Holmgren won't play Monday against the Timberwolves due to rest. After posting 19 points, four rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 28 minutes during Sunday's 130-123 win over Minnesota, Holmgren will take a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set.

Chet Holmgren went up against his hometown team as the OKC Thunder traveled to Minnesota to face the Timberwolves in the first game of a back-to-back series.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three steals to help the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 130-123 on Sunday night to open a home-and-home set.

As the Thunder approach the final stretch of the regular season, Holmgren emphasized the importance of staying focused and maintaining their high level of play.