In an effort dominant enough to convince Charles Barkley to crown the Oklahoma City Thunder “World Champions,” the Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets 102-87 in their season opener. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge, finishing with 28 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, three blocks, and two steals, but Thunder big man Chet Holmgren had a historic performance. He wasn’t shy in celebrating with Wing Stop’s lemon pepper wings during his postgame media availability.
Holmgren’s double-double (25 points, 14 rebounds) with five assists, four blocks, and two steals undoubtedly stole the show. With the bag of Wing Stop next to him, Holmgren was asked if he had an endorsement deal with the famous chicken wing franchise, per Oklahoman Sports’ Joel Lorenzi.
“I just really enjoy my lemon peppers,” Holmgren replied…