Josh Giddey Reacts to NBA Champion Chet Holmgren's Recent Post

The Oklahoma City Thunder were faced with a tough decision during the 2024 NBA offseason. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander already proving to be an MVP-caliber player and needing the ball in his hands to succeed, the Thunder knew this meant Josh Giddey's time with the roster was limited. Seeing an opportunity to land defensive star Alex Caruso, they struck a deal.

Giddey, who spent this past season with the Chicago Bulls as he awaits a new contract, was a massive addition to the team and their future. Caruso proved similarly for the Thunder, helping them win their first NBA title in Oklahoma City. Even though he's no longer on the team, Giddey still has close friends there, reacting to one of their latest Instagram posts.

Josh Giddey's Reaction

In a post shared by Thunder star forward Chet Holmgren of his offseason work, Giddey replied with a simple "🧀". Giddey joined the Thunder just a year before Holmgren, as he was the seventh overall pick in the 2021 Draft with Chet being the second pick in the 2022 Draft.

As has been shared by interactions since his departure, it's clear Giddey still supports the Thunder and his former teammates like Holmgren, even though his tenure didn't end on the best note.

Giddey's Tenure In Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — Apr 14, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2), forward Jalen Williams (8) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) react during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

After being selected seventh overall by the Thunder in 2021, Giddey was heavily criticized on draft night, such as the viral graphic that basically said his weaknesses were everything basketball-related. He'd go on to have a solid rookie season, earning All-Rookie Second Team honors.

In his second year, he'd take a big jump, posting averages of 16.6 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.2 assists while shooting 48.2% from the field. It seemed as though his role with the team was only increasing, but his third and final season in OKC would tell a different story.

During the 2023-24 season, his minutes would decrease, despite being a starter in all 80 regular-season games he appeared in. It added up, as Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Holmgren all took on bigger roles in the team's offense. As a result, he was shipped off the following offseason to the Bulls.

Conclusion

Josh Giddey was asked if a part of him hoped OKC wouldn’t succeed after he left.

Quite the opposite.

“I genuinely hope if the Bulls don’t win it, I hope the Thunder win it cause I’m close with the guys.”

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— Brandon Rahbar (@BrandonRahbar) July 5, 2025

As evident by Giddey's reaction to Chet's post and the other remarks he's made since his departure, it's clear that if Giddey has any feelings against the Thunder, it's not toward the players. Assuming Giddey resigns with the Bulls, his situation in Chicago far better suits his style of play and allows him to be the primary ball-handler and creator.

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Conclusion

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