The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the verge of becoming a Western Conference contender after a 57-win season a year ago that prompted the team to make some impressive moves to win now, including signing Isaiah Hartenstein to the largest free-agent deal in team history and trading Alex Caruso from the Windy City.
When the Thunder traded Caruso for Josh Giddey, it gave the team an immediate upgrade for the skill set they wanted while giving the former No. 6 overall pick a fresh start on a team that better fits his style of play. A win all around.
On Monday, Holmgren went on Paul George’s podcast – Podcast P – to discuss all things basketball, including the addition of Caruso, who the seven-footer seems excited to play alongside another impressive defender who can help elevate this Thunder roster.
“He scores points. He always makes winning plays, he makes the right plays. He’s the kind of guy you want to play with… He’ll be fun to play with,” Holmgren told George.
Caruso is expected to make his Oklahoma City Thunder debut on Oct. 24 against the Denver Nuggets on TNT, on the road against other Western Conference contenders. Many predict the Thunder will not only win the Western Conference, but will also be one of the league’s best defenses for the second straight year with this addition.
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