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Isaiah Stewart was ready to fight Pelicans after Grizzlies’ first loss

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Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 4:44 AM

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Isaiah Stewart confronted New Orleans Pelicans players over their celebrations following the Memphis Grizzlies' first loss.
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 135-134 in an overtime contest.
Zion Williamson recorded 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Derik Queen scored 20 points off the bench.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Isaiah Stewart confronted members of the New Orleans Pelicans following a 135-134 overtime defeat on Monday night. Stewart grew agitated over the post-game celebrations from Pelicans players Derik Queen and Trendon Watford after Memphis suffered its first loss of the season.

Derik Queen had scored 20 points off the bench for New Orleans, while Zion Williamson led the team with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Coaches and teammates, including Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer, intervened to separate Stewart before any physical altercation took place.

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