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Chet Holmgren outshines Victor Wembanyama in a thrilling Thunder vs. Spurs showdown! Who knew hoops could be this fun?

In the latest showdown between promising NBA stars, it was Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder who stole the spotlight from San Antonio Spurs rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama. The Thunder defeated the Spurs 105-93 on Wednesday night, with Holmgren scoring a solid 20 points and showcasing his impressive skills on the hardwood. While Holmgren delighted fans with his prowess, Wembanyama found himself struggling, managing only six points on a lackluster 1-for-5 shooting night. Let’s just say it was a classic case of 'the student teaching the teacher' as Holmgren led his team to victory.

The game saw a powerful offensive display from the Thunder, with Luguentz Dort also shining brightly by adding 20 points to the scoreboard. The duo of Holmgren and Dort left the Spurs' defense checking their watches rather than their stats. Holmgren’s performance was a refreshing comeback after his ups and downs from previous games. Whether it was his fluid movement or his ability to read the court like a pro, he sure made a statement that left fans eagerly awaiting what’s next for this rising star.

In the battle of the highly touted rookies, fans have started to draw parallels between the two players. The Chet Holmgren versus Victor Wembanyama rivalry is just heating up, and it adds an extra layer of excitement to the already intense NBA season. With Holmgren’s hoop skills and Wembanyama’s impressive height, basketball analysts are having a field day comparing the two unique talents. Will Chet be the thorn in Wemby’s side all season? Only time will tell, but for now, Chet holds the bragging rights after this emphatic win.

As the Thunder continue their undefeated streak with this notable victory, the story doesn’t end here. It’s also important to note that Chet Holmgren is proving he’s more than just a number; he’s a real contender in his rookie season. Meanwhile, Wembanyama, despite a rough game, is still a highly promising player with a bright future ahead. In fact, did you know that Holmgren was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, while Wembanyama has been touted as one of the best prospects since LeBron James? The future of the NBA is looking intriguing, ladies and gentlemen!

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Thunder's Chet Holmgren gets best of Spurs' Victor Wembanyama ... (ESPN)

Chet Holmgren scored 19 points to help the Thunder defeat the Spurs on Wednesday night as Victor Wembanyama was held to six points on 1-for-5 shooting.

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Chet Holmgren, OKC Thunder remain undefeated, roll past Victor ... (Oklahoman.com)

Chet Holmgren scored a team-high 20 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder shut down Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs 105-93 to remain undefeated.

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Holmgren and Dort lead Thunder to victory, holding off Spurs' late rally (WOAI)

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Thunder make hay while Wembanyama's star fades to beat Spurs (Daily Sabah)

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NBA: Holmgren Ousts Wembanyama as OKC Thunder Plunder San ... (News18)

Holmgren won the matchup against Wemby on Wednesday. He scored 19 points on 7-for-10 shooting to help the Thunder defeat the Spurs 105-93.

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3 Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's superb 105-93 win against ... (AthlonSports.com)

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3 Studs, 1 dud from massive Thunder victory over recently renewed ... (Thunderous Intentions)

The Chet versus Wembanyama rivalry got off to a hot start for the Thunder center in their first matchup of the 2024-25 regular season.

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Dort scores 20 points, Holmgren adds 19 as Thunder roll past Spurs ... (Spectrum News)

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Lu Dort scored 20 points, Chet Holmgren added 19 and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-93 on Wednesday night ...

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night with the Spurs (Pounding The Rock)

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Three Takeaways From Oklahoma City's Strong Win Over the San ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Oklahoma City Thunder's undefeated start to the season continued against the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday night.

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Spurs Fall To Thunder (On Air With Ryan Seacrest)

Head Coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs talks with his team during a timeout during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder ...

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Thunder 105, Spurs 93: What they said after the game (KENS5.com)

Victor Wembanyama had a career-low six points off 1-of-5 shooting. Jeremy Sochan finished with 17 points and nine rebounds. Keldon Johnson had nine points off ...

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Where Was Wembanyama? In Spurs' Loss to Thunder, 7-Foot ... (Sports Illustrated)

The San Antonio Spurs relied on their power game and scored well up front with the exception of Frenchman Victor Wembanyama, who lost his battle with Chet ...

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Player grades: No fireworks for Wemby vs. Chet as Thunder collect ... (OKC Thunder Wire)

Jeremy Sochan attempted to throw an alley-oop to Victor Wembanyama. The potential assist would've quieted a ruckus OKC crowd on par with a playoff game. The ...

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