TRASH HIM OUT: Denver Nuggets Owner E. Stanley Kroenke Terminates Aaron Gordon’s Contract Due to Unacceptable Behavior and Repeated Violations.

 In a shocking and unexpected development, Denver Nuggets owner E. Stanley Kroenke has officially terminated the contract of forward Aaron Gordon, citing “unacceptable behavior and repeated violations of team standards.” The announcement, made late Tuesday evening, has sent shockwaves through the NBA community and left Nuggets fans both stunned and divided.

According to sources close to the organization, tensions between Gordon and the front office had been simmering for months. While no official details have been confirmed by Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, insiders report a pattern of disciplinary issues, including missed team meetings, undisclosed absences, and public criticism of coaching decisions.

“This is not a decision we took lightly,” said a Nuggets spokesperson in a brief statement. “Mr. Gordon’s actions were consistently at odds with the culture and expectations we hold all our players to. After repeated warnings and opportunities to rectify the situation, ownership determined that termination was the necessary course of action for the good of the organization.”

Aaron Gordon, who played a key role in Denver’s 2023 NBA Championship run and was widely regarded as a defensive anchor and powerful finisher, had signed a four-year extension worth over $86 million just two seasons ago. His departure marks one of the most abrupt and controversial exits in recent franchise history.

Several teammates reportedly expressed disappointment behind closed doors but have yet to make public comments. Star center Nikola Jokić, who developed strong on-court chemistry with Gordon, has not yet spoken to the media regarding the decision.

Gordon’s agent released a brief response early Wednesday morning, calling the termination “unjustified and retaliatory,” and hinted at potential legal action. “Aaron is a competitor and a professional. This blindsiding decision by ownership will be challenged,” the statement read.

As for the Nuggets, the team now faces a major roster shakeup with the season just around the corner. Head Coach Michael Malone will be forced to reevaluate rotations, while the front office scrambles to fill the void left by Gordon’s absence.

Speculation is already swirling about who Denver may target as a replacement—either via trade or free agency—but Kroenke has made one thing clear: in his organization, no one is above the standard