And Paolo Banchero was rather expected in n°3 and Jabari Smith 1 in the draft, on the other hand, there weren’t really any surprises concerning the 2nd choice in the draft last week: Oklahoma City selected, as was announced by the rumors, the interior of Gonzaga Chet Holmgren (20 years old, 2.13m). It was whispered before the draft that his camp’s preference was clear for the Thunder. And according to multiple nearby sources quoted by the journalist from Sports Illustrated Jeremy Woo, Holmgren would have done everything not to be very convincing in front of the recruiters of the Magic during his workout organized in Orlando.
The native of Minneapolis would have quickly eclipsed during his last day in Florida, carrying out a brief shooting session quickly cut short. Did this have an impact on the choice of Orlando?
Not sure, since Smith was announced favorite for the 1st pick, but difficult to imagine a franchise betting on drafting a player who in all likelihood has no desire to be there… Sam Presti had reconsidered the choice of the team after the draft.
During his introductory press conference yesterday, Holmgren said:
“This is where I want to be. It’s a great organization, a great city, with great fans. »