“All he did was grow facial hair” – NBA fans joke about OKC’s Chet Holmgren’s physique in latest team photos
Chet Holmgren's last year's and recent physique photos surfaced, leaving the NBA Fans in splits. His size has always been a major issue; regardless, the offensive skillset is what sets him apart.
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Chet Holmgren was one of the most hyped prospects from the 2022 Draft Class. Selected as the second overall pick by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the seven-footer was touted to put everyone on notice with his sky-high potential. However, after impressing in the Summer League, Holmgren suffered a Lisfranc injury to his right foot, ending his season even before he could make his NBA debut.
As he recovers from the injury sustained during the Seattle Pro-Am game in August 2022, his latest physique photos have surfaced on social media. When Holmgren first entered the NBA, the main concern was whether his body would be able to withstand the punishment on the court. While his offensive skillset and shot blocking sets him apart from other players in his draft class, his frame has always been an issue.
However, the foot injury, though unfortunate, offered him the window to put on some muscle. As he has been sidelined, recovering, and most likely hitting the gym, Thunder’s latest team photos featuring Holmgren circulated on social media. While he has been putting in the work, trying to get that bulk, fans were in splits when they saw his last year’s photo next to the recent one.
According to their reactions on Twitter, they didn’t seem to notice any major differences in his this year’s and last year’s physique. In fact, the entire comments section was flooded with jokes.
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Fans in splits after Chet Holmgren’s recent physique pics surface
Chet Holmgren has returned to the practice courts and has been seen performing various drills. His recovery seems to be going well, and he could be set for a return next season. While there is no uncertainty about his hooping talents, his physique has always been a major red flag, considering the league’s imposing big men.
While he seems to have put on some muscle, the fans did not see with the same eye. In fact, many joked around, with one Twitter user saying, “all he did was grow facial hair.” Another user said, “wow he put a headband on.” Several people agreed that his physique had improved, but not enough to compete with the league’s other formidable big men. Below are some of the funniest reactions to Holmgren’s photos.
Chet Holmgren will be hoping to recover fully from his injury and finally put his skills to show on an NBA court. His development will be instrumental in determining whether the Thunder will be a formidable team going ahead or not. Nonetheless, the young gun must understand that he must trust the process in order to become his best version and silence all his naysayers.
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