JONATHAN ISAAC NEWS

Analysis: Early returns say so far, so good for NBA bubble

So far, so good

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jonathan Isaac suffers torn ACL The worst fears were confirmed for the Magic’s promising forward

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ORLANDOPINSTRIPEDPOST.COM

MRI confirms torn left ACL Isaac (knee) was diagnosed with a torn left ACL after undergoing an MRI following Sunday's 132-116 win over the Kings, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Playing in his second game in seven months after previously suffering a severe sprain of the same knee, Isaac will now miss the remainder of the 2019-20 season as a result of the devastating setback. While the NBA has yet to unveil its schedule for the 2020-21 season, his rehab will more than likely keep him out for the bulk of the upcoming campaign, as well. Prior to the initial injury, Isaac had emerged as one of the most improved players in the league, particularly on the defensive end. He'll wrap up his third season in the NBA with averages of 2.3 blocks and 1.6 steals in 28.8 minutes per game.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

‘We all love him to death’: Jonathan Isaac’s latest knee injury hits Magic hard Isaac reinjured his left knee during the fourth quarter of the Magic's victory over the Kings on Sunday.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sacramento Kings 116 Orlando Magic 132: Dominant win overshadowed by Isaac’s injury The Magic once again dominated against the Sacramento Kings, but leave with a dark cloud over the team following another injury to Jonathan...

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ORLANDOPINSTRIPEDPOST.COM

Jonathan Isaac wheelchaired off court after apparent knee injury Jonathan Isaac left the Magic's game in a wheelchair on Sunday. Up by 28 with just about nine minutes left in Sunday's game against the Sacr...

AUGUST 3, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Magic's Jonathan Isaac Leaves Court in Wheelchair After Apparent Knee Injury Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac was wheelchaired off the court during Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings after suffering an app...

AUGUST 3, 2020 • BLEACHERREPORT.COM

Jonathan Isaac Exits Game with Knee Injury | SLAM Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac, who returned to action after missing nearly eight months of action with a devastating knee injury, collapsed with

AUGUST 3, 2020 • SLAMONLINE.COM

Leaves court in wheelchair Isaac departed Sunday's game against the Kings in a wheelchair after appearing to re-injure his left knee, Tim Bontemps of ESPN reports.

Impact Isaac had already missed significant time this season after originally injuring his left knee back in January, and his return for the restart was somewhat of a surprise. The Florida State product appeared healthy during scrimmages, and he was coming off of a 16-point, six-rebound effort in Friday's win over Brooklyn. The Magic have not yet clarified the extent of the injury, but given how it looked -- as well as Isaac's history -- it's difficult to imagine the forward taking the court again in 2020-21.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Facing 16-minute restriction Orlando coach Steve Clifford said Isaac will come off the bench and face a roughly 16-minute restriction Sunday against the Kings, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Though Isaac dazzled in 16 minutes (16 points on 6-for-7 shooting from the field, six rebounds and one steal) during Friday's win over the Nets, the Magic aren't eager to increase his workload just yet after he returned from a seven-month absence due to a severe knee sprain. James Ennis will continue to start at forward alongside Aaron Gordon, but if he avoids any setbacks, Isaac should replace Ennis on the top unit before the Magic's seeding games conclude.

AUGUST 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Magic’s Jonathan Isaac is first player to stand for anthem in NBA bubble Isaac's decision was not a surprise to his teammates; he revealed it in a team meeting earlier in the week.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • TAMPABAY.COM

Jonathan Isaac explains why he stood during national anthem Isaac became the first NBA player to stand during the anthem during the restart

JULY 31, 2020 • ORLANDOPINSTRIPEDPOST.COM

Magic's Isaac defends decision to stand, not wear BLM shirt during anthem As the rest of his teammates and the opposing Brooklyn Nets all chose to kneel during the playing of the national anthem Friday, Orlando Mag...

JULY 31, 2020 • THESCORE.COM

Magic beat Nets 128-118 in restart opener, move up to 7th

Evan Fournier scored 24 points, Nikola Vucevic had 22 and the Orlando Magic picked up where they left off before the NBA season was suspended, routing the Brooklyn Nets 128-118 in...

JULY 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Magic's Jonathan Isaac Is Lone Player to Stand for Anthem Jonathan Isaac of the Orlando Magic stood for the national anthem before his team’s game against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, the lone playe...

JULY 31, 2020 • NYTIMES.COM

Popovich, Isaac choose to stand for anthem in NBA bubble

Jonathan Isaac of the Orlando Magic stood for the national anthem before his team’s game against the Brooklyn Nets, the first player to not kneel as the song was performed

JULY 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays excellent in return Isaac posted 16 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes during Friday's 128-118 win over the Nets.

Impact Isaac played his first regular-season game since Jan. 1 on Friday, and he looked excellent in limited action. He missed just one shot all game and hit two three-pointers, which he had only done six times prior this season. Look for him to see a little more run when the Magic face the Kings on Sunday.

JULY 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

To see limited action Isaac (knee) will play off the bench Friday against the Nets, but his minutes will be limited, Nick Friedell of ESPN reports.

Impact The Magic continue to be cautious with Isaac, who is working his way back from the knee injury that had kept him out since Jan. 1. He looked great in the team's final scrimmage earlier in the week, but coach Steve Clifford told the media that Isaac's workload "won't be significant" in his return to real game action.

JULY 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Friday Coach Steve Clifford said he believes Isaac (knee) is going to play Friday against the Nets, but he continues to evaluate him day to day, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 22-year-old played in Monday's scrimmage against the Nuggets and saw only seven minutes off the bench, but he was incredibly active with 13 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, two steals and one assist. However, Clifford doesn't want to commit to Isaac being available ahead of time as he returns from the left knee sprain. The young forward is expected to play Friday -- and likely will have a minutes restriction if he does -- but he should officially be considered questionable.

JULY 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Isaac’s return impacts the Magic in more ways than one Even with just seven minutes of playing time, Isaac’s presence was felt on and off the court

JULY 29, 2020 • ORLANDOPINSTRIPEDPOST.COM

Brooklyn and Orlando match up to return to NBA play

The Brooklyn Nets and the Orlando Magic meet to resume the NBA season

JULY 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Twitter reacts to the return of Jonathan Isaac Isaac played only seven minutes but he sure did a lot

JULY 28, 2020 • ORLANDOPINSTRIPEDPOST.COM

Thrives off bench in return Isaac (knee) exploded for 13 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, two steals, and one assist in just seven minutes off the bench during Monday's 114-110 win over the N...

Impact This was Isaac's first game since New Year's Day but, considering how good he looked, he is pumped and ready to go for the season opener Friday against the Nets. He is expected to have a regular role in the rotation, but he might come off the bench given the fact he hasn't played an official game in almost seven months.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

What does Jonathan Isaac’s shockingly good performance Monday mean for Orlando? In his first game in seven months, Isaac needed just seven minutes to score 13 points and collect seven rebounds.

JULY 28, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

What does Jonathan Isaac’s shockingly good performance Monday mean for Orlando? In his first game in seven months, Isaac needed just seven minutes to score 13 points and collect seven rebounds.

JULY 28, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM