James Wiseman: Detroit Pistons center, former Memphis Tigers basketball star

Lakers forward Anthony Davis is defended by Pistons center James Wiseman in the first half on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in Los Angeles.

Pistons center James Wiseman grabs a rebound in the first half against the Lakers on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, at Little Caesars Arena.

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman blocks out Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey after a free throw during the second half at Little Caesars Arena, Oct. 30, 2022.

Oct 25, 2022; Phoenix, Ariz., U.S.; Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (15) has his shot blocked by Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) during the first quarter at Footprint Center.

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman addresses the crowd at Memphis East High School as the Mustangs retire their former basketball star's jersey on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022.

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman poses for photos at Memphis East High School as the Mustangs retire their former basketball star's jersey on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022.

Mar 4, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton in the first half at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman dunks against Detroit Pistons guard Delon Wright during the second half at Little Caesars Arena, Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman dunks the ball over Oregon Ducks forward Shakur Juiston during their game at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman prepares with his teammates to take on the Oregon Ducks before their game at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman is defended by Oregon Ducks forward Chandler Lawson during their game at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman checks out of the game against the Oregon Ducks at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman dunks the ball against the Oregon Ducks during their game at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman grabs a rebound next to teammate Lester Quinones during their game against the Oregon Ducks at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman battles for a rebound against the UIC Flames at the FedExForum on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman blocks a shot by UIC Flames forward Travell Washington at the FedExForum on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019. Earlier in this week, Wiseman was declared ineligible by the NCAA according to his attorney.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman checks in the game as they take on the UIC Flames at the FedExForum on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019. Earlier in this week, Wiseman was declared ineligible by the NCAA according to his attorney.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman celebrates a 3-pointer by his team against the South Carolina State Bulldogsat the FedExForum on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman shoots the ball over South Carolina State Bulldogs foward Ian Kinard during their game at the FedExForum on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman walks off the court after their season opening 97-64 win over the South Carolina State Bulldogs at the FedExForum on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman drives past South Carolina State Bulldogs forward Aramani Hill during their game at the FedExForum on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman walks off the court after their game against Christian Brothers at the FedExForum on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman is interviewed by the American Digital Network during the AAC basketball media day in Philadelphia, Pa. on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019.

The Memphis Tigers including James Wiseman (32) warm up Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, during the team's pro day at Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on the University of Memphis campus.

James Wiseman dunks the ball during Memphis Madness held Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman takes a selfie with fans after practice at the Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman dunks the ball during practice at the Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman blocks the ball during practice at the Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019.

James Wiseman dunks the ball during Memphis Madness held Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.

James Wiseman reaches as high as he can while testing his standing vertical leap Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, during the team's pro day at Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on the University of Memphis campus.

James Wiseman enters the arena during Memphis Madness held Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.

Memphis Basketball center James Wiseman takes a break during practice at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar hotel in Nassau, Bahamas on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019.

Memphis Basketball center James Wiseman prepares to get out on a paddle board from the beach at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar hotel in Nassau, Bahamas on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019.

Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman warms up to start practice at the Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019.

James Wiseman receives Memphis artwork during at pep rally at East High School on James Wiseman Day on May 25, 2019.

James Wiseman, winner of three awards at the 2019 Commercial Appeal Sports Awards including Boys Basketball Player of the Year and Male Athlete of the Year, poses with Anthony Miller backstage at The Orpheum on Friday, May 17, 2019.

West Team's James Wiseman (32) grabs a rebound with Matthew Hurt (middle) and the East's Trenton Watford at the McDonald's All-American Game on March 27, 2019, in Atlanta.

Memphis freshman James Wiseman (32) grabs a rebound during during the McDonald's All-American Game in Atlanta on March 27, 2019.

The West's James Wiseman (32) shoots a free throw during the McDonalds All-American Game in Atlanta on March 27, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman dunks the ball on a fast break against Bearden during the Class AAA boys basketball state championship game at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Saturday, March 16, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman walks off the court after fouling out in their game against Bearden during the Class AAA boys basketball state championship at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Saturday, March 16, 2019.

