It is not all sunshine and rainbows for the Denver Nuggets after losing their opening game of the 2025-2026 season on the road against the Golden State Warriors, but there are still some huge positives, such as Aaron Gordon’s legendary performance. Despite choking away a 14-point lead, Gordon had one of the best opening game performances in NBA history with his 50-point game:
Aaron Gordon just had the most efficient 50-point game in NBA history. pic.twitter.com/x2J11C6Z3Y
— Real Sports (@realapp) October 24, 2025
Not only did AG become just the 6th player in NBA history to score 50+ points in a season opener, but he also had the most efficient 50+ point game ever.