#29: Isaiah Hartnestein, Houston Rockets
Height: 7’0”
Position: Power forward
Bottom line: Hartenstein may not have chosen the conventional route towards NBA fame.
After his birth in Eugene, Oregon, He and his family immigrated to Germany in 1998, and, like his father, at ten years’ old performed professionally in the country, prior to achieving an NBA second-round draft choice within 2017.
Generally performing in the G-League team for Houston team Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the seven-foot amateur athlete is a rare sight in any sport.
Isaiah Hartenstein Houston Rockets
#30: Damian Jones, Golden State Warriors
Height: 7’0”
Position: Center
Bottom line: Following a brilliant college performance while at Vanderbilt University, Jones became the first-round choice for the Golden State Warriors in 2016. However, debilitating injuries curbed his minutes in both his initial NBA seasons.
Luckily, he was given the opportunity to open for the warriors, introducing the 2018 to 2019 season and displaying moments of excellence. Following a pectoral muscle tear, Jones was ousted for an extended period. Regardless, Jones is a talented player who could aid the Dubs once he returns to action.
Damian Jones Golden State Warriors
