Chet Holmgren, the 7-foot-1 rookie for the Oklahoma City Thunder, is making a strong case for the NBA Rookie of the Year award.
His exceptional play on both offense and defense has galvanized his team and caught the attention of basketball fans everywhere.
In fact, Holmgren ranks among the top five in the league for points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks per game.
Chet Holmgren has 15 3-pointers and 20 blocks this season.
He is the 2nd rookie all-time to have 15 3-pointers and 20 blocks over any 8-game span, joining Eddie Griffin in 2001-02. pic.twitter.com/nhQU50HW0s
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) November 9, 2023
In the Thunder’s first eight games of the season, Holmgren’s contributions have been nothing short of remarkable.
He has helped his team secure five wins and has made history along the way.
He became the second ever rookie in NBA history to record at least 20 blocks, score 15 3-pointers, and record 15 assists in the first eight games of a season.
While Wembanyama may be the favorite to win the Rookie of the Year award, Holmgren’s efficiency could make the race much closer than anticipated.
Holmgren has been remarkably efficient, shooting 55.7% from the field, 53.8% from 3-point range, and 90.% from the free-throw line.
In fact, he is the first player in NBA history to shoot 50/50/90 with over 100 points through their first seven career games, according to OptaStats.
Even when Holmgren isn’t shooting the ball well, he still contributes to winning basketball in various ways.
