Aaron Gordon’s 50-point game is unmatched in NBA history
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon became the human equivalent of a giant lamp Thursday as he went up in flames against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center.
He channeled his inner Johnny Storm and scored a career-high 50 points on an insane 10-of-11 three-point shooting. In one move, Gordon was a perfect 8-of-8 from deep.
His stellar effort, however, still wasn’t enough to defeat the Warriors, as the Nuggets fell in overtime, 137-131.
If it’s any consolation, 30-year-old Gordon became the first player in NBA history with 50 points and 10 three-pointers on at least 90 percent shooting from long range, according to OptaSTATS.
Aaron Gordon is the first player in NBA history with 50+ points and 10+ three-pointers on 90% or better three-point shooting. The Nuggets still lost. pic.twitter.com/cBSZAN1KPz
— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) October 24, 2025
Gordon kept the Nuggets afloat throughout the game, with Nikola Jokić is struggling from the field. Over the years, Gordon has developed his outside shooting, making him a more effective weapon instead of just being a lob threat or a high dart shooter.
Last season, the former Arizona standout shot a career-best 43.6% from three-point territory, a huge jump from his 29.0% the previous campaign.
With Jokic consistently drawing double teams, Gordon, who added eight rebounds and a block against the Warriors, should continue to get clean looks from beyond the arc as the season progresses.
His 10 3-pointers against Golden State tied Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier’s record for most in a season opener. His 50 points, meanwhile, set a new team record for most in a first game, surpassing Nuggets icon Alex English’s 47 points.
The Nuggets will look to bounce back when they host the Phoenix Suns on Saturday.
2025-10-24 06:35:00
