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Eric Gordon, who played 7 seasons in Houston, was greeted with a welcome-back tribute video ahead of the Suns Wednesday night matchup against the Rockets.

While playing in Houston, Gordon averaged over 15 points per game and attended the playoffs four times with the team.

In his return, during the first half alone, Gordon led the Suns to an early lead with 21 points on 8-11 shooting. Gordon is already just five points away from a season high.

At the halfway mark, Phoenix holds a 73-55 advantage over the Rockets inside the Toyota Center.

The Suns are not just one strong half away from snapping a three-game losing streak.

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