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On Saturday evening, two top upcoming rookies took to court at the Crossover League in Seattle. The No. 1 overall pick in Paolo Banchero was on the court with Chet Holmgren, the No. 2 overall pick, for the first time since he was drafted.
The Oklahoma City Thunder star at Holmgren showed why many think he may be one of the most unique players in the league. As he seeks to establish himself as part of the Thunder’s youth corps, the 7-footer has immense talent.
Let’s take a look at some of Holmgren’s top plays from Saturday, where he showcased his talent in front of hundreds of fans who were on the field for a look at the young prospect.
He finished with 34 points, 14 boards, 8 blocks and 5 assists.
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NBA training camp is just several weeks away, which means that Holmgen will be back with the team as he begins preparing for his rookie season. If he’s the Thunder player he thinks he might be, the 7-footer should be in contention to win the NBA Rookie of the Year next season.
With the ability to influence the game at a high level on both ends of the floor, Holmgren has the upside of being the best player one day in Oklahoma City. Although his frame needs some work, the raw talent is off the charts.
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