Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon was primarily known as a dunker when he entered the NBA. But over the years, Gordon has developed into a well-rounded player, including owning a decent touch from long range.
He displayed his much-improved shooting in their season opener against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on Thursday. He was absolutely smoldering in the first half, draining a perfect 7-of-7 from three-point distance.
Stephen Curry who?
The 30-year-old Gordon finished the first half with 25 points, his highest output ever in a half, according to StatMuse. He already tied his career-high with his seven three-pointers.
Aaron Gordon at half:
25 PTS
7-8 FG
7-7 3P (!!!)
His most points and threes ever in a half. pic.twitter.com/nJvhK7AscT
— StatMuse (@statmuse) October 24, 2025
Fans couldn’t believe what they witnessed from Gordon.
“Steph, is that you?” asked @GhostPandaStorm.
@Glen_Kightley posted an appropriate GIF of Chris Evans becoming Human Torch.
— Glen Kightley (@Glen_Kightley) October 24, 2025
“Since when does he shoot like this?” said @Hcp1Hcp.
“He has come a long way with that shot!” added @drekoswavey.
“Absolutely lethal shooting night. Gordon is locked in,” commented @RaphyAlm.
@BDBBrx posted the perfect GIF from the movie “Friday” to sum it all up.
— BRENDY🥷 (@BDBBrx) October 24, 2025
Despite his legendary performances, Gordon has never won a Slam Dunk Contest title. With the way he’s shooting these days, maybe he could try his luck in the Three-Point Shootout instead. Maybe Curry could even join him.
As of writing, the Nuggets are leading the Warriors in the fourth quarter. Gordon has added two more three-pointers in the second half to up his scoring output to a career-high 42 points.
Golden State is coming off a win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.
