Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Grizzlies for future draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Detroit Pistons have traded center Isaiah Stewart to the Memphis Grizzlies for three future second-round draft picks during the 2026 NBA Draft. This trade follows weeks of speculation surrounding Stewart's future with the team, which last season concluded with a strong 60-22 record. By moving Stewart, the Pistons aim to create financial flexibility and enhance their roster, particularly around Cade Cunningham. The Grizzlies reinforce their frontcourt with Stewart, a 25-year-old player known for his toughness and defensive skills.
- •Pistons traded Isaiah Stewart for three future second-round picks.
- •Stewart was the longest-tenured player on the Pistons roster.
- •Detroit aims to improve financial flexibility and offensive talent around Cade Cunningham.
- •Stewart averaged 10.0 points and 5.0 rebounds last season.
- •Grizzlies add frontcourt depth with Stewart's physical style of play.
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit reportedly trades Isaiah Stewart to Memphis for three second-round picks
- 2:47 AMESPN — Sources: Pistons trading Stewart to Grizzlies
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Pistons reportedly trade C Isaiah Stewart to Grizzlies in exchange for multiple second-round draft picks
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Pistons Trade Isaiah Stewart During 2026 NBA Draft
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis Grizzlies in salary dump
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Stewart trade details: Grizzlies acquire rugged Pistons big man in deal for three second-round picks
"Detroit Pistons are trading backup center Isaiah Stewart, their longest-tenured player, to the Memphis Grizzlies for three future second-round picks.
"The Pistons are trading center/forward Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies for three future second-round picks, sources said.
"This is about clearing salary and a roster spot for the Pistons, who want to go get another shot creator.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 4:05 AMDetroit reportedly trades Isaiah Stewart to Memphis for three second-round picks
This is about clearing salary and a roster spot for the Pistons, who want to go get another shot creator.
- ESPNJun 25, 2026, 2:47 AMSources: Pistons trading Stewart to Grizzlies
The Pistons are trading center/forward Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies for three future second-round picks, sources said.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:17 AMPistons reportedly trade C Isaiah Stewart to Grizzlies in exchange for multiple second-round draft picks
The Pistons are making moves.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:17 AMDetroit Pistons Trade Isaiah Stewart During 2026 NBA Draft
The Detroit Pistons traded Isaiah Stewart to the Memphis Grizzlies.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:17 AMDetroit Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis Grizzlies in salary dump
Detroit Pistons are trading backup center Isaiah Stewart, their longest-tenured player, to the Memphis Grizzlies for three future second-round picks.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:12 AMIsaiah Stewart trade details: Grizzlies acquire rugged Pistons big man in deal for three second-round picks
Draft day 2 trade for Detroit and Memphis.
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