2017 NBA Mock Draft: Who Each Lottery Team Should Pick
4. Phoenix Suns: Jonathan Isaac, PF/SF
Team needs: Power forward production, defending without fouling, three-point shooting
With sexier names like Jayson Tatum, De'Aaron Fox and Malik Monk still on the board, this one might come as a surprise, but Isaac is a perfect fit for the Phoenix Suns. His presence wouldn't affect the growth of Devin Booker and would provide versatility at the three and four spots, where T.J. Warren and Marquese Chriss currently preside.
This season, the Suns were a net negative of 6.1 PER in comparison to opposing teams at the power forward position. Now, it's hard to blame a 19-year-old Chriss, especially when you consider his positive development throughout the season (9.2 points and 4.2 rebounds in 21.3 per contest). On the other hand, his 7.2 fouls per 100 possessions and 32.1% shooting from three are a major concern.
As is evident from their 100.3 pace and 107.7 points per game, Phoenix is looking to run and score the ball in the mold of the "seven seconds or less" Suns squads. Chriss' lack of shooting could be an issue there, but Isaac's 34.8% would be a slight improvement. As for defense, Isaac posted a DBPM of 6.2 with merely 4.6 fouls per 100 possessions in his time with the Seminoles. If nothing else, having Isaac in his rearview mirror might push Chriss to greater heights.