When the Houston Rockets resigned Eric Gordon to a max contract this past offseason, many Rockets’ fans had mixed emotions. Many felt it wasn’t the best move, as Gordon has proven to be far too inconsistent to be relied on as the Rockets’ third option, which has become pivotal in today’s league.
Many thought it was the right move, as Gordon fits the Rockets’ 3-point heavy scheme perfectly, not to mention the fact that Gordon has the ability to set himself up for his own shot. The latter is an important point, as Gordon has the ability to thrive without James Harden or Russell Westbrook on the floor, which can’t be said about many other Rockets’ players.