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Chet Holmgren to Face Hometown Team when Thunder Visit Timberwolves in Game 3 of West Finals

Minneapolis native Chet Holmgren, standing 7-foot-1, will compete against his hometown Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals this Saturday, playing in the arena where he secured his fourth high school state championship.
Holmgren overcame injuries including a broken foot and pelvic bone that caused him to miss 50 games after being the No. 1 pick in the 2022 draft, and has worked to reintegrate into the Thunder's winning team.
He has contributed an average of 16.2 points along with 9.1 boards and 2 blocks per game in the playoffs, playing a key role in Oklahoma City’s 2-0 series advantage against Minnesota.
Thunder coach Mark Daigneault praised Holmgren's insatiable drive to compete and improve, while high school coach Lance Johnson expects Holmgren to receive a warm reception despite some fan friction over his on-court behavior.
Holmgren’s return to Minneapolis marks a significant moment as he has the opportunity to stop the local team’s bid for an NBA title while continuing to showcase his perseverance and impressive performance.

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