It’s hard to put into words just how impactful Chet Holmgren is to this Thunder basketball team, especially considering Oklahoma City’s record when he was sidel

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gifted Oklahoma City Thunder teammates lavish gift boxes after winning the 2025 NBA MVP award

In the midst of playoff pressure and emotional highs, the Oklahoma City Thunder continue to lean on their identity of defense. Following the game 2 win, Jaylen Williams and Chet Holmgren shared insight into the team’s mindset, recent accolades, and the evolution of their chemistry on and off the court.

Chet Holmgren was asked what it meant for him to see Shai Gilgeous-Alexander win the award that he rightfully deserved.

Minneapolis native Chet Holmgren could block his hometown team from winning a championship. Holmgren, a 7-foot-1 forward/center, has helped the Oklahoma City Thunder take a 2-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals.

Holmgren had 13 points on 4-for-9 shooting from the field while adding 11 rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 28 minutes. He was among those who provided ample support for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who paced Oklahoma City with 35 points to go along with four assists and three steals.

Chet Holmgren gets hit with a technical foul in Game 2 after dunking on Donte DiVincenzo during the Thunder-Timberwolves game.