[Saba Sports News] Chet Holmgren, who missed the entire previous season due to a foot injury, made his debut for the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Chicago Bulls. It was an eventful first game for the talented player.
Holmgren scored his first NBA points approximately five minutes into the match with a stylish spin and fadeaway jumper. While he is recognized for his defensive prowess, he found himself on the receiving end of a dunk when contesting a shot by Nikola Vucevic in the first quarter, courtesy of a pass from Coby White.
Such experiences are par for the course when defending in the NBA.
The Thunder finished last season with a 40-42 record as they underwent a rebuilding phase. With Holmgren now on their roster, they have high hopes for the upcoming season. Holmgren, the second overall draft pick from the previous year, is expected to be a strong contender for the Rookie of the Year award this season.