Isaiah Hartenstein sidelined with ankle injury this summer

Isaiah Hartenstein is unable to compete this summer due to an ankle injury. The German Basketball Federation announced he will focus on rehabilitation rather than participate in crucial qualifying matches for his national team. Medical staff from the Oklahoma City Thunder have recommended this course of action. The injury impacts Germany's frontcourt depth ahead of important games.

• 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Hartenstein suffers ankle injury