Orlando Magic: 2017 NBA Draft grades

No. 6 — Jonathan Isaac

The Orlando Magic are hoping their quest to find an All-Star caliber player to fill the void created by dealing away Dwight Howard five summers ago is finally over.

Waiting for the Magic with the sixth overall pick was a tantalizing prospect that went to college just 250 miles away at Florida State.

Issac instantly becomes the most versatile frontcourt defender on the team, as his 6’11” frame is accompanied by a 7’1″ wingspan, providing head coach Frank Vogel with a rim protector on one end who is capable of converting from the perimeter on the other.

Only 13 other NCAA players managed to total at least 30 made shots from three-point range and reject 45 shots last season.

Unlike the five players selected prior to him, there are immediate needs that must be addressed before Isaac can make viable contributions in the NBA.

The 19-year-old addressed the concerns about his weight, since he is only 205 pounds as he transitions into professional basketball.

“I definitely got to get stronger, that’s the first thing that I’ve got to focus on,” Isaac said during ESPN’s broadcast of the 2017 NBA Draft. “I’m going to gain weight, but my first thing is getting stronger.”

Perhaps no player has more upside than Isaac, as he provides the size of a center at the small forward position.

Shortly after being selected by the Magic, Isaac announced he will be wearing perhaps the most storied number in franchise history.

Both Anfernee Hardaway and Tracy McGrady wore No. 1 during their time with the organization.

Orlando is hoping Isaac develops into a player capable of guarding four or five positions, giving Vogel plenty of opportunities to employ new defensive schemes.

As the league continues to emphasize rim protection and three-point acumen, few players were able to make significant contributions on both ends.

Only 20 players totaled at least 50 made three-point field goals and blocked 50 shots last season. Serge Ibaka became the first player in franchise history to accomplish the feat, but he was dealt at the trade deadline as Orlando slipped out of playoff contention.

The Magic are hoping Isaac can reach those levels multiple times during his career.

During his lone season with the Seminoles, Isaac shot 50.8 percent from the field, 78 percent at the foul line and connected on 34.8 percent of his attempts from three-point range. Isaac led the team in blocks and rebounds, while ranking second in scoring and steals.

Orlando scored 103.7 points per game, the second-fewest in the league, but the addition of Isaac may generate additional scoring options from every spot on the floor.

Grade: B+