Isaiah Stewart Out For Eastern Conference First Round Due To Right Knee Inflammation

Isaiah Stewart will not play in the Pistons' game against the New York Knicks on April 21, 2025, due to right knee inflammation. Stewart played in 72 regular season games and has been inactive for 10 games this season.

In Stewart's absence, Jalen Duren is expected to start at center. Duren has been averaging 7.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game. The Pistons lost their first postseason game against the Knicks, 112-123, with Stewart contributing 2 points in 18 minutes.