Articles by Rohan Brahmbhatt

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Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon drops a bar after Dunk of the Year submission

Aaron Gordon turned back the clock and delivered another reminder of why he’s one of the best dunkers the NBA has ever seen. During Saturday night’s Denver Nuggets matchup against the Phoenix Suns, Gordon threw down a jaw-dropping 360 dunk that immediately sent NBA fans into a frenzy, and his postgame reaction was pure gold. When asked about the play, Gordon laughed and said, “I was trying to get on Top 10. ESPN. Da na na, da na na.” "I was trying to get on Top 10. ESPN. Da na na, da na na." Aaron Gordon with an all-time quote when asked about his 360 dunk 😆 pic.twitter.com/2Zg6v1zhQp https://t.co/wNNv4E4vUG — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) October 26, 2025 That single line perfectly captured both the swagger and self-awareness that have defined Gordon’s career. The dunk itself looked straight out of his 2016 and 2020 Dunk Contest highlight reels, the same creativity and aerial control that once had fans begging for him to take home the trophy. While the dunk stole the spotlight, Gordon’s overall performance showed how much he has evolved beyond being just a high-flyer. He finished the night with 17 points, three steals, two rebounds, and an assist, shooting 5-of-11 from the field and a perfect 6-for-6 from the free-throw line. His energy on both ends of the court fueled Denver’s intensity in a strong win over Phoenix. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokić continued his usual brilliance with his second triple-double of the season, posting 14 points, 14 rebounds, and 15 assists despite a quiet scoring night. Jamal Murray added 23 points and six rebounds. Murray also shot from half-court at the end of the first quarter, which had the fans in disbelief. Meanwhile, Christian Braun impressed off the ball with 20 points on 60% shooting. Gordon, who dropped 50 points in his season debut against the Warriors earlier this week, has wasted no time proving that he’s more than a role player next to Jokić and Murray; he’s Denver’s heartbeat. His blend of athleticism, defense, and charisma gives the Nuggets an emotional edge few teams can match. And if Gordon keeps delivering highlights like this? Expect more “Da na na, da na na” moments on ESPN, and perhaps another deep playoff run for the defending champs.

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Joel Embiid delivers hilarious mic drop on 76ers’ past bench struggles

The Philadelphia 76ers are off to a flying start this season, winning their first two games against the Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets, respectively. But it wasn’t just the victories that caught fans’ attention; it was also Joel Embiid’s hilarious response to a reporter’s question about the team’s improved play without him on the court. During the postgame press conference following Philly’s 125-121 win over Charlotte, a reporter pointed out that the Sixers have looked surprisingly comfortable even when Embiid isn’t playing, something that had been a glaring issue in previous years. The reigning MVP wasted no time dropping a line that perfectly blended honesty and humor. “It’s been 12 years. I’ll take it.” Reporter: “The team is playing better when you're not playing which was a big problem last year obviously.” Joel Embiid: “It's been 12 years. I'll take it.” (h/t @MrBuckBuckNBA)pic.twitter.com/VGlWlyd434 — Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) October 26, 2025 It was the ultimate mic drop moment from the 76ers’ franchise cornerstone, who seemed genuinely amused and relieved by the progress. Embiid went on to add, “If the team can perform like this in the important games or in the playoffs, and if this is the effort when I am not on the floor, then I am happy not to play.” His comments, though lighthearted, highlight something deeper: for years, the Sixers’ bench units have struggled mightily when Embiid sits. The non-Embiid minutes have long been a pain point in Philadelphia’s playoff runs, often resulting in momentum-swinging collapses. So far this season, however, the story looks different. In the Sixers’ opening-night win against the Celtics, Embiid struggled and scored only four points in 20 minutes. But against the Hornets, he quickly bounced back and scored 20 points, albeit in just 20 minutes as Andre Drummond got important closing minutes as the 76ers came back. Meanwhile, Philadelphia’s supporting cast stepped up impressively, moving the ball fluidly and controlling the game on both ends. New head coach Nick Nurse appears to have unlocked more balance in the rotation, with players like Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. shining early. The 76ers now turn their focus to their next test against the Orlando Magic on Oct. 28. If Philadelphia’s depth continues to shine, Embiid may just keep smiling while dropping more iconic one-liners.