Aaron Gordon didn’t want game ball after Nuggets lost season opener despite his 50-piece

Aaron Gordon's Exceptional Scoring Performance

Aaron Gordon gets energized when playing near his hometown, which was evident in the Nuggets' season opener against the Golden State.

Man, the DJ was playing slaps, you know what I mean? So I'm vibing the whole game. He's playing the straight Bay that I grew up with. Just like hyphy music, you know what I mean?

Gordon's performance was inspired by Oakland-style hip-hop, a subgenre that emerged in the '90s and was popular during his childhood in San Jose.

Author's summary: Aaron Gordon's scoring performance was fueled by his hometown's music.

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The Denver Post The Denver Post — 2025-10-24

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