Would this trade make sense for the Houston Rockets?
The benefit for the Houston Rockets this deal is easy. Eric Gordon is a veteran player that has given a lot to Houston. Now, he is not a piece for the future which means he benefits the Rockets more as a trade piece.
This can be said about a lot of players in Houston at the moment.
Once James Harden and Russell Westbrook were moved, it was clear the direction the front office was going and this meant that all veterans were used as trade pieces. John Wall is likely to be next but Gordon is not far behind him.
We’re looking at this return, the Rockets will be getting some young prospects that they can rely on for the future, along with some draft picks. This is all that the team can ask for any potential trade.
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The Rockets will have a chance to improve over the years but it seems like it will take some time to completely rebuild and return to the postseason. This is one deal that could get them returned for a veteran player and they will have to take a look at which benefits at the most.
