VIDEO: Gordon block leads to fast break, finishes with fancy flush
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#AirGordon can do it all! 🚨🚨🚨 pic.twitter.com/JhZ7Ib5zNB
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) February 24, 2016
Basketball fans might hold unrealistic expectations when it comes to Aaron Gordon post-All-Star Saturday.
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In spite of the widespread clamoring for in-game aerial assaults, the Orlando Magic power forward is likely more focused on becoming a complete player, rather than just a high-flyer.
And so, Magic bench boss Scott Skiles must be tickled when he sees the supremely-athletic youngster initiate the fast break with defense before completing the play at the other end of the floor with what has been Gordon's calling card - an aesthetically pleasing dunk.
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