Magic waive Jonathan Isaac, save $6.5 million in upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Orlando Magic have waived Jonathan Isaac, saving $6.5 million against their salary cap for the 2026-27 season. Isaac, a 28-year-old forward, had a guaranteed $8 million of his $14.5 million contract. The remaining two years of his deal were non-guaranteed. Following his release, Isaac becomes an unrestricted free agent, giving him the opportunity to sign with any team that shows interest. This decision reflects the Magic's ongoing restructuring efforts and salary management strategy.
- •Isaac's contract was worth $14.5 million for 2026-27.
- •He was guaranteed $8 million before being waived.
- •Isaac is now an unrestricted free agent.
- •The decision may signal a change in the Magic's roster plans.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Magic to save $6.5 million in 2026-27 salaries after waiving Jonathan Isaac
"Magic to save $6.5 million in 2026-27 salaries after waiving Jonathan Isaac
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