Rockets seriously pursuing No. 1 pick, have discussed Eric Gordon in trades

The Rockets have been aggressive in their pursuit of Detroit’s No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft and have also discussed guard Eric Gordon in trade scenarios, sources said.

Source: Shams Charania/The Athletic

ANALYSIS: Houston currently has the second overall selection in the NBA Draft. Gordon was limited to just 27 games with the Rockets last season, though he averaged 17.8 points per game. The 32-year-old has been with the franchise since 2016.