"Clutch city. Thank you for embracing me. Thank you for helping me grow as a basketball player and as a man," Gordon wrote in a social media post. "Thank you for becoming my home and my family! Gordon wrote in a social-media post. No words can fully express my gratitude towards Leslie Alexander, the Fertitta Family, my teammates, and all of Red Nation.
"It's been an amazing seven seasons. As I get ready for my next journey, I'll always be thankful for my time in the H. All love Houston."
Gordon's arrival in Houston coincided with the franchise's best seasons of the 21st century.