Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Modest production continues
Rotowire
Stewart produced 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 20 minutes during Friday's 126-110 win over the Grizzlies.
Stewart continues to serve up adequate production, although given the current injury situation in Detroit, managers have likely been disappointed. Despite Ausar Thompson's absence due to an ankle injury, Stewart's playing time has remained steady. In seven games over the past two weeks, he has been nothing more than a top-160 player, averaging 10.4 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 22.5 minutes per contest over that stretch.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Empty performance in loss
Rotowire
Stewart chipped in 10 points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT) and four rebounds across 20 minutes during Saturday's 107-105 loss to the Nets.
Stewart struggled to find any rhythm, failing to take advantage of what could have been a favorable situation. With Ausar Thompson (ankle) set to miss at least a handful of games, Stewart could find himself moving up in the rotation. While he didn't start Saturday, he could certainly be called upon to move into the opening five should the matchup call for some additional size. Despite this performance, he should at least be on the radar as a short-term addition.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Posts loaded line in loss
Rotowire
Stewart posted 18 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Thursday's 121-106 loss to the Spurs.
Jalen Duren was limited to 12 minutes in this matchup, but Stewart made the most of his time. The 18-point output was his best scoring mark since Jan. 7, when he had a season-high 31 points in a win over the Bulls. He's now recorded tallies in each of the five major categories in his two outings since returning from a seven-game suspension and should continue to deliver quality minutes off the bench for Detroit. However, his fantasy impact won't be very high due to the nature of his second-unit role.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Returns to action
Rotowire
Stewart ended Tuesday's 113-109 loss to the Cavaliers with four points (2-4 FG), two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 22 minutes.
This was Stewart's first game back in action after serving his seven-game suspension. He reprised his role as the backup center, pushing Paul Reed completely out of the rotation. Across 49 regular-season appearances, Stewart holds averages of 9.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.7 blocks.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Suspended seven games
Rotowire
Stewart will be suspended for seven games for his involvement in an altercation with Charlotte's Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate on Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
The Pistons were anticipating a lengthy suspension and got one for their backup center after he left the bench to aggressively charge Bridges and Diabate. Jalen Duren will be suspended for a pair of games, making Paul Reed a decent pickup in fantasy hoops for the short term. Stewart will be eligible to return against the Cavaliers on March 3.
Stewart was ejected during the third quarter of Monday's game against Charlotte for his involvement in an altercation, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports. He recorded two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) in 11 minutes before exiting.
Stewart appeared to get into it with Miles Bridges, and there could be additional discipline handed down after league officials review the footage further. Stewart and Jalen Duren were ejected with 7:09 remaining in the third, leaving Detroit dangerously thin in the frontcourt.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Retreating to bench Monday
Rotowire
Stewart is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Charlotte.
Stewart started in the frontcourt over the previous two games but will return to a bench role Monday with Jalen Duren (knee) cleared to play. Overall, Stewart has come off the bench in 34 of his 47 appearances this season, averaging 9.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 assists in 22.2 minutes per contest as a reserve.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Joins starters Thursday
Rotowire
Stewart is starting Thursday's game against the Wizards.
Stewart will step into the starting five with Tobias Harris (hip) out of commission. Stewart impressed in his last start Jan. 7 against Chicago, ending the night with 31 points, three rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks in 30 minutes.
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Across-the-board production
Rotowire
Stewart totaled 11 points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 124-121 win over the Nuggets.
Stewart chipped in across most major categories, turning in another serviceable performance. After a hot start to the season, Stewart has settled into a 22-minute per-night role, averaging 10.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 14 games over the past month. As long as Jalen Duren is healthy, Stewart should only be looked at as a specialist streamer for blocks.
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Pops for 16 points in loss
Rotowire
Stewart closed with 16 points (7-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Friday's 111-104 loss to the Rockets.
Stewart dropped 16 points, the most he has scored in his past five appearances. Despite playing a consistent role off the bench, Stewart has been inconsistent, particularly on the offensive end of the floor. With season averages of 10.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.9 blocks, he should be viewed as more of a stream-level player as opposed to someone who needs to be rostered.
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Blocks two shots in 22 minutes
Rotowire
Stewart chipped in four points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and two blocks across 22 minutes during Thursday's 108-105 victory over Phoenix.
Stewart wasn't all that involved in the offense in his return from a one-game absence, but he still came through with the defensive stats. Stewart ranks second in total blocks (72) this season, so he's worth rostering in most fantasy leagues as a shot-blocking specialist.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Upgraded to available
Rotowire
Stewart (illness) is available for Thursday's game against the Suns.
As expected, the Pistons have upgraded Stewart from probable to available despite an illness. With Tobias Harris (hip) also cleared to play, Stewart is set to ride with the second unit. Stewart has averaged 9.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.9 blocks in 22.0 minutes per contest across 23 appearances as a reserve this year.
... See More... See Less
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Probable for Thursday
Rotowire
Stewart (illness) is probable for Thursday's game against the Suns.
Stewart is likely to return from a one-game absence due to an illness. With Tobias Harris (hip) probable for Thursday, Stewart is likely to come off the bench. Stewart has averaged 9.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.9 blocks in 22.0 minutes per tilt through 23 games off the bench this season.
