Stephen Curry delivered a clutch 42-point performance to lead the Golden State Warriors past the Denver Nuggets 137-131 in overtime. But it was Aaron Gordon who stole headlines with a career-high 50 points and 10 three-pointers in the losing effort.

ESPN reporter Anthony Slater shared Curry's reaction to Gordon's historic shooting night on X.

“Ridiculous. Whatever he did this summer, it worked,” Curry said.

Gordon drilled 7-of-7 from deep in the first half alone, helping Denver build a 70-61 halftime advantage. His 10 made threes tied the NBA record for most in a season opener, matching Terry Rozier's mark . The performance also shattered Alex English's 1985 Nuggets franchise record of 47 points in a season opener.

Warriors star delivers when it matters most

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