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Chet Holmgren has already proven on-court struggles can lead to career-best turnouts

OKC Thunder big man Chet Holmgren finds himself in a tricky spot heading into the new season, but it's nowhere he hasn't been before.

By Zane Gelphman · Thunderous Intentions

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Thunder GM Sam Presti publicly backed Chet Holmgren following scrutiny over his postseason struggles.
Presti stated in a preseason press conference that Holmgren's challenges will help him improve.
Holmgren faced criticism regarding his offensive production and competitiveness after the Western Conference Finals.

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Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti expressed strong confidence in big man Chet Holmgren during his preseason press conference on Thursday. Despite external criticism regarding Holmgren's offensive play and competitiveness following difficulties in the Western Conference Finals, Presti stated that great players learn from such moments and improve.

Presti emphasized that navigating adversity is part of a standard development trajectory for elite NBA talent. The article highlights that Holmgren and the Thunder previously overcame playoff setbacks, rebounding from a 2024 second-round loss to the Dallas Mavericks to eventually win an NBA championship.

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