Thunder’s Chet Holmgren hosts youth camp in Minnesota

The OKC big man returned to his Minneapolis high school to inspire kids weeks after helping deliver the Thunder’s first NBA championship.

Thursday, July 3rd 2025, 7:02 am

By: Nick McCauley

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -

Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren is spending part of his offseason back in familiar territory—at Minnehaha Academy, his former high school in Minneapolis.

Holmgren hosted a youth basketball camp this week, giving local kids a chance to train with the NBA star on the very court where his basketball journey began. Thunder Head Coach Mark Daigneault made the trip from Oklahoma to show support, a reminder of the team’s tight-knit culture that extends beyond the hardwood.

The camp follows Holmgren’s standout performance in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. He recorded five blocks—an NBA Finals Game 7 record—as the Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 103-91 to capture the franchise’s first-ever championship.