The Sixer Sense
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Re-drafting the 2017 NBA Draft lottery

By Christopher Kline

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 22: Potential top draftees Lonzo Ball (L), Markelle Fultz (C) and De'Aaron Fox (R) look on before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2017 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 22: Potential top draftees Lonzo Ball (L), Markelle Fultz (C) and De'Aaron Fox (R) look on before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2017 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /
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Pick Analysis. SF/PF. 34. Scouting Report. Florida State. Jonathan Isaac. 10. player

Isaac has only played in 15 games this season due to injury. He’s another one of my top-five guys who drops out due to the depth of this year’s class.

In his brief time on the court, Isaac has done a lot of what made him a lottery pick last season. He fits the stretch four archetype perfectly, while his energy on the glass and defensive versatility gives him a strong floor. His shot is still a bit inconsistent, but it should come around eventually.

The defensive side of the ball was always the root of Isaac’s appeal, even if it wasn’t talked about enough. Somebody who can switch between three positions and cover the perimeter at 6-foot-11 holds a lot of value, while his weakside shot blocking was an underrated attribute at FSU. The Blazers essentially upgrade their Zach Collins pick here.