When people discuss this OKC Thunder team, the duo that's automatically thought of is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.
Considering both are utilized as the respective number one and two options on the team and were the club's lone All-Star and All-NBA selections last season, this should come as no surprise.
However, in order for Oklahoma City to raise its level of play even further than it did during its title-winning 2024-25 campaign, ESPN's Tim Bontemps is looking at the tandem of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein to lead the charge.
Upping Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein minutes should help Thunder
In a recent piece, the senior NBA writer tabbed the Thunder as one of five teams he expects to "exceed expectations" this coming season.