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Chet Holmgren's Rivalry with Wembanyama
Holmgren dismisses past Spurs rivalry as 'tangible' for other teams.
In brief
Holmgren dismisses past Spurs rivalry as 'tangible' for other teams. Chet Holmgren says lessons from losing to Victor Wembanyama's Spurs apply to all 28 other teams. Originally reported by SI.
Chet Holmgren pauses
Holmgren paused considering the question for 15 seconds before answering.
Holmgren's 2025-26 season
Holmgren averaged career highs in points, rebounds and field-goal percentage.
Wembanyama's 2025 season
Wembanyama was first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year and runner-up for MVP.
2025 conference finals
Wembanyama averaged 27.3 points in the series while Holmgren scored 10.7.
Holmgren's philosophy
Holmgren says to disassociate from past emotions and focus on current work.
Injury recovery
Holmgren returned from injury to average 15.2 points during the 2024-25 title run.
Holmgren's summer focus
Holmgren worked on his body, shot, and pace during the summer.
Rivalry history
Holmgren and Wembanyama have played 15 games with Spurs holding 8-7 advantage.
Coach Daigneault's view
Daigneault says Holmgren has grown from past experience and will thrive.
Next matchup
Thunder and Spurs renew rivalry Tuesday night with Holmgren's status uncertain.
Holmgren's mindset
Holmgren says rivalry games are always exciting and require bringing best effort.
Rivalry significance
Holmgren and Wembanyama's rivalry could be chronicled in documentaries years later.
Holmgren's quote
Holmgren says lessons from past rivalry apply to all 28 other teams.
Rivalry impact
Holmgren's experience with Wembanyama helps him prepare for all future matchups.
Future outlook
Holmgren will face Wembanyama in upcoming season with improved skills.
What matters most
Chet Holmgren says lessons from losing to Victor Wembanyama's Spurs apply to all 28 other teams.
