Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault had a similar sentiment. Daigneault said Hartenstein is the best screener he's ever coached. The seven-footer has mastered the underappreciated art. He's already third in OKC in screen assists at 14. He'll quickly usurp Holmgren's 21 assists for the top spot.

In the Thunder's win over the Kings on Monday, Isaiah Hartenstein had 17 points and 10 rebounds on 8-for-14 shooting, the most shots he’s ever taken in an NBA game.

After Monday's 130-109 win against the Kings, the OKC guard praised his teammate. “He’s a dream big man for a marquee guy,” Shai said.