Why The Houston Rockets Do The Deal

Parting with Eric Gordon will not be easy. He’s given a lot to the Houston Rockets, and they’ve given him plenty back.

Gordon was right there when this organization was battling with the dynastic Golden State Warriors for Western Conference supremacy. In fact, he was a critical component of their success, even winning a Sixth Man of the Year award with the organization.

All good things come to an end. From the moment James Harden issued his trade request, Gordon’s time in Houston began to expire. Furthermore, landing a distant pick from a contending team actually has its benefits.

After all, who knows where the LA Clippers will be in 2028? For that matter, who knows where the Rockets will be? If they’re on the upswing by then, and the Clippers are on the decline, this could end up looking like a brilliant decision for the organization.

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The Rockets are in a perfect position to delay gratification. Meanwhile, the Clippers need to get what they want now. This deal makes perfect sense for both sides.