The crowd erupted in cheers, reminiscent of playoff intensity, as the Nuggets' official social media quickly shared the highlight, praising Jokic as the "Joker" for setting up Gordon's incredible dunk.

That might be a first in basketball history for a player who just scored a career-high 50 points while going 10 for 11 from 3-point range. But because the Denver Nuggets lost a 137-130 overtime thriller to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, Gordon respectfully declined the honor.

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon dropped a legendary quote after throwing down an absurd 360 alley-oop dunk on Saturday.

Despite scoring a career-high 50 points, Aaron Gordon was not in a celebratory mood after the Denver Nuggets lost 137-131 to the Golden State Warriors in overtime on Thursday.

Fifteen fourth-quarter points to pilot an epic comeback and set up the shot of Nikola Jokic’s life. A 38-point throwback to carry a short-handed team without Jokic, Jamal Murray or darn near anyone else. A bittersweet 50-piece. “I was just up there getting hyphy,” he said.

Nuggets' Aaron Gordon sets franchise record in wild career night originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Aaron Gordon did what? For those who didn't stay up late for the Denver Nuggets ' overtime season opener against the Golden State Warriors, that's a totally fair reaction.

Aaron Gordon's incredible dunk occurred as the game neared its final quarter. After receiving a high pass from Nikola Jokić, Gordon executed a flawless 360-degree spin mid-air before slamming the ball into the hoop. The energy in the arena skyrocketed, with fans erupting in cheers and teammates celebrating this electrifying moment.

"They're asking if I wanted the game ball, and no, I don't want the game ball," Gordon said after a 137-131 overtime loss to the Warriors.

Aaron Gordon's onslaught from beyond the arc led to a record-setting performance despite the Nuggets' loss vs. the Warriors.

He’s a marble doorstop chiseled by Michelangelo. A lead guitarist playing bass. A soloist propping up the chorus. Aaron Gordon is an All-Star who dresses up as a “role player” every Halloween. Only his Halloween lasts nine months.

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