The initial shock of Chet Holmgren’s injury at the beginning of the year wore off quickly and turned into worry. Oklahoma City, and all of its fans, waited anxiously for the timeline of recovery. When it was announced that Holmgren would be,

The Thunder cruised to a 2-0 series lead against the Grizzlies using lockdown defense, relentless tenacity and a night full of hustle plays.

With the Grizzlies’ defense often fixed on a deep drop and gapping Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams have stepped up for the Thunder.