By JOHN LIKANJE Monday morning, the Detroit Pistons announced they would bench six-time All-Star Blake Griffin until he's either successfully traded or bought out of the $74 million remaining on his contract. This news story meant two things: The team was committing to a complete rebuild and younger players, mainly Isaiah Stewart, would be rewarded more playing time. Stewart … [Read more...] about “Another Dennis Rodman type” Why Isaiah Stewart is ready for expanded role with Detroit Pistons
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Isaiah Stewart scores career-high in first NBA start for Detroit Pistons
By JOHN LIKANJE Isaiah Stewart has been one of the few bright spots for the Detroit Pistons this season. Despite only logging 17 minutes per game and playing behind Mason Plumlee in the rotation, the former McQuaid star averages five points and 5.2 rebounds. This is despite the fact that Stewart's role primarily involves him setting screens, boxing out and defending opposing … [Read more...] about Isaiah Stewart scores career-high in first NBA start for Detroit Pistons
Stewart registers second double-double of the season in Detroit loss
By PAUL GOTHAM For the second time this season, Isaiah Stewart (McQuaid Jesuit) posted a double-double. Stewart finished with 10 rebounds and 10 points in NBA action, Friday night. The 6-foot-8 rookie center connected on a 5-of-6 shots from the floor and also handed out one assist as the Detroit Pistons lost at Phoenix, 109-92. Stewart grabbed five offensive rebounds and … [Read more...] about Stewart registers second double-double of the season in Detroit loss
Stewart contributes in Pistons’ win over Lakers
By PAUL GOTHAM Isaiah Stewart (McQuaid Jesuit) played 21 minutes off the bench, and the Detroit Pistons defeated the reigning NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers, 107-92 Thursday night. Stewart scored eight points and grabbed six rebounds to go with one block in the win. The 6-foot-8 rookie center converted on all four of his free throw opportunities and connected on … [Read more...] about Stewart contributes in Pistons’ win over Lakers
Stewart records second double-digit rebound effort in Detroit loss
By PAUL GOTHAM Isaiah Stewart (McQuaid Jesuit) came off the bench and grabbed 10 rebounds to go with seven points and two blocks in Friday's NBA action. Stewart entered the game for Detroit with 8:13 remaining in the first and collected five rebounds before the end of the quarter including an offensive board and putback for his first points of the night. Stewart logged 23 … [Read more...] about Stewart records second double-digit rebound effort in Detroit loss