Aaron Gordon is widely regarded as one of the greatest dunkers the world has ever seen. His legendary battle with Zach LaVine in the 2016 NBA Slam Dunk Contest remains a hot topic even today. However, despite delivering some of the most jaw-dropping dunks in contest history, Gordon has never won the event. Many fans claim the judges robbed him multiple times, and after controversially losing in 2020, he vowed never to compete again.
Fast forward to 2025, and the conversation around the dunk contest is heating up again. After Mac McClung’s electrifying performance at the NBA All-Star Dunk Contest, Ja Morant teased his long-awaited participation. The Memphis Grizzlies star even tagged Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine, sending fans into a frenzy.
With fans buzzing about the possibility of seeing Ja Morant, Zach LaVine, and Aaron Gordon in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Gordon has finally broken his silence. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Denver Nuggets power forward responded to Morant’s tweet with a confident message: “I still got some sh*t.” His words immediately sparked speculation, hinting that the dunking legend might be reconsidering his stance on the competition.
Fans react to Aaron Gordon’s tweet
As Gordon’s tweet went viral, many fans took to social media to share their excitement. One fan hyped up the potential showdown, commenting, “this dunk contest would feed families.” Whereas, another fan backed Gordon’s return, saying, “It’s about time AG makes a comeback after that robbery.”
Furthermore, one fan urged Gordon to return, writing, “We definitely need you in the dunk contest.” However, not all fans welcomed Gordon’s message with excitement as some even criticized his response. One fan dismissed the idea of Gordon returning, saying, “It’s been 10 years, his prime is gone—time to rest.”
While another doubted Gordon’s intentions and wrote, “This is LeBron level of capping. But it’s cool lol”
Read More: LeBron James Under Fire For Last-Minute Decision To Sit Out 2025 NBA All-Star Game
While nothing is set in stone yet, one thing is certain—if Morant, LaVine, and Aaron Gordon face off, it could go down as one of the greatest dunk contests in NBA history.
Featured Image Via Getty Images
Ojus, the founder of Swish and Slams, brings over 12 years of experience as a basketball player to the table. His love for the game and his passion for sharing knowledge led him to create this platform.
With Swish and Slams, He aims to provide fans with a trusted and informative source of basketball news. His expertise and dedication ensure that the content delivered is accurate, engaging, and relevant to the basketball community.
