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While everyone’s playing checkers (or maybe NBA 2k or Fortnite in this situation), Aaron Gordon is sticking to chess. The newest member of the Denver Nuggets has been obsessed with chess for the past few years now and admits that it has helped him hone his basketball game in more ways than one. Gordon, one […]

Don’t look away now, because the playoff race in the West is going wild. In addition to the top two teams in the Utah Jazz and Phoenix Suns and the two Los Angeles squads, the Denver Nuggets have seemingly been unlocked for the playoffs by their newest addition: Aaron Gordon. The 6-foot-8 power forward from the […]

It has been two weeks since the NBA trade deadline and it’s safe to say that the Denver Nuggets indeed won. The Nuggs’ latest addition in Aaron Gordon has been the perfect fit for the team, playing like peanut butter and jelly alongside MVP candidate Nikola Jokic. One stat alone proves as much. Did you […]

The Denver Nuggets are definitely one of the winners of the NBA trade deadline. Since acquiring forward Aaron Gordon, the Nuggets have been undefeated. And from an individual standpoint, Gordon has a team-high +69. Nice. The Magic acquired Gordon together with Gary Clark in exchange for Gary Harris, RJ Hampton, and a future first round […]

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon certainly had his first game against the Orlando Magic circled on his calendar. Facing his former team at Ball Arena on Sunday, the 25-year-old high-flyer came out firing off the gates as he scored the team’s first 12 points. Here’s Gordon collaborating with Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic for a nice […]

The Denver Nuggets were already rolling prior to acquiring Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic. Three games into Gordon’s arrival, these new-look Nuggets are looking even more deadly and are an even greater threat in the loaded Western Conference. Aaron Gordon made some pretty bold claims just after his Nuggets debut, where he scored 13 […]

The Denver Nuggets used a balanced effort to beat the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday for their fourth straight win. All five starters finished in double figures for the Nuggets, including forward Michael Porter Jr., who had 20 points on 7-of-11 shooting. He added four rebounds, two blocks, and one steal in the convincing win, […]

Shaq might know that Miami Heat icon Dwyane Wade and Aaron Gordon of the Denver Nuggets have an interesting relationship. It’s a relationship filled with bitterness and even a diss track. On Thursday, the two linked up again and Shaquille O’Neal decided to make things a little bit more interesting. Wade, who’s an analyst for […]

The Denver Nuggets’ newly-acquired forward in Aaron Gordon may just have played two games with the team but his teammates are already giving him praises for the intangibles that he is bringing to the table. Another athletic swingman in Michael Porter Jr. claimed that he shares the same playing style as Gordon which makes it […]

Denver Nuggets newcomer Aaron Gordon finally made his debut with his new team against the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night. After running away with a 24-point drubbing of their opponents, the 25-year-old forward expressed his confidence in the team’s capabilities to dominate on both ends of the floor. Via Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN: “I see […]

After a disappointing 2020-21 NBA season donning the Orlando Magic jersey, Aaron Gordon is simply ecstatic as the newest member of the Denver Nuggets. After helping his team win in his debut, Gordon showed nothing but love for the city. Per Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports, Gordon shared his thoughts on the new city he’s […]

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic was beyond impressed with his new teammate Aaron Gordon, who made his debut against the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. The 25-year-old high-flyer looked comfortable in his new situation from the get-go, pitching in 13 points on 6-of-9 shooting in the Nuggets’ 126-102 blowout victory. Apart from Gordon’s impressive numbers, The […]

Aaron Gordon was recently traded to the Denver Nuggets by the Orlando Magic. Like almost every player who gets traded, he needed to decide on a new jersey number. Gordon, who wore the number 00 in the Magic, selected the number 50 as his new number. Interestingly, it’s not just because he wanted a fresh […]

The Orlando Magic emptied house ahead of the NBA trade deadline, including a trade that sent Aaron Gordon to the Denver Nuggets. Ahead of his possible debut with the Nuggets, Gordon highlighted why he’s anxious to get a chance to play in Denver, via the Denver Post’s Mike Singer. Aaron Gordon: “Being able to play […]

One of the biggest questions that came to mind for Denver Nuggets fans following what turned out to be an action-packed trade deadline day for them was what type of impact the Aaron Gordon deal would have on the highly-touted Michael Porter Jr. Nuggets head coach Michael Malone was asked this very same question prior […]

The Orlando Magic were the biggest movers during this year’s trade deadline and their decision to buy into a rebuild was the right one. The Magic are 15-29, which has them sitting in 14th in the Eastern Conference. They were going nowhere with Nikola Vucevic, Aaron Gordon, and Evan Fournier on the roster, so they […]

As the Orlando Magic looked to the transition of rebuilding, the organization shipped away a few of their key players to start over. Forward Aaron Gordon was traded to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Gary Harris, RJ Hampton, and a first-round pick. The Magic have had a tough outing this season dealing with injuries […]

The Denver Nuggets have gained a whole new fanbase in Orlando. In one of the biggest moves of this year’s NBA trade deadline, the Nuggets acquired human pogo stick Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic in an effort to keep up with a constantly escalating arms race in the Western Conference. Gordon, who has spent […]

If you didn’t think the Denver Nuggets were scary before, you may think that now after they snagged Aaron Gordon. Denver pulled out what will arguably be remembered as the definitive move of this season’s trade deadline by acquiring Gordon from the Orlando Magic. Even more impressively, the Nuggets were able to snag Gordon for […]

