Pistons' center Isaiah Stewart suspended three games without pay by NBA for punching Suns' center Drew Eubanks in face during pre-game altercation. Stewart arrested and cited by police in Phoenix, assault charge dismissed. NBA reviewed incident video but not released. Stewart to lose $108,966 due to suspension.
Eubanks and Suns called punch 'unprovoked,' Pistons denied. Stewart out tonight due to injury after altercation. Will miss games against Pacers, Magic, then at Knicks in Madison Square Garden. Expected to return on Feb. 27 in Chicago.