Oklahoma City Thunder Emerge as Top Contender for Knicks' Isaiah Hartenstein

The Thunder's cap space and need for a center make them a strong bidder in Hartenstein's upcoming free agency.

Hartenstein is expected to command a high salary after a standout season with the Knicks.
The Knicks are limited in their offer due to cap constraints, maxing out at $72.5 million over four years.
The Thunder can offer a short-term, high-salary deal, leveraging their $35 million cap space.
Oklahoma City finished first in the Western Conference but lacked frontcourt depth in the playoffs.
Hartenstein's performance has made him one of the most sought-after centers in the 2024 free agency market.