The Phoenix Suns put together a highly impressive 2021-22 NBA regular season — winning a franchise-record 64 games. However, they were unable to turn that into postseason success after losing to the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Semifinals.
Among the Suns’ potential regrets from their series against the Mavericks may not have to do with the players that directly participated. With a lack of shot creation threats, it’s difficult to overlook the lost opportunity had they made a trade.
One option many have pointed to as a trade target the Suns should have pursued more aggressively at the trade deadline is Eric Gordon of the Houston Rockets.
Given the fact that Houston is in the midst of a long-term rebuilding, it seemed reasonable that they’d be willing to part with a veteran that doesn’t fit with their current timeline. He could be a trade target for contenders to monitor this offseason.
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The Suns’ priority will need to be to sort through Deandre Ayton sign-and-trade scenarios if they are not comfortable matching the offer sheet he signs. The potential return in such a deal would impact other moves. If there remains a need for a perimeter shot creator, Gordon could remain a logical option.
Let’s look at two trade scenarios that would send Eric Gordon from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns.
