Isaiah Stewart to Join Starting Unit Monday Against Indiana

Isaiah Stewart is set to start in Monday's game against Indiana, with Paul Reed moving to the bench. Stewart has been a strong contributor as a starter this season, averaging 13.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.3 blocks, and 2.0 assists in 24.8 minutes per game across three starts. The 24-year-old center, who signed a three-year, $45 million contract extension in July 2023, was a standout in college at the University of Washington, earning All-Pac-12 First Team honors. He was known for his double-double ability, leading the Pac-12 in two-pointers made, free throws made, and total rebounds during his freshman year, while also contributing defensively with 2.1 blocks per game. Stewart wears number 33 in honor of Patrick Ewing and can be followed on Twitter at @Dreamville_33.