Alex Hunter details his top Chet Holmgren player prop for Thursday’s NBA playoff game between the Thunder and the Lakers.

Published May 7, 2026 3:54 PM EDT

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 19: Center Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on January 19, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. The Thunder defeated the Cavaliers 136-104. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 19: Center Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on January 19, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. The Thunder defeated the Cavaliers 136-104. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

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Game 2 of this second-round series between the Thunder and Lakers will be played in Oklahoma City on Thursday. The Thunder lead this series 1-0. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Oklahoma City is favored by 15.5 points and this game carries a total of 211.5 points.

Let’s dive into my favorite Chet Holmgren player prop for Thursday’s contest.

Best Chet Holmgren prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook

Chet Holmgren 2+ points in the first three minutes (-108)

Holmgren has been the Thunder’s main option to begin games this season and that was on full display in Game 1 vs. the Lakers. The big man scored two points in the first three minutes while hoisting up three quick shots. Holmgren finished the game with a team-high 24 points and he is shooting 53% vs. Los Angeles in five matchups this season.

In the first three minutes this season, Holmgren is leading the Thunder with an elite 2.2 PPG. In this situation, he is handling a 24% usage rate and shooting 55% from the field. 32% of Holmgren’s points this season have come in the first quarter and he has scored at least two points in the first three minutes of eight of his last 10 starts.

On his home floor, Holmgren should come out aggressive again in Game 2 and provide at least one basket in the opening three minutes.

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