History of Chet Holmgren in Timeline

Chet Holmgren is an American professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Drafted second overall in the 2022 NBA draft, he was a consensus five-star recruit and the top player in the 2021 class. Holmgren played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. He is 7'1" tall and plays both center and power forward.

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1984: Dave Holmgren Played for University of Minnesota

In 1984, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave Holmgren, began playing college basketball for the University of Minnesota.

1988: Dave Holmgren Finished College Basketball Career

In 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave Holmgren, finished his college basketball career at the University of Minnesota.

May 1, 2002: Chet Holmgren Born

On May 1, 2002, Chet Holmgren was born. He is an American professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the NBA.

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August 2019: Crossed Over Stephen Curry

In August 2019, Chet Holmgren gained national attention for crossing over NBA superstar Stephen Curry at Curry's SC30 Select Camp.

January 4, 2020: Victory Over Sierra Canyon School

On January 4, 2020, as a junior, Chet Holmgren recorded 9 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 blocks in a nationally televised victory over Sierra Canyon School.

June 2020: Became Number One Player in 2021 Class

In June 2020, Chet Holmgren became the number one player in the 2021 class, according to ESPN, after Jonathan Kuminga's reclassification.

April 19, 2021: Committed to Gonzaga

On April 19, 2021, Chet Holmgren announced his commitment to play college basketball for Gonzaga, following Jalen Suggs.

2021: Ranked Highly in 2021 Class

By 2021, Chet Holmgren had emerged as one of the highest-ranked players in the 2021 class and started receiving NCAA Division I interest.

April 21, 2022: Declared for 2022 NBA Draft

On April 21, 2022, Chet Holmgren declared for the 2022 NBA draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility.

July 5, 2022: Signed Rookie-Scale Contract with Thunder

On July 5, 2022, Chet Holmgren signed a rookie-scale contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

October 25, 2023: NBA Regular-Season Debut

On October 25, 2023, Chet Holmgren made his NBA regular-season debut, scoring 11 points and grabbing four rebounds in a win against the Chicago Bulls.