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Dallas Mavericks Receive: F/C Jonathan Isaac

Having already indulged in fantasy in this piece, let’s have a chat about what a healthy version of Jonathan Isaac may look like.

Realistically, it all starts with defense. If Isaac could get his body right, he’d likely compete for the Defensive Player of the Year award every season. If that feels hyperbolic to you, go watch the tape.

Isaac’s lateral mobility and quickness at 6’11 is unworldly. Add in his elite wingspan, and it’s easy to picture the best defender in the NBA. Is he a big man who can dominate in switches, or a wing who can protect the rim?

Yes and yes. Isaac’s versatility on that end is as elite as you’ll find. Offensively, he could be a star if his three-pointer fell consistently.

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Even if it doesn’t, he’s a strong ball-handler who can leverage his agility to create havoc in transition.

There are no questions about Isaac’s game. Unfortunately, the myriad of concerns about his body will outweigh his strengths for some. Should Dallas spare a first-round pick to incur the risk of rostering him.