Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart has once again found himself in the spotlight, but for all the wrong reasons. During last night’s game against the Indiana Pacers, Stewart was ejected after committing a flagrant-2 foul on Pacers center Thomas Bryant. This incident marks yet another chapter in Stewart’s growing list of on-court altercations and controversial behavior.
The altercation occurred in the second quarter when Stewart forcefully shoved Bryant to the ground. The referees immediately reviewed the play and determined it to be a flagrant-2 foul, leading to Stewart’s ejection. Bryant was visibly upset and had to be restrained by his teammates as Stewart made his way to the locker room.
BREAKING: Isaiah Stewart has been ejected. 😳
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) January 30, 2025
Isaiah Stewart is INSANE bruh lmaoo
Look at what he’s doing towards the Pacers bench 😭😭😭pic.twitter.com/HQXKzp2Om1
— Hater Report (@HaterReport_) January 30, 2025
This isn’t the first time Stewart has been involved in such incidents. Earlier this season, he was ejected from a game against the Milwaukee Bucks for a similar flagrant foul on Giannis Antetokounmpo. Stewart’s aggressive style of play has drawn criticism and raised questions about his ability to control his emotions on the court.
Stewart’s recent actions suggest a pattern of aggression that has become a concern for the Pistons and the league. His ejections and confrontations have overshadowed his potential as a player and have led to discussions about his future in the NBA.
As Stewart continues to navigate his career, it will be crucial for him to address his behavior and work on controlling his emotions on the court. The Pistons organization and his teammates will also play a role in supporting him and helping him develop into a more disciplined player.