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As the Thunder continue their push for a deep playoff run, Holmgren’s growth and consistency will be key. If he continues to elevate his game, the Thunder could find itself not just as a playoff team, but as a legitimate championship contender for the foreseeable future.

Chet Holmgren is ready to return to the Oklahoma City lineup. Holmgren is not listed on Oklahoma City's injury report for the team's game Friday against Toronto, indicating that he has finally healed from a fractured hip that had sidelined him since November.

The OKC Thunder acquired Daniel Theis and a 2031 second-round pick from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for cash considerations on Wednesday.

New Orleans Pelicans center Daniel Theis (10) looks for a move between Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) and Jakob Poeltl (19) during the first half of an NBA basketball game