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, he missed his initial season due to injury. Holmgren bounced back earning NBA All-Rookie First Team honors. By his third season, Holmgren became an All-Star and won an NBA Championship with the Thunder. Standing at 7'1", he plays both center and power forward.

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1980: Kevin McHale Drafted Third Overall

In 1980, Kevin McHale was drafted third overall. Chet Holmgren topped Kevin McHale as the highest-drafted pick from the state of Minnesota.

1984: Dave Holmgren's College Basketball Career

From 1984 to 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave, played college basketball for Minnesota.

1988: Dave Holmgren's College Basketball Career

From 1984 to 1988, Chet Holmgren's father, Dave, played college basketball for Minnesota.

May 1, 2002: Chet Holmgren's Birth

On May 1, 2002, Chet Holmgren was born.

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August 2019: Crossover on Stephen Curry at SC30 Select Camp

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, Chet Holmgren recorded nine points, 10 rebounds, and 12 blocks in a nationally televised victory over Sierra Canyon School.

June 2020: Ranked Number One Player in 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: Emergence as Top Ranked Player in the 2021 Class

Due to his performance with his Amateur Athletic Union team Grassroots Sizzle, Chet Holmgren emerged as one of the highest ranked players in the 2021 class and started receiving more NCAA Division I interest.

2021: FIBA Under-19 World Cup

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

2021: Ranked Top Player of the 2021 Class

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

April 21, 2022: Declaration for 2022 NBA Draft

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

July 5, 2022: Signing with the Thunder

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

2022: Drafted Second Overall in 2022 NBA Draft

In 2022, Chet Holmgren was drafted second overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He missed the 2022-23 season due to injury.

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.