Aaron Gordon Posterizes Landry Shamet
High-Flying Dunk Highlights Nuggets' Comeback Win
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon put on a show in Friday night's game against the Phoenix Suns, posterizing Landry Shamet with a thunderous dunk in the second half.
With the Nuggets trailing by 12 points in the third quarter, Gordon took the ball strong to the hoop and rose up over Shamet, a smaller defender, for a highlight-reel jam that sent the crowd into a frenzy. The dunk sparked a run for Denver, who rallied to win the game 122-118.
Gordon's dunk was not only an impressive display of athleticism, but it also proved to be a turning point in the game. The Nuggets went on to outscore the Suns by 15 points in the fourth quarter, with Gordon chipping in another six points and two rebounds.
After the game, Gordon said he was just trying to make a play for his team. "I saw Landry in front of me, and I knew I had to go up strong," he said. "It was a big dunk for us, and it helped us get going."
Shamet, who is known for his own high-flying dunks, said he was impressed by Gordon's performance. "He's a great player," Shamet said. "He's got a lot of athleticism, and he's a tough matchup for anyone."
Gordon's posterizing dunk is sure to be remembered as one of the highlights of the 2022-23 NBA season. It was a defining moment in the Nuggets' comeback win, and it showcased Gordon's incredible talent.
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