Reggie Miller Critiques Chet Holmgren Following Lackluster Game 7

The San Antonio Spurs secured their spot in the NBA Finals on Saturday night, overcoming the Oklahoma City Thunder with a score of 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. The game showcased strong performances from both teams, highlighted by back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who led all scorers with 35 points. While several players contributed significantly, Chet Holmgren's performance was notably underwhelming.

Holmgren managed to score only four points and grab four rebounds in 32 minutes of play, marking an unusually poor outing for the young player. He attempted just two shots throughout the game and failed to register any attempts in the second half, rendering him virtually invisible in the Thunder's offensive strategy.

His performance drew sharp criticism from commentator Reggie Miller, who was covering the game alongside Mike Tirico and Jamal Crawford for NBC. During the third quarter, Miller stated, “He’s the second-best player. I’m looking for him tonight to get involved — he’s nowhere to be found.” As Holmgren continued to struggle, Miller reiterated his concerns in the fourth quarter, expressing disbelief that Holmgren hadn’t taken a shot since halftime.

Despite having a standout season that earned him both All-Star and All-NBA accolades, Holmgren was unable to find his footing against the Spurs, largely due to the defensive presence of Victor Wembanyama. This inability to perform at a critical moment ultimately cost the Thunder their chance at advancing.

As the playoffs conclude for Oklahoma City, Holmgren's disappointing showing in such a pivotal game raises questions about his impact and future performances in high-stakes situations.