There are several pairs of brothers in the NBA, including Gasol brothers from both sides of the year, Curry brothers nowadays, Plumley brothers, Morris brothers, and even the Ball brothers, all of whom are rare "brother players" in the NBA. Although most of these players do not play in the same team, they are both kinship and competitive.
The current Houston Rockets may also have a pair of "brother players" in the new season, and these two brothers may play for the Rockets together, and they are the Gordon brothers. We know that the Rockets have a 33-year-old veteran defender Eric Gordon, who is also a very familiar and favorite player. Because Eric has a round face, fans affectionately call him "Round Face" or "Round".
Gordon is a legendary existence in the Rockets. He was a good partner of Rockets superstar James Gordon, and he also led the Rockets to the Western Conference Finals with players such as Harden, Paul, Tucker, and Ariza. Now Harden, Paul and other superstars have already left Houston, but Gordon is still one of the Rockets. Although some teams (such as the Suns and the 76ers) have always been very interested in Gordon, the Rockets have not traded Gordon so far.
Godon may leave at any time, but his younger brother, 24-year-old defender Elon Gordon, got a "good opportunity" to join the Rockets. Elron is not very famous compared to his elder brother Eric. But the Rockets invited Elon Gordon to play in the Rockets' summer league this season. Perhaps it was because Yuandeng was a member of the Rockets and with his brother's fame that Elon got the opportunity given by the Rockets.
But is Elon Gordon really average? Actually, it may not be. Last season, Elon Gordon played 32 games for Valparaiso University, and averaged 3.2 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game in 19.4 minutes. Overall, with only such data in college, it is still difficult for Elon to enter the NBA or even enter the NBA Development League. But the Rockets are still willing to give Elon a chance. After all, wouldn’t it be nice if they succeeded in finding a bargain?
Eron's brother Eric Gordon is very optimistic about his younger brother's prospects for the Rockets. Yuandeng said when talking about his younger brother that Elon has experienced many difficulties, and if he can get a chance in Xia Lian, he will have the opportunity to show his level. The Rockets like his "fullness", he is also strong, and stronger than most guards, and his shooting is also good. Yuandeng thinks the Rockets will like these advantages, which is why Elon appears in the Rockets lineup.
Maybe it's "no brother than brother", maybe it's Wang Po selling melons. In short, Elon Gordon got the opportunity that most young players can't get - playing in the summer league for the Rockets. As long as Elon can perform well, I believe that the Rockets may take the opportunity to keep Gordon Jr. depending on the face of Gordon Big. Although Elon Gordon is also a defender, he is strong enough, has reliable shooting ability, and has comprehensive skills. These advantages may really impress the Rockets.
If Eric Gordon is not traded by the Rockets this offseason, then Elon Gordon has hope to join forces with his brother to play for a season in the Rockets and form another double-header combination.
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