Oklahoma City Thunder Make Isaiah Hartenstein Announcement Before Nets Game

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MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE – MARCH 05: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 05, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
On Wednesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be in New York to take on the Brooklyn Nets.
The Thunder most recently beat the Orlando Magic (in Florida) by a score of 113-108.
Isaiah Hartenstein finished with seven rebounds, eight assists and one block while shooting 0/2 from the field in 16 minutes of playing time.
Thunder Make Isaiah Hartenstein Announcement
GettyOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – FEBRUARY 22: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts to play during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Paycom Center on February 22, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by William Purnell/Getty Images)
For Wednesday’s showdown with the Nets, the Thunder have ruled out Hartenstein.
He is averaging 9.7 points 9.2 rebounds and 3.6 assists per contest while shooting 62.4% from the field in 38 games.
Jouse Pavon of ClutchPoints wrote: “Isaiah Hartenstein (left soleus injury management), Lu Dort (rest), Jalen Williams (hamstring) & Branden Carlson (low back) are ruled out for tonight’s game against the Nets.
Chet Holmgren (left hip contusion) is listed as questionable, per Thunder”
GettyMEMPHIS, TENNESSEE – MARCH 05: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 05, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
Hartenstein is in his second season with the Thunder after stints with the New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, LA Clippers, Denver Nuggets and Cleveland Cavaliers.
His career averages are 7.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists per contest while shooting 59.6% from the field in 417 games.
Thunder This Season
GettyNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after scoring during the fourth quarter of the NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.(Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
The Thunder are having another incredible year with a 54-15 record in 69 games, which has them as the first seed in the Western Conference.
They are in the middle of a nine-game winning streak (and 25-8 on the road).
Following the Nets, the Thunder will play their next game on Saturday when they visit the Washington Wizards.
GettyLAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 13: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dunks against the San Antonio Spurs in the first quarter of a semifinal game of the Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena on December 13, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
The Thunder are coming off an incredible year where they won the 2025 NBA Championship over the Indiana Pacers.
They will have an excellent chance to win another title in 2026.
Nets Ahead Of Thunder Clash
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 23: General Manager Sean Marks of the Brooklyn Nets speaks to the media during Brooklyn Nets Media Day at Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 23, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)
The Nets are the 13th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 17-51 record in 68 games.
They are in the middle of a four-game losing streak.
On Friday, the Nets will remain at home to host the New York Knicks.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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