But the Rockets may have to pay for the deal, including center cappella, guard eric gordon and power forward P·J· Tucker. Otherwise, the Rockets won't have enough money to recruit Butler. Now, the 76ers will only agree to the deal if Butler clearly tells them that he will leave. However, as things stand, the 76ers don't want Butler to leave.
If Butler jumps out of the 76ers and becomes a free agent and forms a new Big Three with James and Paul, the Rockets will also be a strong contender for the championship. However, at present, the rocket is far more than just introducing Butler, mainly because of the internal contradictions of the rocket. Rockets must consider whether to sign Paul. If the internal contradictions of the rocket can be handled well, it is a good thing to introduce Butler, at least one step closer to the championship.
Judging from the current situation, getting Butler is the only chance for the rocket to survive. The Rockets are willing to take out the first draft in four years and get Butler, which is undoubtedly a bet on the future of the Rockets. At present, the rocket is in trouble. Trading housekeeper is their only chance to survive, not to mention whether Gordon's trading housekeeper is worth it. If not, the Rockets will lose their only chance to save the new season.
If Harding is on the chip, the Rockets can reduce the first-round draft pick by 1 to 2, which will undoubtedly give the Rockets an insurance in the future. If Gordon can get an all-star Butler, it will definitely be a big profit. Butler's arrival will raise the star level of the Rockets to the level comparable to that of the Warriors. Therefore, if the Rockets want to change their present fate, it is still worthwhile to abandon their cars and stay handsome. The Rockets deserve a player like Butler.