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Chet Holmgren eyes Team USA selection for 2028 Olympics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:45 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Chet Holmgren eyes Team USA selection for 2028 Olympics
Summary

Chet Holmgren aims to represent Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The Oklahoma City Thunder center emphasized the honor of wearing his country’s colors during an event. Holmgren has previously contributed to Team USA's success, including his MVP performance in the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup. He was also part of the finalist pool for the 2024 Olympics. Coming off a strong NBA season, where he averaged 17.1 points and 8.9 rebounds, Holmgren is viewed as a key candidate for the upcoming Olympic team.

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  • •Holmgren aims for Team USA in 2028 Olympics.
  • •He previously won gold at the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup.
  • •Averaged 17.1 points and 8.9 rebounds last season.
  • •Named to the 41-player finalist pool for 2024 Olympics.
  • •Holmgren could be a central figure for Team USA's future.
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  • 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Thunder big man Chet Holmgren sets sights on Team USA for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
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Holmgren was part of the 41-player finalist pool for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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