Will Isaiah Stewart play tonight against the Dallas Mavericks? Latest update on the Detroit Pistons star's injury report (January 31, 2025)

The Detroit Pistons will face off against the Dallas Mavericks at Little Caesars Arena on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. As the Pistons prepare for the game, one notable player on their injury report is Isaiah Stewart, who will be sidelined for this matchup.

Is Isaiah Stewart playing tonight against the Dallas Mavericks? (January 31, 2025)

Isaiah Stewart’s injury comes as the Detroit Pistons aim to bounce back from a challenging season. With the team currently sitting at 23-24, Stewart’s absence is a significant blow, especially given his contributions on both ends of the court. The injury, which has kept Stewart out of action, was not immediately disclosed in detail, but his role as a key defender and rebounder for Detroit is undeniable.

Detroit Pistons injury report for tonight’s game against the Dallas Mavericks (January 31, 2025)

Detroit will also be without Jaden Ivey, who is out due to a leg injury. Despite these setbacks, the Pistons are still led by their star, Cade Cunningham, who has been averaging 25 points per game this season. Cunningham's playmaking and scoring ability will be crucial in overcoming the Mavericks' challenge. Other players like Jalen Duren and Malik Beasley have stepped up in recent games, but the loss of Isaiah Stewart, who averages 9.9 rebounds per game, will be felt in the paint.

In terms of overall team stats, the Detroit Pistons have struggled with scoring differential, with a -73 rating on the season. They score 111.9 points per game while allowing 113.5. Detroit's defense will need to adapt without Isaiah Stewart’s presence, as his physicality was essential in limiting opposing bigs.

How are the Dallas Mavericks looking tonight?

Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks (26-22) are facing their own injury crisis. Luka Doncic, one of the league’s top players, will be out with a calf injury, and several other key contributors, including Dereck Lively, Dwight Powell, and Maxi Kleber, are also sidelined. Despite these injuries, the Mavericks remain a dangerous team, led by Kyrie Irving’s 24.2 points per game. Dallas ranks 9th in the league in scoring, averaging 115.9 points per contest.

The Mavericks will need to change their lineup without a number of their best players as the Detroit Pistons attempt to manage their ailments. Given that both sides are without key players, the game should be an interesting contest.


Fans can watch the game live on KFAA and FDSDET, or stream it via Fubo, with regional restrictions possibly applying.