Isaiah Stewart confronts Pelicans after Grizzlies’ first loss in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 4:44 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 135-134 on November 2, 2026, handing the Grizzlies their first loss of the season. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Following the game, Isaiah Stewart expressed discontent with the Pelicans' celebration, particularly reacting to bench players Derik Queen and Trendon Watford. As tensions escalated, coaches intervened to separate the players, and both teams are scheduled to meet again in less than two weeks in New Orleans.
- •Grizzlies suffer first loss to Pelicans in overtime.
- •Zion Williamson scores 25 points and grabs 11 rebounds.
- •Isaiah Stewart reacts strongly to Pelicans' post-game celebration.
- •Game features significant tensions between players.
- •Teams will play again soon in New Orleans.
- 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Stewart was ready to fight Pelicans after Grizzlies’ first loss
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