Memphis Grizzlies pursue Isaiah Stewart amid trade exception changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:15 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Memphis Grizzlies are positioned to acquire Isaiah Stewart following a trade exception created by the deal involving Santi Aldama to Dallas. This transaction allows the team to maintain their larger $28 million trade exception from the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade. Stewart's salary technically fits the Grizzlies' nontaxpayer midlevel exception, but his additional incentives prevent such a move. The situation illustrates the complexities of roster management in the lead-up to the upcoming season.
- •Grizzlies can utilize trade exception from Aldama trade
- •Stewart has a base salary of $15 million with incentives
- •Bigger $28 million trade exception from Jackson trade remains intact
- •Acquiring Stewart could impact team dynamics
- •Roster management remains vital ahead of the season
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