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Kansas' Josh Jackson may be the 2017 NBA draft's top forward, but teams selecting in the Nos. 3-8 range—plus anyone looking to trade up—must also debate between Duke's Jayson Tatum and Florida State's Jonathan Isaac as well.

Based on their strengths, Tatum and Isaac each could fill needs for the Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic, Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks. That said, they also tout contrasting selling points.

Tatum was the bigger scorer on the better team. His workload was heavier and his offensive production was greater. Scouts saw him cook a lot more than Isaac, who took 109 fewer shots on the season.

But Isaac was the more efficient player, albeit having less responsibility. His flashes were just as exciting as Tatum's, even if they occurred less frequently.

When analyzing physical tools, athleticism and personality, teams must now decide to what degree Isaac's flashes become consistent occurrences, or whether Tatum's advanced skills give him the edge.