In a surprising twist of events, Parkway Pizza has decided to ban Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart from its establishments, following his involvement in a dramatic brawl during Sunday night’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The incident, which unfolded at Target Center, saw Stewart eject along with several others, including Wolves players Donte DiVincenzo, Naz Reid, and assistant coach Pablo Prigioni, as well as Pistons’ Ron Holland II, Marcus Sasser, and head coach J.B. Bickerstaff.
The scuffle escalated to such a degree that it spilled into the courtside seats, leaving fans and observers shocked by the intensity on display. Stewart, known for his fiery demeanor and previous incidents—his six flagrant fouls this season speak volumes—was particularly aimed at Reid during the brawl, which may have only fueled tensions further.
Parkway Pizza’s decision was made public through a post on social media, signaling that Stewart’s actions didn’t just have consequences on the court but extended into the local community, too. The pizza joint, with four locations across the Twin Cities, has made a name for itself as a fan-favorite, even sporting a “honk if you love Naz Reid” sign outside its Northeast Minneapolis spot.
In the world of professional sports, it’s not unusual for on-court antics to echo into the streets, but when a beloved local establishment takes a stand, it indicates the significant impact athletes can have—not just on the game, but on the culture surrounding it. The repercussions of Stewart’s actions are now making headlines both inside and outside basketball circles, leaving fans to wonder what will come next for the player and how this might influence his reputation in the community.
