I just have to show up and put in the work.. Related Articles. 2 Recruit Shoots Like Dirk and Defends Like Davis", "Q&A: Chet Holmgren's parents, HS coach on Chet's journey to being top-3 NBA Draft pick", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chet_Holmgren&oldid=1152689029. "We're getting repeated players at that top level. If I question that, whats the solution next time dont play defense? But one of the beautiful things about March Madness is the way it draws in people who potentially would not otherwise watch college basketball. "Minnesota has always had very talented players," said Royce White, the former Minnesota Mr. Basketball who was the 16th pick in the 2012 NBA draft after leading Iowa State to the NCAA tournament. Per team policy, the Thunder declined to make any team medical personnel available for interviews. But for Holmgren, being sidelined has posed a novel physical and a mental challenge. These numbers clearly indicate how much he should help Oklahoma City, especially defensively. He is shooting 39.2 percent from long distance, but that includes a 50 percent run from Jan. 20 to Feb. 24 and a 1-for-14 stretch that began with the teams most recent loss, at Saint Marys on Feb. 26. Although Holmgren was somewhat limited on what he could do physically for most of the past season, that didnt mean he couldnt improve as a player in ways off the court. Chet Holmgren has talked to Joel Embiid and knows the similar stories of Blake Griffin and Ben Simmons. Sometimes its hard to truly manifest all that skill thats in there, Few told SN. We got a glimpse of this at NBA Summer League before Holmgrens injury, as he proved to be an elite shot blocker and made a significant impact on the Thunders defensive efficiency. Were winning games by 4 points, were losing games by 4 points. Holmgren also loves hip-hop, Midwestern rappers in particular, and its culture and fashion as well. Just dont say it out loud, his mother, Sarah Harris, said. Hes done a fantastic job of handling that stuff. Hell want to play for sure.. Zach Wilson's mom says rookie QB didn't tell her about Jet Devils 'had the most fun' as Rangers' massive expectations shatter, There will be consequences for Rangers' failure as star takes blame for loss, Mets can look to rival Braves as role models in middling start, The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast, The Show with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman, Amazin' But True: A NY Mets Baseball Podcast, Gangs All Here: A NY Jets Football Podcast, Rangers' season ends with loss to Devils in awful Game 7 performance, Angel Reese gets brand new Mercedes-Benz for 21st birthday, Super Bowl champion chugs beer, spikes Lombardi Trophy in wild scene, Katy Perry will be temporarily replaced on 'American Idol' amid drama, Woman has 'loud, full body orgasm' in the middle of LA concert. "When I used to tell other players that I'm from Minnesota, they'd say, 'You didn't play anybody,'" Gillespie said. The Thunders core includes Gilgeous-Alexander, Giddey, Lu Dort, Darius Bazley and Tre Mann. In the days leading to the NBA draft, it was widely speculated Chet Holmgren wanted to land with the Oklahoma City Thunder over the Orlando Magic. At least one person isn't convinced he'll ever play college basketball, though. Expect to see Holmgren drafted in the first round of the NBA Draft. This is of particular note given the ability of Arkansas to create plays going to the rim from ball screens involving All-American guard J.D. I just have to figure out how to help make this team 5 points better and then keep building from there., Chet Holmgren Seeks a Silver Lining in a Lost Rookie Season, https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/20/sports/basketball/chet-holmgren-oklahoma-city-thunder-nba.html, Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren has second-guessed the decisions that led to his season-ending foot injury. Timme said Holmgren really figured out what it means to be a Zag and, I think you see it in the way he plays, especially of late: Hes hooping out there. Chets immediate reaction was: Dont say it out loud. But Holmgren said that he had put on muscle and weight since the summer and that he was on schedule to return to play next season. A ferocious competitor, Holmgren will do what he does best lay it all on the line with what he is able to do on and off the floor. https://t.co/EYNVgA1bYk, Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) August 25, 2022. However, all three of those players in addition to Kenrich Williams and the 2021 and 2022 draft classes are all under contract for the foreseeable future and are competing to be a part of the next era of elite Thunder basketball. okcthunder. From the top picks to some undrafted gems, several players made a solid first impression in their Summer League run. As such, all eyes will be on him in his first NBA season as the team pivots from an underdog to a squads with