Career Timeline of Aaron Gordon: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

Aaron Gordon is an American professional basketball player currently with the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. He gained prominence at Archbishop Mitty High School, securing two state championships and the California Mr. Basketball title in both his junior and senior years. Gordon played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats, contributing to their Pac-12 regular season title win and their advancement to the Elite Eight in the 2014 NCAA tournament before declaring for the NBA draft.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2016: Appointment as President of Athlete Acquisition for Lucid

In 2016, Aaron Gordon was appointed as the president of athlete acquisition for Lucid, which is a sports psychology app developed by Graham Betchart.

2018: Acting Debut in Uncle Drew

In 2018, Aaron Gordon made his acting debut as Casper in the film Uncle Drew.

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2020: Partnership with 361 Degrees and Donation to Homeless Education Fund

In 2020, Aaron Gordon partnered with Chinese sports brand 361 Degrees. He also donated to the Homeless Education Fund at the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools of Florida, aiming to aid children affected by school cancellations during the coronavirus pandemic.

2020: Release of Single "Pull Up"

In 2020, Aaron Gordon released a single titled "Pull Up" with rap artist Moe.

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October 21, 2024: Contract Extension with the Nuggets

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

March 7, 2025: Career-High Seven 3-Pointers and 27 Points

On March 7, 2025, Aaron Gordon achieved a career-high by making seven 3-pointers and scoring 27 points in an overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns.

October 23, 2025: Career-High 50 Points in Overtime Loss

On October 23, 2025, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 50 points, with 10 three-pointers, in an overtime loss to the Golden State Warriors. His three-pointers tied Terry Rozier's record and his points surpassed Alex English's record for a season-opening game in Nuggets history.