On January 17, Beijing time, according to Michael Scotto, the source revealed that the rocket's asking price for Gordon is not high, and the other party is willing to take a first-round pick in the transaction negotiations to replace Gordon.
The 33-year-old Still maintains excellent competitive form this season, beating the Kings, Gordon played 31 minutes and 52 seconds, 6 of 11 shooting, 5 of 3 points, 2 of 5 three points, 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists, plus-minus as high as +26. It is worth mentioning that in the final moments of the game, he alone scored 7 points and used a key layup to help the Rockets seal the victory.
So far this season, Gordon has played in 38 games for the Rockets, averaging 29.3 minutes per game, 14.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists, and shooting 45.5% from three-point range.
Nowadays, the Rockets can replace Gordon as long as the other party is willing to take a first-round pick, and such a asking price is really not high. At present, Gordon has also attracted the attention of many playoff teams, of which the Suns are the most interested in him.
Gordon currently has three seasons left on his contract with the Rockets, and is paid $18.21 million this season, $19.56 million in the 2022-23 season and $20.91 million (no guarantees) in the 2023-24 season. Given his age, the contract could make the Sun hesitate.
However, Gordon may be Paul's best helper for the first title of his career, and the last puzzle piece of the Suns' first title. His three-point and playoff experience is much needed by the Suns, and Gordon's defensive ability is also quite good, so Gordon may be worth a big gamble for the Suns. Can he and Paul be reunited in Phoenix? See.