History of Chet Holmgren in Timeline

Chet Holmgren is an American professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was a top-ranked high school player before playing college basketball at Gonzaga. Drafted second overall in 2022 by the Thunder, he missed his initial season due to injury. Holmgren earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors after his first season and won an NBA championship with the Thunder the following year, earning his first All-Star selection shortly after. Holmgren plays as a center and power forward, standing at 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m).

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1980: Kevin McHale's Draft

In 1980, Kevin McHale was the highest-drafted pick from Minnesota, taken third overall before Chet Holmgren surpassed him in 2022.

1984: Father's College Basketball Career

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

1988: Father's College Basketball Career Ends

In 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave Holmgren, concluded his college basketball career at the University of Minnesota, having played since 1984.

May 1, 2002: Chet Holmgren's Birth

On May 1, 2002, Chet Holmgren was born. He would later become a professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA.

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August 2019: Crossing Over Stephen Curry

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: Nationally Televised Victory

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, featuring Bronny James, Brandon Boston Jr., and Ziaire Williams.

June 2020: Ranked Number One Player

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: College 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, following his former high school teammate Jalen Suggs.

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: Ranked Top Player and College Basketball

In 2021, Chet Holmgren was a consensus five-star recruit and the top-ranked player of the 2021 class. He later played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs.

2021: Emergence as Top Ranked Player

In 2021, Chet Holmgren was emerging as one of the highest ranked players in his class, attracting more NCAA Division I interest after success with his Amateur Athletic Union team.

April 21, 2022: Declares for NBA Draft

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

July 5, 2022: Signs Rookie Contract with Thunder

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

2022: NBA Drafted

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 securing four rebounds in a 124–104 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

November 10, 2024: Pelvis Fracture

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

2024: NBA All-Rookie First Team Honors

In 2024, Chet Holmgren returned from an injury to earn 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: Maximum Rookie Contract Extension

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

October 26, 2025: Career-High Three-Pointers

On October 26, 2025, Chet Holmgren scored 31 points with a career-high six three-pointers made, 12 rebounds, three steals, one assist, and one block in a win over the Atlanta Hawks.