Born on May 5, 1998, Isaiah Hartenstein is an American-German basketball player who plays as a center for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Born in Eugene, Oregon, He was drafted by the Houston Rockets with the 43rd overall pick in the second round of 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. However, 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 for the New York franchise. 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. After his two-great years with the Knicks, Hartenstein in July 2024, signed a four-year $87 million contract with the Oklahoma City Thunders.
Isaiah Hartenstein's Wingspan
Isaiah Hartenstein’s wingspan measures around 7 feet 2 inches according to NBA 2K Ratings.
Isaiah Hartenstein's Height
Isaiah Hartenstein is 7 feet tall (2.13m) as per his roster profile on the NBA website.
Isaiah Hartenstein's Position
Isaiah Hartenstein plays in the center position. He is primarily known for his defense but is also an able passer.
FAQs on Isaiah Hartenstein
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 26 years old as of March 2025. 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.