Memphis East's Malcolm Dandridge, right, holds James Wiseman as he shows his emotion while the Mustangs fall 83-68 to Bearden during the Class AAA boys basketball state championship game at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Saturday, March 16, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman dunks the ball against Brentwood during the Class AAA boys basketball state semifinal at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Friday, March 15, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman battles for position with Brentwood's Ben Mills during the Class AAA boys basketball state semifinal at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Friday, March 15, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman defends a shot by Brentwood's Preston Moore during the Class AAA boys basketball state semifinal at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Friday, March 15, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman dunks the ball against Cleveland during the TSSAA Division I basketball state tournament at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Thursday, March 14, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman is introduced before their game against Cleveland during the TSSAA Division I basketball state tournament at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Thursday, March 14, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman celebrates his dunk while teammate Antonio Thomas joins in to celebrate his assist on the play against Whitehaven during their Region 8AAA Championship game at Collierville High School on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman dribbles behind his back, trying to break away from against Whitehaven's Devine Owens during their Region 8AAA Championship game at Collierville High School on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019.

East’s James Wiseman shoots the ball against Whitehaven at Memphis Central High School Friday, Feb. 15, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman grabs a rebound against Holy Spirit during the Memphis Hoopfest at Briarcrest Christian School on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019.

Memphis East's James Wiseman shoots the ball over Holy Spirit's Ahmir Langlais during the Memphis Hoopfest at Briarcrest Christian School on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019.

James Wiseman and Trendon Waford pose after winning co-MVP awards at the Hotbed Classic

November 20 2018 - James Wiseman, the No. 1 college basketball recruit in the country, smiles after committing to Memphis. The 7-foot East center averaged 17 points and nine rebounds a year ago in helping lead the Mustangs to a Class AAA state championship.

East Memphis Mustangs forward James Wiseman (32) shoots over Olive Branch Conquistadors guards Kyron Pleas (11) in the first half during a game Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 at the Landers Center in Southaven, Miss.

East Memphis Mustangs forward James Wiseman (32) dunks in the first half during a game against the Olive Branch Conquistadors Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 at the Landers Center in Southaven Miss.

November 20 2018 - James Wiseman, the No. 1 college basketball recruit in the country, smiles after committing to Memphis. The 7-foot East center averaged 17 points and nine rebounds a year ago in helping lead the Mustangs to a Class AAA state championship.

Bluff City Legends' James Wiseman in a game against the Oakland Soldiers on July 12, 2018, at the Peach Jam.

James Wiseman cuts a piece of net in the East High School gymnasium for himself as members of Penny Hardaway's championship basketball team gather for a rally to recognize their national ranking by MaxPreps.

Bluff City Legends center James Wiseman (right) grabs a rebound against the PSA Cardinals during their Nike EYBL game in Dallas, Texas.

Bluff City Legends center James Wiseman (left) applies defensive pressure to PSA Cardinals guard Cole Anthony (right) during their Nike EYBL game in Dallas, Texas.

Bluff City Legends center James Wiseman (top) dunks over the PSA Cardinals defense during their Nike EYBL game in Dallas, Texas.

Bluff City Legends forward James Wiseman (top) fights for a rebound against NY Lighting forward Fredelin Castro (bottom) during their Nike EYBL game in Dallas, Texas.

James Wiseman (32) from Memphis East scores against Whitehaven during their AAA championship game on March 17, 2018, at the Murphy Center Complex in Murfreesboro.

Anthony Whitmore (#13) from Whitehaven attempts a shot under pressure from Malcolm Dandridge (#35) and James Wiseman (#32) during their AAA championship game on March 17, 2018, at the Murphy Center Complex in Murfreesboro.

Memphis East's James Wiseman (32) dunks during a Division I Class AAA semifinals game between Bearden and Memphis East at the TSSAA boys state basketball championships at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on Friday, March 16, 2018.

Memphis East's James Wiseman (32) goes for a layup during a Division I Class AAA semifinals game between Bearden and Memphis East at the TSSAA boys state basketball championships at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on Friday, March 16, 2018.

Memphis East's James Wiseman (32) reacts after a play during a Division I Class AAA semifinals game between Bearden and Memphis East at the TSSAA boys state basketball championships at the Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on Friday, March 16, 2018.

Memphis East’s James Wiseman (32) dunks the ball during the game against Blackman in the quarterfinals of the TSSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at MTSU.

Blackman’s Trent Gibson (33) goes up for a shot as Memphis East's James Wiseman (32) defends him during the quarterfinals of the TSSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at MTSU.

James Wiseman of Memphis East goes to the basket against Lakewood Ranch’s Jack Kelley during the Culligan City of Palms Classic at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on Tuesday. East Memphis won 76-58

Team Penny forward James Wiseman (left) drives for a fastbreak layup against Nike Team Florida at the July 2017 Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C.

Ensworth's James Wiseman elevates for a jump shot on Jan. 31, 2017, at Brentwood Academy.