DENVER — Chet Holmgren’s boots entered the room before he did.  His size 16 Chrome Hearts Timberlands echoed his triumphant strut, a stroll to the postgame lectern after a convincing 102-87 season-opening win over the Nuggets in Denver.

Coach Diagneault’s potential starting lineup finds itself on the rankings, which only goes to show the expectations around them. The face of the franchise, SGA is predicted to be a top candidate for MVP, with teammate J-Dub potentially earning an All-Star selection.

The Oklahoma City Thunder 's devouring 102-87 win over the Denver Nuggets to open their season showcased what many people thought — the youngest first-seed in league history is here to stay as a title contender.