According to ESPN's famous reporter Shams, league sources revealed that 76ers guard Eric Gordon refused to execute the 3.4 million player option and will explore the free market.

At the same time, Shams said that Gordon's return to the 76ers is still possible.

Last season, Gordon played 39 games for the 76ers, averaging 6.8 points, 1.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.7 steals per game.