Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart was arrested on charges of assault Wednesday after an altercation with Phoenix Suns center Drew Eubanks at the Footprint Center, according to Phoenix police. The incident occurred hours before the teams were scheduled to play, with police issuing Stewart a citation before releasing him. Stewart, sidelined for the game due to a sprained left ankle, allegedly punched Eubanks in the parking lot, leading to a minor injury for the Suns player. Despite the altercation, Eubanks participated in the game, contributing six points and eight rebounds in the Suns’ 116-100 victory over the Pistons.
The confrontation reportedly began as Eubanks was entering the arena, escalating from a verbal argument to a physical altercation. The Suns organization condemned the violence, expressing unwavering support for Eubanks and committing to cooperate with law enforcement and the NBA. Meanwhile, the Pistons acknowledged the incident, stating they are gathering more information and coordinating with the NBA and local authorities.
This incident adds to Stewart’s history of on-court altercations, recalling a notable 2021 clash with Lakers’ LeBron James. The NBA community, including Suns star Kevin Durant, lamented the pre-game violence, emphasizing the league’s values of camaraderie and professionalism. As the NBA investigates, stakeholders await further details and potential disciplinary actions.
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