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Isaiah Stewart thought he might be heading to Lakers or Wizards before Grizzlies trade

Isaiah Stewart thought he might be heading to Lakers or Wizards before Grizzlies trade
World Sports · 19:18:50 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart revealed he believed he could be traded to the Los Angeles Lakers or Washington Wizards before ultimately being dealt to the Memphis Grizzlies, according to a report from HoopsHype on Friday.

The 23-year-old forward-center, who has spent his first four NBA seasons with Detroit, said he had heard his name in trade discussions involving the Lakers and Wizards prior to the Grizzlies acquiring him.

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