Aaron Gordon gets energized when playing near his hometown, which was evident in the Nuggets' season opener against the Golden State.
Despite the Nuggets' overtime loss, Gordon had a remarkable game, scoring 50 points. However, he didn't want the game ball, showing his focus on the team's performance rather than individual achievements.
Man, the DJ was playing slaps, you know what I mean? So I'm vibing the whole game. He's playing the straight Bay that I grew up with. Just like hyphy music, you know what I mean?
Gordon's love for Oakland-style hip-hop, also known as hyphy music, seems to be a key factor in his exceptional scoring performances at Golden State.
Author's summary: Aaron Gordon's performance was fueled by hyphy music.