Isaiah Stewart Reportedly Traded to Grizzlies, Full Pistons Return & Updated Salary Cap Revealed
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Key Points:
- The Detroit Pistons have traded forward/center Isaiah Stewart to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for three future second-round draft picks, providing Detroit with salary cap relief.
- Stewart averaged 10.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game during the 2025-26 season, contributing to the Pistons' 60-win season and first-place finish in the Eastern Conference.
- Despite his regular-season contributions, Stewart saw limited playing time in the playoffs, averaging only 11.8 minutes and 4.0 points per game over 14 postseason games.
- Drafted 16th overall in 2020, Stewart was acquired by Detroit after initial selection by Portland and signed a four-year, $64 million extension before the 2023-24 season.
- The Memphis Grizzlies aim to strengthen their rebuild with Stewart’s physical presence and size, hoping he will help improve the team’s performance after recent down years.
