Usually, Holmgren teases the Thunder with a hot start. A majority of his points happen in the first quarter. The rest of the game, he fades into the background as a scorer. Instead, he hunted his shot out all game. He had 14 points in the opening frame. The outside shot was as crisp as a McDonald's Sprite.

The way in which Shai Gilgeous-Alexander talked about Chet Holmgren at OKC Thunder media day should send shivers down the spine of opposing teams.

What Thunder coach Mark Daigneault had to say about Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg's two points in Monday's win.

Alexander's dominant performance against the Pacers, including a 55-point double-overtime effort, evoked memories of past championship b

The Thunder always talk about stacking days. Holmgren has stacked back-to-back All-Star-worthy performances. Drives to the basket resulted in fancy finishes or free throws. His outside shot remained a threat. He had arguably the highlight of the game when he soared for his poster. He didn't look like somebody who's struggled with back soreness.

Thunder veteran Isaiah Hartenstein identified Chet Holmgren's biggest area of growth following Monday's win against the Mavericks.

Oklahoma City’s full lineup is scary for opponents for a multitude of reasons. Of course, the first being Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — the league’s MVP. He has pro