Thunder win chippy opener vs. Spurs, back Chet Holmgren - ESPN
SAN ANTONIO — The scrap early in the second quarter of Tuesday night's season opener offered some symbolism for Chet Holmgren and his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates.
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SAN ANTONIO — The scrap early in the second quarter of Tuesday night's season opener offered some symbolism for Chet Holmgren and his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates.
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