Career Timeline of Aaron Gordon: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Aaron Gordon

How Aaron Gordon built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Aaron Gordon is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. He was born in San Jose, California, and had a successful high school career at Archbishop Mitty High School, winning two state championships and earning the title of California Mr. Basketball twice. He played college basketball for one year at the University of Arizona, where his team won the Pac-12 regular season title and reached the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament.

2012: Qualified for the Postseason

In 2019, the Magic qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2012.

April 2, 2013: Committed to University of Arizona

On April 2, 2013, Aaron Gordon committed to the University of Arizona.

November 8, 2013: College Debut for Arizona Wildcats

On November 8, 2013, Aaron Gordon made his college debut for the Arizona Wildcats, recording 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 blocks in a win against Cal Poly.

April 15, 2014: Declared for the NBA Draft

On April 15, 2014, Aaron Gordon declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

June 26, 2014: Drafted by Orlando Magic

On June 26, 2014, Aaron Gordon was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft by the Orlando Magic.

2014: Drafted to the NBA

In 2014, Aaron Gordon was selected by the Orlando Magic as the fourth overall pick in the NBA draft.

January 18, 2015: Returned to Action After Injury

On January 18, 2015, Aaron Gordon returned to action against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing 32 games due to a fractured bone in his left foot.

July 2015: Re-joined Magic for NBA Summer League

In July 2015, Aaron Gordon re-joined the Magic for the 2015 NBA Summer League.

November 4, 2015: Career-High Points

On November 4, 2015, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 19 points in a loss to the Houston Rockets.

January 31, 2016: Tied Career High of 19 Points

On January 31, 2016, Aaron Gordon tied his career high of 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in a win over the Boston Celtics.

December 14, 2016: Career-High 33 Points

On December 14, 2016, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 33 points in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

2016: Appointed President of Athlete Acquisition for Lucid

In 2016, Aaron Gordon was appointed president of athlete acquisition for Lucid, a sports psychology app.

October 24, 2017: Career-High 41 Points

On October 24, 2017, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 41 points to lift the Magic to a win over the Brooklyn Nets.

July 6, 2018: Re-signed with the Magic

On July 6, 2018, Aaron Gordon re-signed with the Magic.

April 13, 2019: Playoff Debut

On April 13, 2019, Aaron Gordon made his playoff debut, recording ten points, ten rebounds, three assists and three steals in a Game 1 win.

2020: Donation to Homeless Education Fund

In 2020, Aaron Gordon donated to the Homeless Education Fund at the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools of Florida, helping children affected by school closures during the coronavirus pandemic.

2020: Partnership with 361 Degrees

In 2020, Aaron Gordon signed a partnership agreement with Chinese sports brand 361 Degrees.

March 25, 2021: Traded to the Denver Nuggets

On March 25, 2021, Aaron Gordon was traded to the Denver Nuggets.

2021: Traded to the Denver Nuggets

In 2021, Aaron Gordon was traded to the Denver Nuggets.

2023: NBA Champion

In 2023, Aaron Gordon became an NBA champion with the Denver Nuggets.

October 21, 2024: Contract Extension

On October 21, 2024, Aaron Gordon and the Nuggets agreed to a four-year, $133 million contract extension.

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