Like the other rookies, he is in the shadow of Victor Wembanyama, which is taking up all the space and light in recent days. Nevertheless, Chet Holmgren made a very, very interesting start to the season (and career), with 17.2 points (62% shooting success, 56% 3-point shooting) and 7.3 rebounds on average.
He even just had his best game against the Warriors. The Thunder interior delivered a solid performance: 24 points, 7/9 shooting, with two award-winning baskets, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Sober and efficient, he even finished by exchanging his jersey with a spellbound Stephen Curry.
“He’s ridiculously talented”declares the Warriors playmaker for The Oklahoman. “It is difficult to play for big players but also for smaller players. And he’s just getting started. I know he had a down season due to injury, but he’s back and in good shape. He plays well and it’s fun to watch. »
Against Golden State, Chet Holmgren did simple things, but perfectly executed. In the second half, he notably played the pick-and-roll with a little one who set a screen for him. Once the shift was made, he then served it. This partly explains his five assists, his new career record.
“Chet is a problem”confirms Draymond Green. “He can dribble, shoot, he has a big wingspan. He’s a big blocker. He will only progress. »
| Chet Holmgren | Percentage | Rebounds | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | MJ | Min | Shots | 3pts | L.F. | Off | Def | Early | Pd | Party | Int | Bp | Ct | Pts |
| 2023-24 | OKAY | 5 | 29 | 59.6 | 52.4 | 80.0 | 1.2 | 6.0 | 7.2 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 1.0 | 2.2 | 2.6 | 15.8 |
| Total | 5 | 29 | 59.6 | 52.4 | 80.0 | 1.2 | 6.0 | 7.2 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 1.0 | 2.2 | 2.6 | 15.8 | |
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Successful shots / Attempted shots; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def=defensive rebound; Tot = Total rebounds; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost balls; Ct: Against; Pts = Points.
