Magic's Jonathan Isaac expected to play Monday after missing two seasons
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac is expected to play in his first game since August 2020 on Monday night versus the Boston Celtics, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic.
After missing over two NBA seasons, Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac is expected to make his return and season debut on Monday vs. Boston, source tells @TheAthletic @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 22, 2023
Isaac tore the ACL in his left knee in August 2020 but had a setback during rehabilitation as he injured his right hamstring that required an additional surgery in March 2022. Earlier this month, he was able to work his way back to play with the Lakeland Magic, the Magic's G League affiliate.
The 25-year-old has only played 136 games after being taken with the 6th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. When has has played, the 6'10" forward has averaged 9.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game.