Moments after Hartenstein’s season-debut in a 109-99 Wednesday night win, Gilgeous-Alexander answered a slew of questions almost exclusively about the big man. When the Hartenstein questionnaire finished,

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein's return from injury appears to be imminent. After missing the first 15 games of the season with a broken left hand, Hartenstein has been upgraded to "questionable" for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

The season-altering injury amplified Isaiah Hartenstein's importance. He suffered a hand fracture in the preseason that cost him the first month of the regular season. His role graduated from bench player to full-time starter during his absence.