Isaiah Hartenstein helped the Oklahoma City Thunder secure a win against the New York Knicks on Friday. He led the game with 6 assists, surpassing his projection by one. Hartenstein also contributed significantly on defense, leading his team in blocks and steals. The Thunder won decisively, 126-101.
What It Means
Hartenstein’s 6-assist performance marked a standout moment as he led both teams in assists. Recently, he has maintained a streak of games with at least 5 assists, showing consistency in playmaking. This season, he averages 4.2 assists per game, ranking him ninth among centers. Additionally, Hartenstein has been effective on the boards, averaging 12.1 rebounds per game and finishing in the top five at his position for rebounds in over three-quarters of his games this season.