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The Orlando Magic announced they have waived forward Jonathan Isaac after his 328-game run with the team, where he averaged 6.8 PPG and 4.5 RPG, and he sat out last season’s playoffs due to a left knee strain. The release also outlines the Magic’s 2026 NBA Summer League schedule in Las Vegas, with play beginning July 9 and running through July 19.
Orlando Magic officially waived Jonathan Isaac, extracting $8M of guaranteed money from his $14.5M 2026-27 salary and weighing cap-relief options such as stretching the $8M across seven years (which would ease the tax hit but block a new deal until the agreement ends) or keeping the guarantee on the books; the team appears to lean away from stretching. Isaac, 28, had a limited role this season after knee injuries, averaging 2.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10 minutes over 52 games, and his departure creates four standard contract openings as Orlando reorganizes around new pieces.
Orlando Magic wrap up the 2025-26 season after a 3-1 playoff collapse, triggering a difficult offseason focused on cap space and roster reshaping. The team is weighing moves for three veterans: Jonathan Isaac, who is owed $14.5M in 2026-27 but has injury-plagued, limited minutes and a declining role; Jalen Suggs, a positive contributor with four years and $115M left but injury history and inconsistent shooting threaten his value; and Moritz Wagner, whose injuries and crowded frontcourt (with Wendell Carter Jr. and Goga Bitadze) make him expendable to free up cap space. The goal is to improve depth and cap flexibility to better support Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner going forward.
Orlando Magic star Jonathan Isaac criticized the White House for recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday, accusing them of promoting division and intentionally causing anger. His comments echoed those of Donald Trump and other political figures, who accused the White House of disrespecting Easter. Isaac later clarified his remarks, acknowledging the importance of recognizing the trans community while emphasizing the significance of Easter. The White House released a statement reaffirming its commitment to equality and support for transgender Americans. Isaac has previously been critical of vaccine mandates and gained attention for standing during the national anthem while his teammates knelt in 2020.
The Orlando Magic are finally unleashing their identity as a team built on size and versatility, with Jonathan Isaac proving to be the key to unlocking their defensive potential. Their jumbo lineup, featuring players like Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero, Jonathan Isaac, and Wendell Carter, proved to be a formidable force that shut down the Minnesota Timberwolves and secured a 108-106 win. With Isaac back in the lineup, the Magic's defensive prowess and ability to switch seamlessly are on full display, making them a tough team to crack and a dangerous force in the NBA.
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac discussed his decision to stand during the national anthem in the NBA's Orlando "bubble" and his choice not to get a COVID-19 vaccine in a recent interview. Isaac explained that he wanted to offer another solution and didn't feel comfortable kneeling or wearing a Black Lives Matter T-shirt. He emphasized the need for unity and love between people of different races. Isaac also expressed concerns about the hostility towards the unvaccinated and cited his understanding of the science and his previous COVID-19 infection as reasons for his decision.