​In the fourth quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 115-110 victory over the Detroit Pistons on March 8, 2025, an altercation occurred between Steph Curry and Isaiah Stewart.

The incident started when Curry drained a deep three-pointer near the Pistons’ bench and celebrated with a gesture that Stewart perceived as taunting.

The physical and competitive nature of the game had already led to tension between the teams, and this moment proved to be a boiling point.

Stewart, known for his physical play and fiery temperament, took exception to Curry’s celebration and immediately confronted him. The two exchanged words, with Stewart stepping toward Curry in an aggressive manner.

The situation escalated to the point where both players were assessed technical fouls

Tempers Flare in a Competitive Matchup

This altercation marked Curry’s first technical foul of the 2024-25 NBA season and Stewart’s 13th. The game was intense, with emotions running high on both sides, culminating in this sideline confrontation.

​Despite the confrontation, Curry delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 32 points and helping the Warriors secure a victory.

This win marked an important step for the Warriors as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference

For the Pistons, Stewart’s actions reflected the team’s frustration in a season where wins have been hard to come by.

While his physicality is often an asset, this incident once again put him in the spotlight for the wrong reasons, further adding to his reputation as an enforcer in the league.