Pistons owner Tom Gores wrote a long statement defending the team and players after their altercation with the Timberwolves.
Pistons center Isaiah Stewart received a two-game ban. Pistons forward Ron Holland II and guard Marcus Sasser will have to sit out one game. Timberwolves forward Naz Reid and guard Donte DiVincenzo were also suspended one game apiece.
Considering Isaiah Stewart is a repeat offender, it will be interesting to see how severe the penalties the NBA hands down with him. Stewart has been suspended 6 games from prior incidents since coming into the league.
Despite not being the aggressor, Pistons' Isaiah Stewart finds himself at the center of the NBA's latest melee due to his reputation.
DiVincenzo sparked the brawl after confronting Pistons rookie Rondale Holland II for a foul on Reid. DiVincenzo grabbed Holland's jersey, and spun him around before the two became tangled and fell into the first row.
Isaiah Stewart allegedly choking a fan during the Pistons-Wolves fight, which led to seven ejections, draws hilarious responses from fans.
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Ten-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony seems like he is a fan of Detroit Pistons forward-center Isaiah Stewart. Melo shared his appreciation for what the 6-foot-8 enforcer brings to the game.
On Tuesday, the NBA officially announced the punishment for several players who were involved in the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves scrap during Sun