Isaiah Hartenstein was sidelined early in the Thunder's season
As the NBA season begins, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be without center Isaiah Hartenstein, who is recovering from a broken left hand. This injury, a small non-displaced fracture suffered during a team practice, is expected to keep Hartenstein out of action for at least a month, posing the first challenges to the team's lineup and strategic approach. Hartenstein's absence is a blow to the Thunder, considering his vital role in the team's defensive structure and his ability to score and rebound effectively. The team will now have to rely on their depth and the versatility of their roster to…