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.
In 2019, the Magic qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2012.
On April 2, 2013, Aaron Gordon committed to the University of Arizona.
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.
On April 15, 2014, Aaron Gordon declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.
On June 26, 2014, Aaron Gordon was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft by the Orlando Magic.
In 2014, Aaron Gordon was selected by the Orlando Magic as the fourth overall pick in the NBA draft.
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.
In July 2015, Aaron Gordon re-joined the Magic for the 2015 NBA Summer League.
On November 4, 2015, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 19 points in a loss to the Houston Rockets.
On January 31, 2016, Aaron Gordon tied his career high of 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in a win over the Boston Celtics.
On December 14, 2016, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 33 points in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
In 2016, Aaron Gordon was appointed president of athlete acquisition for Lucid, a sports psychology app.
On October 24, 2017, Aaron Gordon scored a career-high 41 points to lift the Magic to a win over the Brooklyn Nets.
On July 6, 2018, Aaron Gordon re-signed with the Magic.
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.
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.
In 2020, Aaron Gordon signed a partnership agreement with Chinese sports brand 361 Degrees.
On March 25, 2021, Aaron Gordon was traded to the Denver Nuggets.
On October 21, 2024, Aaron Gordon and the Nuggets agreed to a four-year, $133 million contract extension.