Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder
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It would be the first NBA title for either of the two energetic fan bases and their exciting young teams. The Thunder, led by newly minted league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, is the early favorite.
Holmgren had 22 points on 8-of-13 shooting, adding seven rebounds and three blocks, as the Thunder punched their ticket to the Finals for the first time in 13 years. The 7-footer has proven his ability to play into the Thunder's big three, joining Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, to help dominate their opposition.
Thunder forward Chet Holmgren shoots back at Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards after winning the Western Conference Finals. With his eyes on an NBA title, Holmgren isn't satisfied with just reaching the Finals;
Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren took a shot at Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards after the end of their playoff series.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, on the back of the best young core in the NBA, are heading to the Finals for the first time since 2012. While OKC is easily Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's team, Chet Holmgren is a high-level stretch center, and Jalen Williams broke out as an All-Star this season.