Aaron Gordon's new jersey number a nod to Slam Dunk contest scores
Aaron Gordon made his debut with the Denver Nuggets on Sunday wearing a new jersey number, switching from No. 00 to No. 50.
According to Altitude TV's Katy Winge, Gordon chose No. 50 in part because of its connection to his NBA Slam Dunk contest appearances and the fact he never won.
When you see Aaron Gordon wearing number 50 tonight for the Nuggets, here's why:
— Katy Winge (@katywinge) March 28, 2021
1. He wanted a fresh start coming to Denver and joining the Nuggets
2. He chose 50 because of his dunk contest scores, and the fact that he didn't win. He has a documentary called "Mr. 50" pic.twitter.com/lWz202YZK4
Gordon was the runner-up to Zach LaVine in the 2016 dunk contest and lost to Derrick Jones Jr. by one point in 2020 - a decision that came with plenty of controversy. Gordon has since said he will no longer compete in the contest.
The 25-year-old finished with 13 points in his first game with the Nuggets as Denver defeated the Atlanta Hawks 126-102.