expectations. He brings respect to them.". While much of Holmgrens time will duly be focused on his own rehab, hell also invest in something that hes done in every stop hes made as a player helping his teammates be their best selves. It helps so much for the future. (John McDonnell/The Washington Post) LAS VEGAS One by one, some of the NBA's . It is just great to be able to be exposed to different things because at the end of the day, if you havent seen something you dont really know about it, Holmgren said. Drafted 2nd overall in the 2022 NBA draft, he played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. The soul food that I like is greens, cornbread, brisket, ribs. Dario Saric and Ricky Rubio were lottery picks who played with their overseas clubs for two more years before coming to the NBA. What can Chet Holmgren learn from Evan Mobley's Playoff experience? Regardless of when Holmgren plays next, hell have the opportunity to push the Oklahoma City Thunder to the next level of success. Chet Holmgren was a real-life cheat code in Gonzaga's 83-63 blowout win against UCLA in Tuesday's Empire Classic. Everyone knows the rim protection stuff, but he is better than you think on [defensive] switches because we switch a lot, a lot of actions. Holmgren, per local basketball insiders, will only magnify that exposure for the players in the state's upcoming classes. That's why Holmgren matters. The video, which Holmgren describes as "overplayed," introduced a new audience to the multifaceted athlete with an uncanny set of skills. [4] In August 2019, Holmgren attracted national attention for crossing over basketball player Stephen Curry at Curry's own SC30 Select Camp. Population growth in the Twin Cities -- nearly 3 million people now live in the metro area -- is a factor, too. There have been other instances of lottery picks missing what could have been their rookie years, including Jonas Valanciunas the No. Holmgren was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Holmgren is averaging 14.2 points, 9.8 rebounds and 3.7 blocks in 27 minutes per game. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (24.5 ppg in 2021-22) and Josh Giddey (the No. It took me a while the first week, two weeks, month to just really, truly understand: His games not about scoring. "It was always about who saw us. Really different, Strawther told Andscape. 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DECOURCY: Ranking the 16 remaining teams in the tournament. His long, lanky build allows him to spread the floor easily, which complements his ability to drive to the basket. Nerlens Noel was the No. Those moments of connection with the city are invaluable, and ones that can provide Holmgren some extra juice as he charges down his path this season. He also broke the record for the most blocks in a single Summer League game. Holmgrens arrival in the N.B.A. Thunder injury update. But Im glad there is a memorial there instead of it just being pushed off and forgotten about., A post shared by Chet Holmgren (@chet_holmgren). 1 in Class of 2021 rankings", "State boys basketball: Chet Holmgren goes out in style as Minnehaha Academy cruises to Class 3A crown", "Chet Holmgren and Raven Johnson Win 2021 Jersey Mike's Naismith High School Trophy for Player of the Year", "Azzi Fudd, Chet Holmgren named 2021 Morgan Wootten Players of the Year", "Minnehaha Academy 7-footer Chet Holmgren might be the most unique prospect in high school basketball", "Nation's No. Stephen A.: Losing Chet Holmgren is devastating, Chet Holmgren to undergo tests for possible foot injury, Paolo, Chet team up and combine for 84 points in Seattle pro-am. Gilgeous-Alexander, the oldest player in that group, is just short of his 24th birthday. When it comes down to business, hes a businessman at the same time. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. On April 21, 2022, Holmgren declared for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft by ESPN. MORE: Betting trends to know ahead of Gonzaga-Arkansas. The tall, lanky center from Minneapolis, Minnesota has been a dominant force for the Gonzaga. When I first met him, I was shocked at his personality. "I personally don't know enough right now," Dave said. [2] He grew up playing basketball under the tutelage of his father, a former college player. And he did this against a series of elite opponents UCLA, Texas, Duke and, indeed, Texas Tech. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network. Chet Holmgren rose to the No. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. He was joined in the first round by Jones, the 24th pick by the Minnesota Timberwolves after he led Duke to a national title and earned Most Outstanding Player honors in the 2015 NCAA tournament. Video appeared to show Holmgren was hurt on a play while defending LeBron James. It would mean the world to win the championship and it would certainly mean the world to Coach [Few], too, Holmgren said. