Despite his skinny frame, Holmgren's instincts, toughness, length, and awareness are second to none. Holmgren is elite at staying vertical to deter shots and then timing his blocks to perfection to ensure he isn't wildly swiping down on shooters. Holmgren also rarely chases blocks. Instead, he is patient and uses his length to steer opponents to where he wants them to go. Holmgren has also shown flashes of defending on the perimeter, but his footwork still needs a lot of work as he frequently struggles with step-backs and blow-by drives. His lack of strength will hinder him as a defender as some players will bury him under the rim, but my more significant concern is how slashers will displace him with physical drives. Offensively, I have zero worries about Holmgren's strength. He has an incredible sense of self-awareness and coordination, making him a versatile scorer.
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