The Detroit Pistons have gotten off to a strong start this season. They came into Wednesday night’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks holding the second-best record in the NBA and sitting atop the Eastern Conference at 17-4.
After a foul was called, Bobby Portis and Isaiah Stewart came face to face, inches from each other, Portis, one of the better players who get under your skin, appeared to have succeeded again.
Isaiah Stewart EJECTED after exchanging words with Bobby Portis after a foul 😳
Both received technicals, Stewart's second of the game pic.twitter.com/ttSNyd5jtr
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 4, 2025
As officials moved in to separate them, Stewart raised his fist toward Portis, leading both players to receive technical fouls. The situation worsened for the Pistons, as it was Stewart’s second technical of the game, resulting in his ejection.
Isaiah Stewart against the Bucks
Oct 6, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) and Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) look for the rebound in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
When he was ejected, Stewart had tallied five points on 2-of-3 shooting, including 1-of-1 from three, along with four rebounds, one steal, and two blocks in 18 minutes. At that point, the Pistons led by seven late in the third quarter, but the Bucks have since rallied to take the lead midway through the fourth. Portis, who has played 29 minutes, has been a major factor, contributing 13 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and a +15 rating on the floor.
Nov 18, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (28) dunks against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Stewart has mainly come off the bench this season, putting up 9.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks in just over 22 minutes per game. At 24 years old, he contributes more than depth, bringing a level of physicality and grit to the Pistons’ lineup that is a little uncommon in today’s NBA.