Thunder's Isaiah Hartenstein to Miss 5-6 Weeks with Hand Fracture

Hartenstein's injury during a preseason game adds to Oklahoma City's frontcourt challenges as they prepare for the new NBA season.

Isaiah Hartenstein, a recent addition to the Thunder, suffered a small, non-displaced fracture in his left hand during a preseason game against the Denver Nuggets.
The injury will keep Hartenstein sidelined for at least five to six weeks, with a re-evaluation scheduled for late November or early December.
Hartenstein's absence is expected to impact the Thunder's lineup, as he was brought in to address rebounding and provide depth to the frontcourt.
Oklahoma City faces additional challenges with other injured players, including Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams, affecting their center position depth.
Despite the setback, the Thunder remain contenders in the Western Conference, relying on players like Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the team.