Drafted sixth overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2017 NBA Draft, Jonathan Isaac is a power forward as of November 2024. In his third season, the 2019-20 season, Isaac averaged 2.3 blocks per game and 1.6 steals along with 6.8 rebounds per game. However, early in 2020, Isaac suffered an ACL injury, which caused Isaac to miss the 2020-21 and 2021-22 NBA seasons. He returned early in the 2022-23 season and played 11 games but Isaac again sustained a hamstring injury that required surgery, as he missed a third consecutive season. Finally, in the 2023/24 NBA season, Jonathan Isaac recovered and made a comeback, averaging 6.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in just 15.8 minutes per game. Looking at Isaac’s solid per 36 numbers in the 2023/24 season, Orlando Magic decided to sign him on a four-year, $59 million contract as per Spotrac.
Before the Orlando Magic drafted Isaac, he was a five-star athlete at Barron Collier High School and IMG Academy. In his collegiate season at Florida State in 2016-17, he was named ACC All-Freshman Team in 2017.
Who are Jonathan Isaac’s Siblings?
Jonathan Isaac has five siblings, including an older sister and four brothers.
Kalilah Isaac
Jonathan’s older sister, Kalilah Isaac (age 33 as of November 2024), is his only sister. As of November 2024, there is no information about her in the public domain.
Jacob Isaac
Jonathan has an older brother, Jacob Isaac (age 30 as of November 2024). As per Heavy magazine, his brother played a major role in inspiring Jonathan to pursue the sport seriously, especially as he experienced his growth spurt in high school.
Other Three Siblings
According to Heavy magazine, Jonathan’s other siblings include Joel Isaac (age 29), Winston Isaac (age 26), and Jeremiah Isaac (age 17). Though these brothers are also mentioned, limited information is available about them.
Who are Jonathan Isaac’s Parents?
Jonathan Isaac’s parents are Jackie Allen, his mother, and his father, Jacob Isaac.
Who is Jonathan Isaac's Father?
Jonathan Isaac’s father is Jacob Isaac. As per Bradenton Herald, Jacob Isaac is 6’3”. According to Jonathan, his father Jacob Isaac is a very religious man and always pays attention to the Bible and the Scriptures. In an interview with the NBA's official website, Issac said that his father loves going to church.
However, the environment they lived in New York was unsafe which is why his wife Jackie decided to move to Florida and take her son Jonathan with her. Nevertheless, Jonathan always meets up with his father Jacob whenever he visits New York. There was also a light-hearted Father’s Day Foot Locker commercial, where Jonathan Isaac mentioned his father Jacob. According to Heavy magazine, in the commercial, Jonathan thanked his father for "waking up early to go to all those far-away tournaments."
Who is Jonathan Isaac's Mother?
Jackie Allen, Jonathan Isaac's mother, has had a profound influence on his life and career. According to Heavy, she was born in St. Kitts, a Caribbean island. Seeking a safer environment for her family, she moved with Jonathan and his siblings from The Bronx, New York, to Naples, Florida, when Jonathan was 10 years old. She works as a nurse at NCH Healthcare System and studied at Ashworth College as per Heavy.
FAQs on Jonathan Issac
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A. Jonathan Isaac is 27 years old as of November 2024. He was born on October 3, 1997.
A. Jonathan Isaac is 6 feet 10 inches tall.
A. Jonathan Isaac is rated 78 in NBA2k25.
