Detroit Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis Grizzlies

The Detroit Pistons continue to shuffle pieces in preparation for an offseason that proves crucial for the franchise's future. The team has agreed to trade center Isaiah Stewart to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for three future second-round Draft picks.

The move marks the departure of one of Detroit's key frontcourt players in recent seasons. The 25-year-old Stewart had an impressive 2025-26 campaign coming off the bench, finishing seventh in the voting for the Sixth Man of the Year award.

The big man averaged 10 points on a solid 55% field goal shooting, in addition to five rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game. His performance was instrumental in the Pistons surpassing 60 wins for the first time in two decades and finishing the regular season as the top team in the Eastern Conference.

Despite their successful regular season, Detroit was unable to carry over their dominance into the playoffs and was eliminated in the conference semifinals by the fourth-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers.

From an economic standpoint, Stewart's departure allows Pistons' President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon to gain flexibility in building the roster during the summer. The center still had two years and $30 million guaranteed on his contract, along with a team option for the 2027-28 season.

The franchise now faces significant decisions in the market, with several key players nearing free agency. Among them are Jalen Duren, Tobias Harris, and Kevin Huerter, names that could shape the team's competitive rebuilding efforts.

Meanwhile, Memphis continues to stockpile young talent in their frontcourt. Stewart will join a promising rotation that includes the third overall pick, Cameron Boozer, the 21st pick, Karim Lopez — also acquired from Detroit in a deal on Tuesday — and towering 7'3" Zach Edey, whose last season was limited to just 11 games due to ankle surgeries.

Second Pistons-Grizzlies Trade

The move comes just a day after the Pistons and Grizzlies engaged in another trade during the Draft night. Detroit moved up from the 21st pick to the 17th to select Stanford guard Ebuka Okorie, sending Memphis three second-round picks.

Now, the Grizzlies precisely return three second-round selections to the Pistons to acquire Stewart, a deal that benefits both franchises: Memphis adds experience and toughness to its frontcourt rotation, while Detroit gains flexibility to navigate a summer filled with strategic decisions.

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