Thunder’s Chet Holmgren sends perfect one-liner after Jalen Williams’ extension

The Oklahoma City Thunder have secured long-term contract extensions for their star trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams. Following Williams' newly announced five-year, $287 million max extension, the team has now committed over $750 million to retain this core group.

Chet Holmgren reacted humorously to Williams' contract news on social media, quipping "Nah, dinner on u bud😂," referencing that Williams' deal is larger than his own recent max extension.

This trio has rapidly transformed the Thunder into championship contenders, culminating in winning the franchise's first NBA title in Oklahoma City during the past season. Their development and chemistry over just three years proved highly successful.

Williams earned his max extension through significant improvement, averaging 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game in the regular season (69 appearances), earning All-NBA Third Team, All-Defensive Second Team, and an All-Star selection. He maintained strong playoff production (21.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.4 steals), delivering key performances despite some struggles.

With their championship core secured after consecutive Western Conference top-seed finishes, the Thunder are positioned for long-term dominance. While future roster adjustments are inevitable, they have young talent ready to step in, making them a continued major threat heading into next season as defending champions.