Jonathan Isaac News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Out for Wednesday Isaac (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Isaac didn't play in the preseason and will sit out Sunday's contest due to left knee injury management. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Minnesota.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sitting once again Isaac (knee) is out for Friday's preseason game against Miami.

Impact Isaac has been a limited participant at training camp and did not make any appearances in the preseason. He's questionable at best ahead of Opening Night.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Friday Isaac (personal, knee) participated in Thursday's practice but is still ramping up his activity, according to Orlando Magic Daily.

Impact Isaac previously missed time during the preseason due to personal reasons but has since rejoined the team on the court. Although his participation in practice is a positive development, his status for Friday's exhibition against Miami has yet to be determined. The Magic now have their full roster participating in on-court activities.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Isaac (knee) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against Cleveland, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact The oft-injured forward is back with the team after attending to a personal matter but remains sidelined with a knee injury. Friday's exhibition against the Heat marks Isaac's last chance for preseason reps.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Isaac (knee/personal) participated in individual drills Tuesday, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Isaac has been away from the team while attending to a personal matter, though he's back ahead of Tuesday's exhibition against Cleveland. It's unclear if the 29-year-old will suit up Tuesday, as he was limited by a knee injury before missing back-to-back preseason contests for personal reasons.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Isaac (personal, knee) is out for Sunday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Isaac has been dealing with a left knee injury throughout camp, but he will miss a second straight preseason game due to personal reasons. His next chance to suit up comes Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out for personal reasons Isaac (knee) won't travel with the Magic for Wednesday's preseason opener against the Grizzlies due to personal reasons, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Isaac also wasn't spotted on the court during the media-viewing portions of Orlando's practices Monday or Tuesday. The veteran forward entered training camp limited while completing his recovery from the left knee sprain that ended his 2025-26 campaign, but his absence Wednesday is being attributed to personal reasons.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to open camp Isaac (knee) said he will be limited to open training camp, according to Orlando Magic Daily.

Impact Isaac suffered his left knee sprain late in the 2025-26 regular season and missed Orlando's entire first-round playoff series against Detroit. The veteran forward said he spent the summer rehabbing his knee and isn't fully ready for camp, though he indicated that the expectation is for him to be fine. His activity level will be worth monitoring as the preseason approaches.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando parts ways with Jonathan Isaac ahead of contract guarantee | Sporting News The Orlando Magic have officially parted ways with Jonathan Isaac, ending the former first-round pick’s injury-plagued nine-year tenure with...

JULY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returning to Orlando Isaac (knee) will return to the Magic on a one-year deal, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact The Magic waived Isaac on June 27, but there was always mutual interest in a return. Across 52 regular-season appearances during the 2025-26 campaign, Isaac produced averages of 2.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per contest before a left knee sprain sidelined him through the end of the season. He's likely going to be facing an uphill battle for playing time in 2026-27.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

NBA free agency: Norman Powell to Chicago in another All-Star move as teams continue shaping rosters

Add Norman Powell to the list of this past season’s All-Stars who are changing addresses this summer in NBA free agency

JULY 1 • Associated Press

The Latest on Jonathan Isaac's Free Agency With Magic The Orlando Magic are putting the finishing touches on their roster before the beginning of the 2026-27 campaign. One of the players that fa...

JULY 1 • SI.COM

Forgotten unicorn could be mystery-box success story signing for Hawks Jonathan Isaac has been waived by the Orlando Magic. Could Isaac be a fringe signing for the Atlanta Hawks to help mentor the young Mouhamed...

JUNE 29 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Spurs can build a terrifying defense with low-risk Jonathan Isaac gamble The Spurs could take a low-risk gamble on Jonathan Isaac and build one of the NBA's most intimidating defensive lineups.

JUNE 29 • AIRALAMO.COM

Evaluating Magic's chances to trade for Cameron Johnson The Orlando Magic and Denver Nuggets are in similar positions financially entering the 2026 offseason. After releasing Jonathan Isaac, the M...

JUNE 28 • SI.COM

Suns unable to add pair of defensive standouts to roster after getting business done early The Suns can't currently add newly available Jonathan Isaac and Keon Ellis to their roster.

JUNE 28 • VALLEYOFTHESUNS.COM

Timberwolves should avoid Jonathan Isaac bait despite roster need While the Timberwolves are in need of power forwards, they should pass on Jonathan Isaac.

JUNE 28 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Magic waive Jonathan Isaac, their No. 6 pick in the 2017 draft who battled injuries

The Orlando Magic have waived Jonathan Isaac, ending the former first-round pick’s injury-shortened time with the team

JUNE 28 • Associated Press

The Orlando Magic have waived Jonathan Isaac and the Cleveland Cavaliers should be calling | Sporting News The Cleveland Cavaliers' search for a big wing player, who can play inside and out, may be over thanks to a move by the Orlando Magic. The s...

JUNE 28 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cut loose by Orlando Isaac (knee) was waived by the Magic on Saturday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Isaac has been with the Magic since the organization selected him No. 6 overall in the 2017 NBA Draft, but he'll now depart after his effectiveness and role diminished in recent years. Across 52 regular-season appearances during the 2025-26 campaign, the 28-year-old averaged 2.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per contest before a left knee sprain sidelined him from mid-March through Orlando's Eastern Conference first-round series loss. Isaac will now look for a fresh opportunity elsewhere, and while earning a consistent role may prove challenging, his length and defensive ability may make the forward an intriguing option for teams looking to bolster frontcourt depth.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards move up in 2nd round to select Okpara after making Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft

The Washington Wizards moved up in the second round to draft Tennessee forward Felix Okpara one night after making BYU forward AJ Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft

JUNE 25 • Associated Press

Wizards cap busy week for Southeast Division teams by taking Dybantsa No. 1 overall in NBA draft

Though Washington grabbed the spotlight by making BYU forward AJ Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft Tuesday night, other Southeast Division teams made news in a busy week

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Why Magic reuniting with this free agent big could make sense The Orlando Magic have had one of the deepest frontcourt rotations in the NBA over the last few seasons. But with Jonathan Isaac's impending...

JUNE 9 • SI.COM

The Lakers' next Island of Misfit Toys addition could be their best yet Jonathan Isaac could be getting waived soon by the Orlando Magic, giving the Lakers a perfect new buy-low target in free agency.

JUNE 6 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Perfect Suns role player could be about to fall right into their lap for nothing If the Orlando Magic do waive Jonathan Isaac then the Suns must make sure they are at the front of the queue.

MAY 31 • VALLEYOFTHESUNS.COM

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NBA free agency: Norman Powell to Chicago in another All-Star move as teams continue shaping rosters

Magic waive Jonathan Isaac, their No. 6 pick in the 2017 draft who battled injuries

Wizards move up in 2nd round to select Okpara after making Dybantsa the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft

Wizards cap busy week for Southeast Division teams by taking Dybantsa No. 1 overall in NBA draft