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Suns still interested in Gordon (they're not alone)

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08:15 AM ET 12.31 | Now that Eric Gordon has returned, so will the question of whether he wants to stay in New Orleans. A lot of folks in the know speculated Gordon didn't want the Hornets to match [Phoenix's contract] offer, that he wanted to play for the Suns. If true, that's interesting. It's not like the Suns are in a considerably better place than the Hornets, or that Gordon would get the ball more in Phoenix. Still, the Hornets matched the offer. Then Gordon missed the first 29 games, and everyone assumed he wanted a trade. And maybe he does. If so, the Suns are still very interested (although by NBA rules, they would have to wait until July). So are the Indiana Pacers. One GM even suggested the Oklahoma City Thunder should make a play.

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December 31, 2012  08:40 AM ET

I thought the Pacers have George already?

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December 31, 2012  09:32 AM ET
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Hyperbole....OKC wasn't willing to break the bank for Harden. They certainly won't do it for a injury prone Gordon. I love this kid's game. But, OKC is a reach.Chicago, Suns, Pacers, Barfcats, Kings seems more likely.

Significantly that "one GM" wasn't Sam Presti, I'd be willing to bet.

December 31, 2012  09:57 AM ET

Now that Gordon has his max contract his price became too high to trade. The Hornets GM is too shrewd to let him get away without getting quality in return. It's going to be either lottery picks or an established player if you want to get Gordon. Good teams won't be able to absorb the salary cap hit. OKC is a financial non-starter.

December 31, 2012  10:02 AM ET

Guy is always hurt...why would ANY team want him?

December 31, 2012  10:40 AM ET

Too Much For Too Little, Bro.

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December 31, 2012  11:29 AM ET
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I don't know if he will ever be healthy enough to play an entire year.Injury prone?

Remove the question mark..he IS

December 31, 2012  05:22 PM ET
QUOTE(#1):

Hyperbole....OKC wasn't willing to break the bank for Harden. They certainly won't do it for a injury prone Gordon. I love this kid's game. But, OKC is a reach.Chicago, Suns, Pacers, Barfcats, Kings seems more likely.

Gordon doesnt have any defense and height!!!

December 31, 2012  05:22 PM ET
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Gordon doesnt have any defense and height!!!

Im thinking of Ben Gordon!!!

December 31, 2012  10:02 PM ET

All this after one game, seriously? O.o

 
January 1, 2013  03:40 PM ET

Memo to NOLA, make the trade, save your money. Get something for the future. And if possible, gut them in the process, but that's just me! Eric Gordon is gutless and worthless in my opinion!

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