Isaiah Stewart Suspended For 3 Games After Altercation With Drew Eubanks

(Many of the links in this article redirect to a specific reviewed product. Your purchase of these products through affiliate links helps to generate commission for Splashnewsonline.com, at no extra cost. Learn more)

The NBA has announced that Detroit Pistons’ Isaiah Stewart will be suspended for three games following an altercation with Phoenix Suns’ Drew Eubanks. The incident took place in the arena hallway on Valentine’s Day, just hours before the Pistons-Suns game in Arizona. Stewart allegedly punched Eubanks during a heated argument, leading to a serious situation that involved the Phoenix PD.

League Suspension and Investigation

The NBA stated, “Detroit Pistons forward-center Isaiah Stewart has been suspended three games without pay for initiating a physical altercation with Phoenix Suns forward-center Drew Eubanks,” citing that Stewart punched and pushed Eubanks during the altercation. The league’s decision came after conducting its own inquiry into the matter.

Legal Developments

Despite being charged with a crime and arrested for assault, Stewart’s attorney, Alex Spiro, expressed confidence in the case being dismissed. Subsequently, officials in Arizona confirmed that the case has indeed been dropped.

Impact on the Pistons

Stewart, who has been averaging 11.3 points and 8.1 rebounds per game this season, is set to begin serving his suspension as the Pistons face the Pacers in Indiana. The team, currently holding the league’s worst record at 8-49, will have to adjust to Stewart’s absence on the court.