Thunder extend Hartenstein, face decision on Dort's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced a three-year, $75 million extension for Isaiah Hartenstein ahead of the June 29 deadline for Lu Dort's contract confirmation. The Thunder previously traded Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins to manage their roster, accumulating second-round picks and reducing their luxury tax penalty. Hartenstein's deal includes a 15 percent trade kicker and a mutual option after the 2027-28 season. With Dort's future uncertain, reports suggest the team may decline his $17.7 million option or explore trade options.
- •Oklahoma City Thunder extend Isaiah Hartenstein for $75 million.
- •Thunder traded Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins recently.
- •Lu Dort's future with the team remains uncertain.
- •June 29 is the deadline for decisions on Dort's contract.
- •The Thunder aim to reduce their luxury tax expenses.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Hartenstein Reacts to $75M Extension While Decision on Lu Dort's Future Looms
"The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the offseason knowing they couldn’t keep everyone. In the past week, they traded away Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins, while the future for Lu Dort hangs in the balance.
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