Chet Holmgren weaves through a sea of kings for a monster slam
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren is a stark reminder that all men are not created equal. What are you talking about, Thomas Jefferson?
Holmgren does things on the basketball court that he shouldn’t be able to do as a 7-foot-1 bean. However, everything works with ease, like Thunder gave him freedom to play in his style. It is a true declaration of independence.
Against Sacramento Kings at the Pike Center on Wednesday, Holmgren announced his presence early with a huge shot in the first quarter. Earlier, he eluded DeMar DeRozan with a series of between-the-legs dribbles throwing it away in the face of Drew Eubanks.
That got their bench and the whole place caught fire.
Can you do it, Thomas Jefferson?
The 23-year-old Holmgren continues to prove his worth as a franchise cornerstone after signing a five-year max extension to his rookie contract in the offseason. It goes without saying that he was high key in Oklahoma City’s championship last season.
His numbers jumped to career highs of 19.9 points, 59.1% field goal percentage and 8.3 rebounds per game against the Kings. He is the rare breed of big man who can do everything easily, although he could still improve his build.
If there are no serious injuries in the coming years, Holmgren could be a permanent member of the All-NBA teams.
As of this writing, the league-leading Thunder lead the Kings, 74-65, in the third quarter. They are looking for a seventh straight win and remain unbeaten at home.
2025-11-20 02:50:00
