Born on May 5, 1998, in Eugene, Oregon, Isaiah Hartenstein plays center for the New York Knicks. He was drafted by the Houston Rockets with the 43rd overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft.
After impressive performances in the G League for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in his rookie season, the Rockets front office signed him to a rookie contract in July 2018.
In the 2018/19 G League season, he scored 33 points (eight 3-point field goals made) in a closeout game as he helped the Vipers win the G League championship and was awarded the G League Finals MVP.
After getting waived by the Rockets, Hartenstein had short spells with the Denver Nuggets and the Cleveland Cavaliers. His breakthrough season came with the LA Clippers, where he averaged 8.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 blocks per game.
In the 2022 offseason, Hartenstein signed with the Knicks as a backup center and featured in all 82 games in his first season.
In the 2023/24 season, Hartenstein started 49 games out of 75, and ranked second in the league in defensive estimated plus-minus. He restricted opponents to just 53.2% within six feet from the rim, ranking him fifth in defended field goal percentage in this area (minimum six dfga and 60 games).
Isaiah Hartenstein Wingspan
According to DraftExpress and NBADraft.net, Isaiah Hartenstein’s wingspan measures around 7 feet 2 inches. His big wingspan helps him defensively in getting steals and blocks. He was also one of the seven players in the NBA to average a steal and a block per game (minimum 60 games played).
Isaiah Hartenstein Position
Isaiah Hartenstein plays in the center position. He is primarily known for his defense, but is also an able passer. In the 2023/24 season, Hartenstein led the Knicks in offensive rebounds and blocks. He ranked second in steals and total rebounds and had the second-best +/- behind Jalen Brunson (minimum 60 games played).
FAQs on Isaiah Hartenstein Wingspan
A. Isaiah Hartenstein's wingspan measures around 7 feet 2 inches.
A. In the 2023/24 season, Hartenstein averaged 7.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per game.
A. Isaiah Hartenstein’s age is 25 years old as of April 2024. He was born on May 25, 1998.
A. Isaiah Hartenstein is 7 feet tall.
A. Isaiah Hartenstein was drafted by the Houston Rockets with the 43th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft.