Isaiah Stewart remains a key frontcourt presence for the Detroit Pistons, combining rugged interior defense with improving floor spacing. Detroit’s next matchup comes in NBA Cup group play against the Boston Celtics on November 27, 2025, as the Pistons enter the game in strong early-season form. Stewart’s recent production reflects a steady role: he has delivered efficient scoring, solid rebounding, and high-impact rim protection in both starting and bench minutes this year.
Across his last stretch of games, Stewart has been especially effective on the road, where his shooting and rebounding numbers have ticked upward. His splits show reliable two-way value—finishing plays inside, hitting timely threes when defenses sag, and anchoring defensive possessions with blocks and physicality. Detroit continues to lean on his energy and toughness while benefiting from his evolving offensive skill set, which has helped fuel their current winning momentum.
Next Game
| Competition | Team (Record) | Date | Time (ET) | Opponent (Record) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBA Cup – Group Play | Detroit Pistons (15–2) | 11/27/2025 | 12:00 AM | Boston Celtics (9–8) |
Splits vs Boston Celtics
| PPG vs BOS | APG vs BOS | 3P% vs BOS | FG% vs BOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | 1.0 | 100.0 | 50.0 |
Splits
| Split | GP | MIN | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | BLK | STL | PF | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 10 | 7 | 21.9 | 56.5 | 38.9 | 100.0 | 4.9 | 1.0 | 1.7 | 0.1 | 2.7 | 1.4 | 9.6 |
| vs BOS | 1 | 21.0 | 50.0 | 100.0 | 50.0 | 6.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 9.0 |
| Road | 6 | 22.5 | 55.1 | 40.0 | 82.4 | 7.0 | 1.8 | 2.2 | 0.0 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 12.3 |
Stats
| Category | GP | MIN | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | BLK | STL | PF | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 Regular Season | 14 | 22.9 | 51.4 | 40.0 | 75.0 | 6.1 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 0.2 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 10.6 |
| Career | 321 | 24.5 | 50.7 | 34.9 | 73.3 | 7.0 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.7 | 1.2 | 8.7 |
Recent Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | MIN | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | BLK | STL | PF | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 11/25 | @ IND | W 122–117 | 20 | 66.7 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9 |
| Sun 11/23 | @ MIL | W 129–116 | 23 | 75.0 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Wed 11/19 | @ ATL | W 120–112 | 26 | 57.1 | 0.0 | 100.0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 13 |
| Tue 11/18 | vs IND | W 127–112 | 20 | 42.9 | 40.0 | 100.0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 10 |
| Sat 11/15 | vs PHI | W 114–105 | 23 | 54.5 | 33.3 | 100.0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 14 |
Isaiah Stewart has become one of the defining pieces of Detroit’s frontcourt, valued for his physical edge, defensive reliability, and steady offensive growth. Drafted in 2020 out of Washington, Stewart entered the league as a high-motor big who thrived on rim runs, offensive rebounds, and tough interior finishes. Over the past few seasons, his role has expanded. He’s still a bruising presence in the paint, but he’s also developed into a more versatile forward-center who can stretch defenses and switch across multiple matchups.
In the 2025–26 season, Stewart is producing efficient two-way minutes for a Pistons team that has surged to the top of the East early on. He’s averaging around 11 points, 6–7 rebounds, and about 2 blocks per game while shooting close to 50% from the field and near 40% from three, showing real progress as a perimeter threat. That outside touch matters for Detroit because it opens driving lanes for Cade Cunningham and keeps opponents from loading the paint.
What separates Stewart is how his impact shows up beyond the box score. Defensively, he plays with constant urgency—tagging rollers, rotating early, and contesting at the rim without hesitation. His timing as a shot blocker has improved, and he’s quick enough to recover when Detroit asks him to step out on guards. On offense, he’s no longer limited to dunks and put-backs. He’s more comfortable taking pick-and-pop threes, hitting short-roll passes, and finishing through contact when the game slows down.
His recent stretch reflects that blend of energy and efficiency: solid rebounding nights, multiple-block performances, and timely scoring in Detroit’s winning run. Whether he starts or anchors the second unit, Stewart brings a tone-setting toughness that helps define how the Pistons want to play. If his shooting and decision-making continue to trend upward, he won’t just be a role player on a hot team—he’ll be one of the reasons Detroit’s rise is sustainable.