Reed Outperforms Stewart in Postseason | Detroit Pistons News

Pistons fans are hurting after trading Isaiah Stewart, but the move might be smart basketball. Stewart’s playoff struggles exposed his offensive limitations and rebounding weaknesses—especially against the Cavs. Enter Paul Reed, a rebounding monster who outperformed Stewart in key postseason stats, even if on a smaller sample. Reed brings better all-around production and handles pressure better, making him the ideal fit for deep playoff runs. Stewart’s rim protection and energy were valuable, but his injury history and glaring flaws made him a risky long-term bet. Reed’s got the tougher job ahead, facing elite centers in the East—but he’s ready to prove the Pistons’ gamble was worth it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4252811f9b6c2808