Isaiah Stewart names himself as Pistons' NBA Playoffs X-Factor vs. Magic

“I know what I mean to this team, I know what I was drafted here to do and I know I’m built for playoff basketball. So I’m just ready whenever my name is called. And whenever my name is called, I’m ready to lay it on the line like I display every single night. At the end of the day, you’ve got to trust the game plan Coach has, and you’ve got to be there for your teammates. It sucks because I want to be out there more because I know what I bring, and I know the impact I have on the game," the Pistons' bruiser said.

Stewart had a big defensive impact in Game 4 against the Magic. Coach Bickerstaff may have only played him 17 minutes but he managed to notch eight blocks and three rebounds in that span of time. He also got eight points and an assist to make his mark on the Pistons offense. The only thing that held Stewart back was his four fouls which prevented him from gaining anymore momentum.

"I know the Magic don’t want me out there for a reason. So, yeah, it’s tough. But at the end of the day, be the best teammate that I can be. In these situations, you see who’s made of what. Our back is against the wall and it ain’t no quit. One game at a time, go protect the crib and come back to take one at their home. We’ve just got to take it a game at a time. Our back is against the wall, so we’ve got to fight like hell," Stewart added.

Game 5 is going to be won by the more physical and efficient team. Can Stewart help Cunningham and Duren lead the Pistons to a win so that their NBA Playoffs are extended?

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