 1971-72 Denver Rockets Schedule and Results | Basketball-Reference.com

Awards and honors

 * All-ABA 2nd Team: Ralph Simpson
 * ABA All-Stars: Ralph Simpson, Arthur Becker