Chet Holmgren reflects on Western Conference Finals struggles, seeks improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Chet Holmgren is addressing his poor performance in the 2026 Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Averaging 10.7 points and 7.1 rebounds, Holmgren fell short of his regular season averages. His lack of aggressiveness, particularly in Game 7 where he scored only 4 points, contributed to the Thunder's challenges. Holmgren intends to review his performance to enhance his game ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Holmgren averaged 10.7 points in the WCF against the Spurs.
- •He scored only 4 points in a crucial Game 7.
- •Holmgren aims to analyze game tape to improve.
- •Expectations rise as his long-term contract begins next season.
- •Thunder teammates also contributed but needed more from Holmgren.
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Chet Holmgren is using his WCF struggles as motivation to improve his game for the future
"Chet Holmgren knows he had a disappointing WCF, and he will keep that in mind moving forward.
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