Big trades can prompt plenty of excitement. But there is also an element of sadness to seeing a longtime teammate being dealt to another franchise. Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray felt the bittersweet element of the deadline after the Nuggets sent Gary Harris to the Orlando Magic as part of a package for Aaron Gordon. Murray […]

Teams are in full swing of moves as the NBA trade deadline quickly approaches. The Denver Nuggets got involved with their second trade of the day, acquiring one of the bigger names available. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have been one of the busiest teams on Thursday, as they’ve acquired numerous new players onto their roster. […]

The Boston Celtics are still pursuing Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon, but they appear unwilling to part with one of their glue guys. Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald reported Celtics guard Marcus Smart is not one of the pieces being discussed in a current Gordon swap. Per source: Celtics talks with Orlando re: Aaron Gordon "still […]

Well, this is not what the Boston Celtics had in mind when the season started. They’ve constantly hovered around the .500 mark for weeks now and haven’t been able to kick things into gear yet, with COVID-19 wreaking havoc on their 2020-21 campaign. It has slowly morphed into a question of whether or not they […]

Jerami Grant was a key piece of the Denver Nuggets’ run to the Western Conference Finals last season. However, the Nuggets were unable to retain the 6-foot-8 forward this past offseason as he looked to become more of a focal point of an offense, a role he could not get in Denver had he stayed. […]

Aaron Gordon has come out with a clear statement following his recent decision to request for a trade away from the Orlando Magic. As it turns out, Gordon is no longer happy with how things stand with his current team. Gordon faced the media following Orlando’s 110-99 loss to the Denver Nuggets, and unsurprisingly, the […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon has been the subject of trade talks after he reportedly requested a trade from the franchise. Several teams are reportedly interested in acquiring the 2014 no. 4 overall pick. Rumblings around the NBA trade rumors water-cooler suggest that the Boston Celtics are currently the front-runners in landing Gordon from the […]

Aaron Gordon and the Orlando Magic could be heading to a much-needed separation. Recent reports and many across the last year have mentioned the possibility and/or likelihood that the Magic will trade Gordon. He has appeared in just 20 games this season due to an ankle injury, and fellow forward Jonathan Isaac was given a […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon might already be a member of the Houston Rockets if not for a “last-minute hiccup,” per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Haynes reported Rockets players believed Gordon-to-Rockets was considered all but done just a few days ago. However, Gordon said he has no interest in joining a team in the […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon has requested a trade. Jared Weiss and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Gordon told the team he would like to be moved ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline: Aaron Gordon is ready for a relocation, as sources tell The Athletic that he asked Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff […]

Boston Celtics fans, if you’re worried about the team’s stagnant offense and record, fear not. The cavalry might just be on its way. It was just earlier this very month that Celtics GM Danny Ainge was rumored to be linked to Orlando in trade rumors for two-time All-Star Nikola Vucevic. However, at this point in his […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon is gaining traction in the market ahead of the March 25 trade deadline. The Houston Rockets have emerged as a potential suitor as they are reportedly currently in talks with the Magic who are asking two-first round draft selections in exchange for the 25-year-old bruiser. Via Shams Charania of The […]

Victor Oladipo’s days with the Houston Rockets appear to be numbered. With the trade deadline fast approaching, it now appears that the Rockets are shopping off the former All-Star, which at this point, might just lead to a reunion between Oladipo and the Orlando Magic. Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer reports that an Oladipo-Aaron Gordon […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are one of the weirdest teams in the NBA. They have a solid collection of young talent and two All-Stars in Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, yet they are more than a few games away from the play-in game. The 2020-21 Pelicans season is at a crossroads, as with only 30 […]

It comes as no surprise that Aaron Gordon’s name has once again surfaced in the weeks leading to the trade deadline. As it turns out, however, the Orlando Magic have slapped a huge price tag on the 25-year-old. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Magic will only consider parting ways with Gordon if they […]

In an unlikely turn of events on Friday, the reeling Orlando Magic broke the Brooklyn Nets’ six-game winning street. Orlando, who also ended their own nine-game slide with the victory, was aided by the efficient 38 points scored by forward Aaron Gordon. Gordon, not well-known for his shooting as career 32.2 percent shooter from three, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been playing better ball as of late. They are still in the basement when it pertains to the NBA standings, but there have been noticeable strides taken under new head coach Chris Finch, who came over during the season from Toronto to replace Ryan Saunders. Minnesota isn’t competing for a playoff […]

Outside of the Houston Rockets, there may not be a team in the association playing worse basketball lately than the Orlando Magic. The Magic enter tonight having lost 8 straight, and half of those games weren’t even competitive. The New York Knicks continue to hover around .500 and their schedule in the second half is […]

If we were to grade the Dallas Mavericks’ first half of the 2020-21 NBA Season, it would probably be a solid C-. Though they’ve managed to skim the surface of the West’s playoff picture, we all know how competitive the West is, and with teams like the Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies, and the New […]

If there are two words to describe Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks, they are: Galaxy. Brain. To recap: when then-owner Mikhail Prokhorov hired him in 2016, Sean Marks was saddled with a, to put it lightly, less than stellar roster. Who could have predicted that in under five years, Marks would turn Anthony Bennett, […]