In news that has shaken the basketball world, Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart has been expelled from the NBA following a series of incidents that have called into question his athletic conduct. This decision comes after multiple sanctions and altercations that have marked his career in recent years .

The most recent incident occurred during a game between the Pistons and the Minnesota Timberwolves, where a massive brawl resulted in the ejection of seven players. The brawl began after a foul by Ron Holland on Naz Reid, quickly escalating to involve several players and coaching staff members from both teams. Isaiah Stewart was one of the primary perpetrators, leading the NBA to suspend him for two games due to his history of unsportsmanlike conduct .

This isn’t the first altercation of Stewart’s career. In February 2024, he was suspended for three games after getting into a fight with Drew Eubanks of the Phoenix Suns before a game. Stewart was arrested by Phoenix police and charged with assault, although the charges were later dropped .

Additionally, in January 2025, Stewart was suspended for one game and fined $50,000 for accumulating six flagrant foul points on the season, including a flagrant type 2 foul against Thomas Bryant of the Indiana Pacers.

The NBA has made the decision to expel Stewart from the league, considering his history of behavior and recent incidents. This measure reflects the league’s commitment to maintaining sportsmanship and respect in the game .

The Detroit Pistons have yet to issue an official statement regarding Stewart’s dismissal. However, this decision will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the team and the player’s professional career .

This event underscores the importance of sportsmanlike conduct and the consequences that can arise from unsportsmanlike actions in professional basketball.