You've probably heard of "jumping out of the rocket and jumping into the fire pit", and yes, today we're going to talk about Eric Gordon's "job-hopping" journey. It is said that Gordon decided to refuse the Rockets' invitation again after last season, and he didn't blink when he saw the millions of dollars flying. Why? He wanted to change the environment and see if he could go home with a championship.
Gordon's mind was probably swirling "go free or go high," so he looked at the other teams. The Rockets and Warriors knocked on his door, and the Bucks waved their hands, but he ended up picking the Suns. That's right, the Suns were a strong team at that time, but who knew that after a few rounds of the season, the Suns were cool, and the whole team was hung out of the game, and Gordon's face was sweat or tears.
Speaking of rockets, we have to talk about Stone, the general manager of the Rockets. Despite the Rockets' poor performance in recent years, Stone's management and trading ability has still been praised by the top six in the league. He called a stroke of genius in the draft, picking two new stars, Amen and the White Devils, and these two rookies were full of firepower as soon as they came, becoming the new hope of the Rockets.
When it comes to Amen and the White Devil, both of these lads are 2.01 meters tall and athletic. Amen is known for his defense, and the White Devil is an attacking weapon. Not only did their performance give hope to Rockets fans, but it also allowed the bigwigs who specialize in selecting rookies to rearrange the draft order, with Amen and the White Devils finishing fourth and fifth, respectively.
Looking back at Gordon now, his choice is embarrassing. He turned down the Rocket's offer, that is, he gave up an annual salary of at least $8 million. Now, his performance with the Suns can be described as dismal, averaging only 8 points per game in the playoffs, and shooting a career-low shooting percentage.
So, what does Gordon's future hold? Will he find his spring at his next stop? Or will he consider the Rockets again, and maybe there's still a chance to regain his glory, even though the salary isn't as high now. Interestingly, when it comes to managing the Rockets, Stone is always on the cutting edge, but he always makes unexpected choices at critical moments.
Ultimately, the question is: what do you think of Gordon's move, is it gold always shining, or is it a return to the old ground? It's not just about a player's choice, it's about how to make the best decisions in your career. We all know that in a high-speed arena like the NBA, every decision can have a direct impact on your future. So, if it were you, what would you choose? This is a reflection for all those who care about basketball and career planning.