Denver Nuggets front office has locked-in another central piece of their team for the foreseeable future
Aaron Gordon and the Denver Nuggets have officially agreed to a four-year, $133 million contract extension that will keep the versatile forward with the team through the 2028-29 season.
This extension solidifies Gordon’s place in the Nuggets’ future as they aim to remain title contenders, building around their core of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr.
Gordon, who was acquired by the Nuggets in a 2021 trade with the Orlando Magic, has been a crucial part of Denver’s success, particularly during their 2023 championship run.
Known for his defensive versatility, athleticism, and ability to play off-ball alongside stars like Jokic, Gordon has transitioned smoothly from a primary option in Orlando to an elite role player in Denver.
In the 2023-24 season, Gordon averaged 13.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. His willingness to adapt his game, focusing on defense and playing within Denver’s system, has allowed Aaron Gordon to thrive alongside Jokic’s playmaking and Murray’s scoring.
The structure of Gordon’s contract is particularly advantageous for both sides.
He will opt into his $23 million player option for the 2025-26 season, after which his salary will be adjusted to a maximum level, based on 140% of his salary for that year.
The total value of the deal is $133 million, including a trade kicker and a player option for the final year in 2028-29.
This extension is slightly below the maximum amount Gordon was eligible for, which would have been around $150 million.
By agreeing to this slightly lower figure, both Aaron Gordon and the Nuggets ensured some financial flexibility for the team, especially in light of the new NBA’s luxury tax rules.
With Gordon’s extension, the Nuggets now have their key contributors under contract for the foreseeable future.
His ability to guard multiple positions, finish in transition, and provide a enormous physical presence in the paint makes him essential to this team.
This move also signals Denver’s commitment to maintaining their championship window intact for the upcoming years.
With Jokic, Murray, and Porter all signed to long-term deals, Aaron Gordon’s extension ensures that the team’s defensive backbone remains intact as they pursue further NBA titles.
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