Isaiah Hartenstein expected to have mutual option in contract

Isaiah Hartenstein is likely to have a mutual option in his upcoming contract, potentially structured similarly to James Harden's current deal. This arrangement could provide the Thunder with approximately $3 million in payroll savings, significantly reducing their tax penalty by $21 million. As a result, the team would maintain about $15 million above the second apron. Detailed contract terms remain to be finalized.

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