Aaron Gordon, Slam Dunk and Denver Nuggets

Nuggets' Aaron Gordon Talks LeBron James' Effect on NBA Dunk Contest
Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James has accomplished so much over his long career but there are a few things that he has never done. One of which is participating in the NBA Slam Dunk contest and he has received a ton of flak due to it over the years.
Aaron Gordon breaks down latest dunk contest and remainder of Nuggets season
Aaron Gordon stops by to talk all things basketball and tell us about his new partnership with Saxx.
Aaron Gordon Believes His NBA Dunk Contest Performance Clears Vince Carter's Effort
Vince Carter, one of the best dunkers of all-time, had debatably the most memorable performance from his dunk contest win in 2000. After a between-the-legs dunk, Carter made his famous "it's over" motion, cementing the moment firmly in NBA history.
Exclusive: Nuggets Star Aaron Gordon on Returning to Dunk Contest and Longevity in Sports
Denver Nuggets star Aaron Gordon sat down with Newsweek Sports to discuss his new partnership and potentially returning to the dunk contest.
Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon drops wild Vince Carter Dunk Contest truth bomb
Denver Nuggets veteran Aaron Gordon participated in one of the greatest Dunk Contest in the past 25 years, rivaled by only Vince Carter’s showstopping performance in 2000. Gordon is teasing a potential comeback in 2026.
Aaron Gordon: Vince Carter Is the NBA Slam Dunk 'GOAT,' But 'My 4 Dunks Were Better'
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We’ll believe Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine will do the NBA Dunk Contest again when we see it
On Tuesday, after seeing Ja Morant’s invite to do the next Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles in February 2026, Gordon suggested he might have one more run in him. This sentiment came after seeing that LaVine hinted he was also into the idea of competing against Morant and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Fans react to Aaron Gordon claiming his Dunk Contests outshine Vince Carter
Nuggets' Aaron Gordon sparked debate, claiming his dunk contest performances outshone Vince Carter's iconic 2000 performance.
Aaron Gordon Believes His Best Dunk Contest Dunks Are Better Than Vince Carter’s
Aaron Gordon is the best to never win the Dunk Contest, but will put his best 4 dunks up against anyone, including VC’s.
Aaron Gordon boldly puts his own dunk contest heroics over Vince Carter's exploits
The Slam Dunk contest used to be the cherry on top of the All-Star Game sundae. Fans, friends and family gathered to watch the best players in the NBA go toe-to-toe with their spectacular acrobatics and creative dunks. That's no longer the case, and it's been a while since we last saw a truly epic dunk contest.
Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Productive in victory Thursday
Gordon (calf) racked up 18 points (8-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 32 minutes during Thursday's 129-115 victory over the Hornets. Gordon returned to game action after missing the club's final outing before the All-Star break due to a right calf injury.
Mac McClung: NBA Slam Dunk Contest 'Deserves' Ja Morant, Aaron Gordon, Zach LaVine
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Mac McClung ties Aaron Gordon for most perfect scores in Slam Dunk Contest history
Most perfect scores: Mac McClung (tied with Aaron Gordon). What a show he’s put.Source: Bluesky What’s ...
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Kings star reportedly considering reviving Slam Dunk Contest at 2026 All-Star Weekend
Slam Dunk Contest could go down in history as one of the greatest ever if three popular NBA stars who are considering ...