NBA: Major hit for Oklahoma City Thunder as their star rookie Chet Holmgren is ruled out for the season after sustaining a Lisfranc injury to his right foot, know his injury update, status and video
On Thursday, Oklahoma City Thunder confirmed that forward Chet Holmgren suffered a Lisfranc injury on his right foot. The second overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft will now miss the 2022-23 season.
Oklahoma City Thunder Star Rookie Chet Holmgren Injury Update, Report, News And Return Date After Video Goes Viral
While playing “The Crawsover Pro-Am” game, Chet had an awkward landing
This might’ve been where Chet suffered his potential torn ligament.
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— Jacob Ortiz (@jacobryanortiz) August 24, 2022
Holmgren appeared to have suffered the foot injury while taking part in the pro-am game last weekend in Seattle. The 20-year-old had an awkward landing while jumping to contest for the ball. The game also featured NBA Stars with the likes of LeBron James and Jayson Tatum.
Oklahoma City Thunder Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti Released the statement following major injury blow
Thunder injury update. Statement from GM Sam Presti.
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— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) August 25, 2022
‘‘We are certainly disappointed for Chet, especially in light of his excitement about speaking with his teammates this season. We understand that Chet has a long career ahead of him in our organization and in the Oklahoma City community. One of the most impressive things about Chet’s selection process was his determination and concentration. We expect him to be equally tenacious throughout this time as we work together and support him through his rehabilitation.’’
The debut of the 20-year-old seems too distant for him as the recovery time can take up to 11 months.
Chet Holmgren Stats:
Before going to the Oklahoma City Thunder for the overall second NBA draft in 2022, he started his career as a freshman in Gonzaga. In his first college match, Chet delivered 14 points, 13 rebounds, seven blocks and six assists in the short 28-minute period, becoming the first ever player in 25 years to deliver at least 10 points, 10 boards five assists and five blocks in his debut. This was his best game.
In a match against BYU, Holmgren contributed 20 points, 17 rebounds, six assists and five blocks to claim a 33-point win over BYU. This was Holmgren’s third consecutive match with 20 points.
Chet Holmgren Awards
• WCC Newcomer of the Year
• All-WCC First Team
• WCC Defensive Player of the Year
• Player of the Year Watch List NABC
• NABC All American Third Team
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