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault confirmed this at Media Day before the start of the recent season, talking about how much Holmgren could learn while being sidelined. [5] Holmgren has two sisters. And he didn't feel like he'd arrived after. I watch every game and look for something I can add to my game, said Holmgren in July. All dissecting what Holmgren's monster game against Utah meant. Holmgren recently shared his thoughts regarding the injury. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. And perhaps along the way, more and more basketball fans will get to know the story of a player who is much more than what meets the eye. Holmgren was not an immediate sensation. The Thunder introduced Holmgren on Saturday after selecting him with the second pick. Both are lanky seven-footers with generational talents and immense potential. Now, I see it as thats my style. Notae and gifted young big man Jaylin Williams. and was successful. 1y Jonathan Givony and Mike Schmitz. Check out some of the best plays & more from the No. Hes a high-level defensive rebounder with the ability to dribble bust out and make simple plays in the open court. Jalen Suggs (Gonzaga) and Dain Dainja (Baylor) will join programs this season with legitimate national title aspirations. 11 in 2005, but the Spanish big man never appeared in an NBA game. Chet Holmgren Chet Thomas Holmgren (born May 1, 2002; pronounced / tt homrn / CHET HOHM-grn [1]) is an American professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He stood 6ft 2in (1.88m) at the time and was teammates with Jalen Suggs, whom he would play alongside through high school. In addition, both On the court, hes a competitor, kid wants to be good, said Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the close of the season. The top 2 picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, Paolo Banchero and Chet Holmgren, combine for 84 points at Jamal Crawford's pro-am league in Seattle. Holmgren was hurt while playing in a pro-am game last weekend in Seattle at The CrawsOver, near where he starred last season for Gonzaga. 1 Zags team in 2013 to current All-American Drew Timme. The Thunder went to the Western Conference finals four times with that duo and the NBA Finals once. People were like, This little white boy is trash. At the end of the day, Im not going to worry about it., posted a picture of a Floyd memorial near the site of his death. The likely No. Since Holmgrens second surgery in December a planned procedure to remove hardware from the first Daigneault has noticed a new spark in him. The more hes exposed to the competitive experience, whether its shooting in pregame warm-ups or being on the bench for lineup announcements, Daigneault said, when you watch him in those situations, you can tell hes ready to run through a wall but he cant, not yet.. But at the same time, he still gives you the ability to stretch the floor. Chet Holmgren didn't feel like he'd arrived in the N.B.A. Holmgren isnt like any of them, because he isnt like anyone. Hes very adept when we are able to find him around the rim. 1 pick, Holmgren smiled and said, I havent made a decision yet.. "At the same time, it's not just a wake-up call for us. With three more blocked shots, he will be Gonzaga's single-season leader. [19], The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Holmgren with the second overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft, making him the highest draft pick ever taken out of Gonzaga[20] and the highest pick from the state of Minnesota, topping Kevin McHale. A consensus five-star recruit and the number-one player in the 2021 class, he stands 7ft 1in (2.16m) and plays the center and power forward positions. I see that as butchering the game of basketball.. During training camp, he's at the Thunder ION from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., then comes back in the evening to support his teammates through practices and "soak up the knowledge". When theres an opportunity to compete against the best of the best, he said, its hard to pass up on that.. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. [25], Holmgren represented the United States at the 2021 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Latvia. