Minnesota Timberwolves: The pros and cons of Jonathan Isaac

Mar 16, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) drives against Florida Gulf Coast Eagles forward Marc-Eddy Norelia (25) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 16, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) drives against Florida Gulf Coast Eagles forward Marc-Eddy Norelia (25) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 25, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) looks to pass the ball while being defended by Clemson Tigers guard Shelton Mitchell (4) during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 25, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) looks to pass the ball while being defended by Clemson Tigers guard Shelton Mitchell (4) during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports

How Jonathan Isaac can be successful in the NBA

Wherever Jonathan Isaac lands, he’ll have a real shot at being a top player in the league.

In order to be successful, it’s important that Isaac works on his strength and overall toughness.

Unless he transitions into more of a wing-only player, he’ll have to add weight in order to match up with the larger bodies of the NBA.

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He is currently unafraid to rumble in the paint with bigger players, which is a good sign as far as mental toughness goes. And when it comes to weight, most skinny players manage to bulk up when they leave college to play professionally, so he should be fine there.

Another key to success is his confidence. If he stays on the current path, his confidence issues may manifest themselves in the form of a lackluster career.

His future teammates and coaching staff will be able to give him encouragement here, but ultimately it’s up to Isaac to get his head in the right place when it comes confidence.