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Isaiah Stewart

Stewart with the Detroit Pistons in 2022
No. 28 – Detroit Pistons
Center
Personal information
Born	(2001-05-22) May 22, 2001 (age 24) Rochester, New York, U.S.
High school	McQuaid Jesuit (Brighton, New York) La Lumiere School (La Porte, Indiana)
Listed height	6 ft 8 in (2.03 m)
Listed weight	255 lb (116 kg)
Career information
College	Washington (2019–2020)
NBA Draft	2020 / Round: 1 / Pick: 16th overall
Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers
Pro career	2020–present
League	NBA
Career history
2020–present	Detroit Pistons
Career highlights and awards
NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2021) First-team All-Pac-12 (2020) Pac-12 All-Freshman Team (2020) National high school player of the year (2019) McDonald's All-American (2019) Jordan Brand Classic (2019)
Medals Representing  United States FIBA World U17 Cup Gold 2018 Argentina Team

Isaiah Stewart II (born May 22, 2001) is an American professional basketball player. He plays for the Detroit Pistons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Isaiah is known for his strong play as a center and power forward. He is about 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 meters) tall and weighs around 255 pounds (116 kg).

Before joining the NBA, Isaiah played college basketball for the Washington Huskies. In high school, he was considered one of the best young players in the country. He earned honors like being a McDonald's All-American and was named a national high school player of the year.

Early Life and Basketball Start

Isaiah Stewart was born in Rochester, New York. When he was younger, he enjoyed boxing and playing soccer. However, by fifth grade, he decided to focus on basketball. His height and athletic skills made basketball a great fit for him.

He started playing organized basketball at age 10. By the time he was 12, Isaiah was already about 6 feet (1.83 meters) tall!

High School Basketball Journey

Isaiah Stewart playing at the Nike EYBL in 2018

Isaiah started his high school career at McQuaid Jesuit High School in New York. As a freshman at 14 years old, he was already 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 meters) tall. In his first year, he averaged 18.5 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks per game. He even scored 40 points in two games in a row!

During his sophomore year, Isaiah had to miss most of the season. This was because he broke his tailbone during tryouts for the United States national under-16 team. He returned to play in February 2017, showing his talent with 35 points and 14 rebounds in his first game back.

Moving to La Lumiere School

For his junior year, Isaiah moved to La Lumiere School in Indiana. This school was known for its excellent basketball program. There, he continued to shine, averaging 19.8 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. His team had a great record of 25 wins and only 4 losses.

In his senior year, Isaiah helped his team achieve an amazing 30 wins and just 1 loss. He received top awards like the Naismith Prep Player of the Year. He was also chosen to play in major high school games. These included the McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic.

Choosing a College Team

Isaiah was a highly sought-after player by many colleges. He was considered one of the top five players in the 2019 high school class. On January 21, 2019, he decided to play college basketball for the University of Washington. He chose Washington because of his strong connection with coach Mike Hopkins.

US college sports recruiting information for high school athletes

Name	Hometown	High school / college	Height	Weight	Commit date
Isaiah Stewart C	Rochester, NY	La Lumiere School (IN)	6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)	245 lb (111 kg)	Jan 20, 2019
	Recruiting star ratings: Scout: N/A   Rivals:   247Sports:    ESPN:   ESPN grade: 96
Overall recruiting rankings:   Rivals: 2  247Sports: 4  ESPN: 3
Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight. In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Sources:

College Basketball Career

Isaiah Stewart started his college career with the Washington Huskies in 2019. In his very first game, he scored 15 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. He even made the game-winning shot for Washington!

By the end of the season, Isaiah was recognized as one of the best players in his conference. He was named to the All-Pac-12 first team and the Freshman Team. As a freshman, he averaged 17 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game. After just one year, he decided to enter the 2020 NBA draft to become a professional player.

Professional NBA Career

Joining the Detroit Pistons

Isaiah Stewart was chosen as the 16th overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. Soon after, he was traded to the Houston Rockets, and then quickly traded again to the Detroit Pistons. On December 1, 2020, he officially signed his first contract with the Pistons.

Since joining the Pistons, Isaiah has become known for his strong and physical style of play. He is a key player for the team.

Notable Moments and Suspensions

Throughout his career, Isaiah has been involved in some intense moments on the court. He has received several fouls that led to ejections from games. For example, in March 2021, he was ejected from a game against the Brooklyn Nets.

In November 2021, he was involved in a heated moment with another player and was suspended for two games. In December 2023, he was ejected from a game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has also received other fouls and suspensions for his actions during games, including a three-game suspension in February 2024 and a two-game suspension in March 2025 for unsportsmanlike acts.

In July 2023, Isaiah signed a new four-year contract extension with the Detroit Pistons. This shows how important he is to the team's future.

Playing for Team USA

Isaiah Stewart has also represented the United States in international basketball. He played for the U.S. team at the 2018 FIBA Under-17 Basketball World Cup in Argentina.

In that tournament, he averaged 11.1 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. In the championship game, Isaiah led all scorers with 15 points and 9 rebounds. He helped Team USA win the gold medal with a big 95–52 victory over France.

Career Statistics

Here are some of Isaiah Stewart's basketball statistics:

NBA Regular Season Stats

NBA Playoff Stats

College Stats

Personal Life and Family

Isaiah Stewart's father, Dela Stewart, came to the United States from Jamaica in the 1970s. He worked on farms and later in construction in New York. Isaiah's mother is Shameka Holloway.

His paternal grandfather, who was a fisherman and farmer in Jamaica, was also very tall, standing 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters). Isaiah wears the number 33 jersey to honor Patrick Ewing. Ewing is a famous Jamaican-American former NBA player.

See also

In Spanish: Isaiah Stewart para niños