How Isaiah Hartenstein's ethnicity reveal kicked off his bromance with Paul George
Very few people know that Isaiah Hartenstein's ethnicity is partly African-American. Even his teammate from the LA Clippers days, Paul George, had no clue. But when Hartenstein's startling ethnicity revelation happened (thanks to his IG photo), an instant bromance brewed between him and Paul George.
Hartenstein went back to the moment in the new episode of Podcast P with Paul George, where he said, 'That man's whole energy changed towards me.'
Hartenstein and other participants had a hearty laugh when he shared that Paul George's handshakes became warmer. Their greetings changed from 'Hey, What's up Bro?' to 'What's up my, Ni***?' Isaiah's appearance confuses everybody as he has taken his looks from his mother, who is of American nationality, whereas his father is African-American.
Isaiah Hartenstein shared how his ethnicity made Paul George and his bond stronger
Isaiah Hartenstein will talk about the bromance between him and Paul George in the upcoming episode of Podcast P with Paul George on YouTube (3:50). The love between them was not developed instantly. Isaiah took a hilarious dig at Pau George during the podcast, claiming George's attitude changed once he became aware of his mixed ethnicity. The whole conversation took place in a very lighter note, where the participants were seen laughing over developments that led to changed dynamics between Isaiah and George.
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In the snippets from the podcast shared on Podcast P with Paul George's X, the moment when Paul George realized his teammate's ethnicity, he grew fonder of him, per Isaiah. None of the participants seemed to be of a different opinion, and they all laughed together over George's startled reaction when he saw Isaiah's IG photo with his father for the first time.
Catch the whole conversation here:
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Isaiah Hartenstein's parents played a vital role in developing his
NBA
career
Isaiah Hartenstein grew up watching his father play basketball.
His father played professional basketball in Germany while staying alone there. The family continued to live in Oregon. For a better family atmosphere, they all moved to Germany in 2008.
Talking about the father's influence, Florian told Bleacher Report in 2017, 'We had a basketball carpet in the house. We had a basketball hoop, all that kind of stuff.'
Interview met Florian en Isaiah Hartenstein
He elaborated, '[Basketball] was always part of it. And then once he came over to Germany, again he was in the gym all the time.
I had the chance to coach him after that a little bit. And so, we were a basketball family. He never really had a chance to not play."
Theresa, Isaiah's mother also pitched in the conversation saying that Isaiah preferred a ball over toys when he was a child.
If the conversation has made readers curious about Isaiah, here are some unknown facts revealed about Isaiah and his family.
FAQS about Isaiah Hartenstein
Who are Isaiah Hartenstein's parents?
Isaiah Hartenstein's father is Florian Hartenstein, who played basketball professionally in Germany and later worked as a coach.
Isaiah Hartenstein's mother is Theresa Hartenstein, who worked as a dance coach.
Isaiah owes his NBA career to his exposure to the game during his formative years, as his father had all the resources for practice and pursuit at home.
What ethnicity are Isaiah Hartenstein's parents?
Isaiah Hartenstein's father is African-American and German. Whereas his mother, Theresa, is a white American.
What is Isaiah Hartenstein's nationality?
Isaiah Hartenstein holds German nationality, per DW's report. In this report dated June 23, 2025, it is mentioned that he became the second German to win a championship when his current team, the Oklahoma City Thunder, emerged winner.
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