Always sleeping in his sneakers, it shouldn't be a shocker to learn about Chet Holmgren's love for the NBA playoffs. He's only been through two postseasons, but the 23-year-old has quickly developed a reputation as a riser with the lights bright.

Chet Holmgren Sends Clear Message About Thunder Teammate Before NBA Finals originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Oklahoma City Thunder will meet the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals, with Game 1 tipping off on Thursday. Both teams are, for the most part, inexperienced, although they each have a player who has taken on a veteran role.

Chet Holmgren was so down after his hip injury that he stopped watching basketball. Now? Those days motivate OKC's big man entering the NBA Finals.