Oklahoma City leans on the Joe-Hartenstein two man game to power its depth and offense. Joe knocked down 41 percent from beyond the arc and fed off Hartenstein's dribble handoffs, turning them into reliable buckets and a stream of assists last season. As training camp opens, Joe says the chemistry is second nature, with Holmgren and Jalen Williams joining to amplify the flow and boost bench scoring.

The Thunder aim to repeat that success in 2025-26, using heavy off ball movement and Screens to maximize Joe's shooting while Hartenstein acts as the primary catalyst, a blueprint that mirrors learning from DiVincenzo’s Knicks-era play around a similar big man hub. The duo’s continuity could become the engine that keeps OKC rolling in tight games and late possessions.

Westbrook's enduring bond with Oklahoma City surfaces as fans push for a reunion before training camp, even as he remains unsigned. The moment underscores how a franchise's lore can outsize current rosters in driving fantasy narratives.

Presti frames Thunder culture as a strength, praising community ties and Westbrook's off-court impact. Hartenstein's two-season run and SGA's rise anchor a sustained era, with philanthropy and arena plans adding narrative heft for fantasy players.