Ex-Laker Kyle Kuzma Pays Ultimate ‘Respect’ to Chet Holmgren as Thunder Rookie Stuns Former Teammate

Kyle Kuzma was part of the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers squad that won an NBA championship. Having shared the court with players like LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Kuzma developed a formidable bond with those players. But what a Thunder rookie did to his former teammate, Kuzma himself could not help but be stunned.

While playing the Lakers, the Oklahoma City Thunder rookie, Chet Holmgren, almost schooled Anthony Davis. This led former Lakers player Kyle Kuzma to pay his ultimate respect to the seven-footer.

Kyle Kuzma pays respect to Chet Holmgren

The Oklahoma City Thunder hosted the Los Angeles Lakers for their latest matchup. Fresh off a win against the Detroit Pistons, the Lakers looked to build on that in order to improve their overall team record.

However, Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren had other plans. During the game, Holmgren matched up with former Defensive Player of the Year, Anthony Davis. 

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He received the ball in the post and proceeded to go to town on Davis. Holmgren entered the post to fade away with a half spin, putting Davis in the cycle and finishing his move with a fadeaway shot. 

Former Lakers player Kyle Kuzma was beyond impressed with Holmgren’s skills. He went on to X and posted, “Sheesh this dude coming for smoke  Respect.”

The Thunder went on to win this game against the Lakers by a landslide. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams led the way in scoring, helping the Thunder sail past the Lakers.

But Chet Holmgren’s contributions surely cannot be overlooked, both on the offensive and defensive end of the floor as well. Moreover, Holmgren’s moves on the floor just go to show what an amazing piece GM Sam Presti found in the draft to rebuild their team.

Thunder’s unicorn

The Oklahoma City Thunder took matters into their own hands as they won the game with a final score of 133-110. Despite the Lakers jumping out to a big lead, the Thunder made a quick comeback in the second quarter.

And since then, the team just did not let up as they threw haymakers one after another at Los Angeles. Chet Holmgren poured in 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist in the 28 minutes he was on the hardwood floor.

Holmgren was a special talent; almost everyone knew that. But for fans, players, and coaches to see it in person made it all the more real. 

Let’s see what else the 7’1″ Wonderkid has in store for us in the future.

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