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Chet Holmgren makes larger-than-life return to Minnehaha Academy as his NBA stock soars

A crowded Minneapolis gym buzzed last Friday, when the 7-1 man of the hour walked the baseline during a battle between the state's top two girls Class 2A basketball teams.

Even with the intense battle on the court between Providence Academy and Minnehaha Academy, heads turned away from the game action and phones popped out. Everything Chet Holmgren does turns into fire these days on social media.

Holmgren's presence in the basketball world continues to soar with the Oklahoma City Thunder as he chases No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama from San Antonio for NBA Rookie of the Year honors.