Chet Holmgren managed to make Oklahoma City Thunder franchise history with his most recent performance against the Golden State Warriors. After defeating the Indiana Pacers to win the 2025 NBA Finals, Holmgren and the Thunder have begun this season looking to defend their position as NBA champions.
Given that no team has won multiple times or gone back-to-back in recent league history, the OKC Thunder are looking to cement their position in NBA history by winning back-to-back titles. Their 11-1 record to start the 2025-2026 season, as well as Holmgren’s most recent accomplishment, has fans wondering if this team can repeat its success once again.
Chet Holmgren Makes OKC Thunder History With a Perfect Shooting Night
While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is viewed as the franchise cornerstone and the undisputed best player for the OKC Thunder, Holmgren has proven himself to be an invaluable part of the roster. His otherworldly height, wingspan, and skillset make Holmgren a unique asset for his team.
Holmgren took his abilities to the next level in the OKC Thunder’s recent game against the Golden State Warriors. The star center recorded 23 points, 11 rebounds, and two assists in just 25 minutes of action. Most importantly, he appeared to be unguardable, making all of his 11 shot attempts.
No other player in Thunder history has recorded a 20+ point and 10+ rebound performance without missing a single shot, not even Kevin Durant. Fans were quick to point out the same after Holmgren’s impressive stat line and performance went viral.
A PERFECT shooting night for @ChetHolmgren… and OKC moves to 11-1 ⛈️
23 PTS | 9-9 FGM | 11 REB
The first @okcthunder player EVER to post 20+ PTS & 10+ REB on 100 FG%! pic.twitter.com/rlCBDPSbE3
— NBA (@NBA) November 12, 2025
Holmgren’s perfect shooting night ruined Curry’s return to the Warriors. The Golden State Warriors star was sidelined for the past three games due to illness and returned to action, only to watch Holmgren and the OKC Thunder dominate the Warriors.
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is still viewed by many as the better player, despite Holmgren having won an NBA championship. This impressive performance from Holmgren will play a small part in changing that narrative.
In any case, the OKC Thunder are currently metaphorically on top of the world. Except for a two-point loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, the defending champions have defeated every team they have been matched up against, starting the season with a record of 11 wins and one loss.
Each win helps the OKC Thunder gain more momentum while developing team chemistry in the process. NBA experts are aware that this team might finish the season with the best record in NBA history if it can maintain this pace. Fans are left wondering what Holmgren and his squad can accomplish this season.
