Pistons’ Isaiah Stewart to be re-evaluated in one week amid calf injury The Detroit Pistons may be without Isaiah Stewart for an extended period after he sustained a Grade 1 strain of his left calf. The team confirmed Tuesday that Stewart is currently receiving treatment for the injury, though no specific timeline has been provided for his return. A re-evaluation is scheduled for one week from the injury’s occurrence, which has raised concerns about his availability for upcoming games. The injury announcement came two days after coach J.B. Bickerstaff disclosed it ahead of the team’s Sunday matchup against the Toronto Raptors. Bickerstaff explained that Stewart had been attempting to play through the calf issue in recent games, but the injury has since worsened. This development complicates the Pistons’ plans as they navigate the remainder of the season. Stewart has been having a standout season, averaging 10.0 points and 1.6 blocks in 55 games. His defensive contributions have positioned him as a strong contender for the NBA All-Defensive Team, though the league’s 65-game rule means he will not be eligible for consideration this year. His absence will force Bickerstaff to rely more heavily on Paul Reed as the primary backup to Jalen Duren, altering the team’s defensive strategy and depth.#detroit_pistons #jalen_duren #j_b_bickerstaff #isaiah_stewart #paul_reed
