Hartenstein to stay in Oklahoma City on $75 million deal
Isaiah Hartenstein is set to remain with the Oklahoma City Thunder after agreeing to a new three-year contract worth $75 million. The deal includes a team option that would allow Oklahoma City to reopen the contract in 2028.
The Thunder had recently traded Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins in an effort to create salary-cap room, and Hartenstein’s future had been uncertain because of the luxury tax. He is now expected to continue as the starting center alongside Chet Holmgren as Oklahoma City tries to chase another championship.
Hartenstein, one of the team’s most important players in its 2024/25 title season, is also regarded as one of the best defenders against Victor Wembanyama. Last season he played only 47 games, averaging 9.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, including 3.2 offensive boards, 3.5 assists, one steal and 0.8 blocks in 24.2 minutes per game.
The previous season, he posted 11.2 points and 10.7 rebounds while helping the Thunder win the championship.
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