Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren speaks to the media during an introductory press conference at Clara Luper Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Watch: Chet Holmgren pays homage to Dirk Nowitzki with sweet move

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 7/6/22

Chet Holmgren left a strong impression during his first exhibition game with his new team.

The No. 2 overall pick scored 23 points in 23 minutes during his Oklahoma City Thunder’s 98-77 win over the Utah Jazz in the Salt Lake City Summer League on Tuesday.

Holmgren went 4-of-6 on threes and had six blocks as he showcased his all-around game.

What really stood out was when Holmgren did his best Dirk Nowitzki impression. Check out this jumper he made during the second quarter.

Chet Holmgren already doing the Dirk pic.twitter.com/hyBA0oNSIp

— Bally Sports Oklahoma (@BallySportsOK) July 6, 2022

In case you’re not sold, here’s a side-by-side of Holmgren and Dirk.

this is uncanny

Chet Holmgren 2022 Dirk Nowitzki 2011pic.twitter.com/yV1KWTBZB2

— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) July 6, 2022

Haters will tell you it’s one thing to do it over Pau Gasol in the NBA playoffs and another to do it in a summer league game. But it’s still a good sign for Thunder fans to see all of the former Gonzaga star’s skills.

Holmgren could end up being Sam Presti’s latest draft steal.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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