Chet Holmgren expected to lead Thunder's power forward lineup for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season, Chet Holmgren is set to start at power forward. Holmgren, coming off a breakout season as an All-Star and Defensive Player of the Year runner-up, will look to build on his success. Kenrich Williams is projected to provide depth behind Holmgren as the second-longest-tenured player on the team. The Thunder aim to capitalize on their recent roster changes and solidify their title contender status as they chase a second championship.
- •Chet Holmgren leads Thunder's power forward position.
- •Holmgren had a breakout year as a first-time All-Star.
- •Kenrich Williams expected to be key depth behind Holmgren.
- •Thunder made cost-cutting moves while maintaining competitiveness.
- •Team aims for second NBA championship with core players.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder power forward preview: Chet Holmgren, bench unit
"Oklahoma City Thunder power forward preview: Chet Holmgren, bench unit.
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