Aaron Gordon's impressive 50-point game in the Nuggets' season opener was not enough to secure a win, but it was notable for his high energy level, which he attributed to the music played during the game.
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, seemed to drive his performance, as he fed off the energetic vibes of the music he grew up with in San Jose.
Author's summary: Aaron Gordon's 50-point game was fueled by hyphy music.