ESPN.com · Dec 27, 2023
Aaron Gordon away from Nuggets after dog bites to face, hand
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DENVER -- Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon needed 21 stitches after suffering lacerations to his face and right hand while being bitten by a family dog on Christmas, according to multiple reports Wednesday.
The Nuggets announced in a statement that the 28-year-old Gordon "is in good condition" but will remain away from the team indefinitely to recover. The Athletic first reported details of the incident.
Gordon is averaging 13.6 points and 6.9 rebounds for the defending NBA champions. He had 16 points and 10 rebounds in a 120-114 win over Golden State on Christmas.