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Summer League record with six blocks in July. His asset and investment details cannot be found as of now. There's a thin line separating Gonzaga's Chet Holmgren from greatness, but he's almost there, Ranking the 16 remaining teams in the tournament, Betting trends to know ahead of Gonzaga-Arkansas, Timme explodes in second-half rally vs. Memphis. Oklahoma City Thunder star rookie Chet Holmgren will be out for the 2022-23 season after the team announced he suffered a Lisfranc injury to his right foot. The Thunder were hoping Holmgren could help them eventually can help them regain some of the glory from the Kevin Durant-Russell Westbrook era. With Holmgren as the drop defender, also, he is so quick and so long he often can close out and bother the ballhandler if he attempts to fire a 3-pointer after ducking behind the screen. I'm following in the footsteps of everybody before me, around me and all the things that are laid out in front of me. Having the right approach and mindset is everything in the NBA. Hes a character for sure. Hes a junkie and hell be able to pour his energy into that.. Thats the mindset Im going to have going into these next couple games. Hes skilled as a passer, shooter and limited ball handler, not to mention hes a legitimate lob threat. After claiming the award the first two weeks of the 2021-22 season, Gonzaga's Chet Holmgren won it for a third time after leading the Bulldogs in scoring during their week-long stay in Las Vegas. And once you mix that with his skill set stuff, hes an attraction. Chet Holmgren was a real-life cheat code in Gonzagas 83-63 blowout win against UCLA in Tuesdays Empire Classic. And some lottery selections never get to the league at all: Orlando chose Fran Vazquez at No. He also spent time over the summer competing against star players in pickup games. The biggest concern is his 195-pound build at his height. 2 pick. I just want to be a great example for the other guys around me, all the staff in the building every day right alongside me, as well as everybody in the community, Holmgren said. Oklahoma City Thunder. 4 jersey retired the first such honor bestowed by the team in the Oklahoma City era and remains part of the teams front office. Fortunately for Holmgren, all the goals he set for himself before this season are still possible in the 2023-24 campaign. I think thats the biggest thing. [5] His team won its second straight Class 2A state championship. Elsewhere in the recruiting rankings, Kendall Brown, ranked 17th in the 2021 class on ESPN.com, committed to Baylor last month. But I love being around him. It doesnt matter how great of a shooter you are, youre going to miss shots, Holmgren told TSN. Its clear that Holmgren has been great for Gonzaga and this sort of success was pretty predictable when examining Holmgrens career up to this point. Minutes after he was selected number two overall in the 2022 NBA Draft, the Thunder's Chet Holmgren downplayed a question he was asked about . Everybody stereotypes in one way or another, whether its ethnicity or how you dress or what music you listen to, it doesnt matter. [13] In June 2020, after the reclassification of Jonathan Kuminga, he became the number one player in the 2021 class, according to ESPN. The skill set and length is something you dont see in college basketball, especially someone who can do it on the perimeter like he does, Morrison said. 2 Related. Chet Holmgren and Evan Mobley have a lot in common. "Your son's . I was around it and it grew on me. That's our plan. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. "We're planning on going to school. Although a trickle of local products turned pro in the years that followed -- Cole Aldrich, Alan Anderson, Jon Leuer, Royce White -- it was the group of Minnesota players who blossomed a decade later that altered the reputation of talent in the state. [17] At the NCAA tournament, Holmgren recorded 19 points, 17 rebounds, 7 blocks and 5 assists in their 9372 opening round victory over Georgia State. Its nave to think that hell step back on the court on Day 1 and be back to 100 percent, said Brian Sutterer, a sports medicine doctor in Missouri who has not treated Holmgren but has discussed Holmgrens injury on his YouTube channel. 8M; Oklahoma City Thunder star rookie Chet Holmgren will be out for the 2022-23 season after the team announced he suffered a Lisfranc injury to his right foot. 2. [11][12], Entering his junior season, Holmgren had about 30 scholarship offers from college basketball programs. Chet Holmgren profile page, biographical information, injury history and news Chet Holmgren - Oklahoma City Thunder - news and analysis, statistics, game logs, depth charts, contracts, injuries Skip to main navigation "It's too early to really rule anything out," he said. To be great, theres a mental aspect to preparation and work, which he clearly has. Hes got an impact on the game, and its hard to measure sometimes, Few said. The 7-foot-1 freshman center went coast-to-coast on an explosive drive in the. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Its his elite competitiveness and desire to be the best player on the court every time he touches it. Is Holmgren unique? Just the day-to-day approach, Thunder GM Sam Presti recently said of Holmgren. 2023 ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. When he does, Chet can provide floor spacing as a sniper from three, a la Mike Muscala. Anyone can read what you share. Here's the play where Chet Holmgren got hurt tonight. His annual income is around $ 2,50,000.

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