History of Chet Holmgren in Timeline

Chet Holmgren is a professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder. A five-star recruit, he played college basketball for Gonzaga before being drafted second overall in 2022. After missing his initial season due to injury, he earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors and contributed to the Thunder's 2025 NBA Finals victory. Holmgren, standing at 7'1", plays both center and power forward.

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1980: Kevin McHale drafted to NBA

In 1980, Kevin McHale, was taken third overall in the NBA draft.

1984: Dave Holmgren plays for University of Minnesota

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

1984: Dave Holmgren plays for Minnesota

In 1984, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave, played college basketball for Minnesota.

1988: Dave Holmgren plays for University of Minnesota

In 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave Holmgren, played college basketball for the University of Minnesota.

1988: Dave Holmgren plays for Minnesota

In 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave, played college basketball for Minnesota.

May 1, 2002: Birth of Chet Holmgren

On May 1, 2002, Chet Holmgren was born.

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August 2019: SC30 Select Camp Crossover

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

January 4, 2020: Victory over Sierra Canyon School

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

June 2020: Number One Player in the 2021 Class

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

April 19, 2021: Commitment to Gonzaga

On April 19, 2021, Chet Holmgren announced his commitment and signed a National Letter of Intent to play college basketball for Gonzaga.

2021: Highest Ranked Players in the 2021 Class

In 2021, Chet Holmgren emerged as one of the highest ranked players in the 2021 class, receiving more NCAA Division I interest after his success with his Amateur Athletic Union team Grassroots Sizzle at the Under Armour Association.

2021: FIBA Under-19 World Cup Gold Medal

In 2021, Chet Holmgren represented the United States at the FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Latvia, leading his team to a gold medal and earning tournament MVP honors.

2021: Top Ranked Player and College Basketball

In 2021, Chet Holmgren was ranked as the top player of the 2021 class and played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs.

April 21, 2022: Declared for the NBA Draft

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

July 5, 2022: Signed Rookie Contract with Thunder

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

2022: NBA Draft

In 2022, Chet Holmgren was drafted second overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA draft.

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 124–104 win over the Chicago Bulls.

November 10, 2024: Right Iliac Wing Fracture

On November 10, 2024, Chet Holmgren suffered a right iliac wing fracture in his pelvis during a game against the Golden State Warriors.

2024: NBA All-Rookie First Team Honors

In 2024, Chet Holmgren earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors.

February 7, 2025: Return to Play

On February 7, 2025, Chet Holmgren returned to play after recovering from a right iliac wing fracture.

July 9, 2025: Rookie Contract Extension

On July 9, 2025, Chet Holmgren and the Thunder agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $250 million.