Jonathan Isaac's most impressive performance came against the Dallas Mavericks in November. It proved the Orlando Magic forward can make a leap. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
Although the Orlando Magic were officially eliminated from Playoff contention last week, there is still a sense of unbridled optimism among the fanbase.
Yes, the team has not done a lot of winning lately. And, sure, there is a chance that the first-round pick obtained in the Nikola Vucevic deal could feasibly be outside of the lottery if the Bulls make the playoffs — or not even convey until next year if the Bulls get lucky and jump into the top four.