Dillon Brooks was involved in another controversy after he appeared to strike Stephen Curry in the ribs during the Warriors’ 99-98 loss to the Suns.
Dillon Brooks’ recent on-court presence creates a lot of drama. In a previous game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooks had a heated exchange with LeBron James, and the game witnessed a lot of drama. However, their last game against the Golden State Warriors added another layer of controversy surrounding Brooks.
The Suns beat the Warriors in a close 99-98 win, with the Suns’ defensive firepower led by Dillon Brooks, who took the lead with 24 points alongside Devin Booker, who added 25 points. However, Collin Gillespie added 16 points, and the rest of the talent showed effort till the end.
In a recent clip of the Suns vs the Warriors game, Brooks was making a shot and then clashed with Stephen Curry. He was called for a flagrant one after striking Curry in the ribs late in the game, and Curry fell down on the court in pain. The hit appeared unnecessary and added to Brook’s long history of controversial moments against the Warriors.
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Brooks’ reputation against the Warriors dates back to his days with the Memphis Grizzlies. Even in last season, he swiped at Curry’s injured thumb during a playoff series. Now, with this incident, the rivalry added more tension, and the controversy again reignited.
How Many Points Did Stephen Curry And Dillon Brooks Score In Their Recent Meeting
The Golden State Warriors and the Phoenix Suns had a major competitive run in their recent meeting. Although the Suns pulled the game away with a 99-98 win on their home court, the Warriors’ roster showed strong promise by staying united until the end.
The Warriors’ star trio of Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Stephen Curry were on the court and contributed decent numbers. Butler posted 31 points while Curry added 15 points, seven assists, and nine rebounds. Green recorded seven points, six rebounds, two steals, and two blocks.
On the other hand, Suns superstar Devin Booker scored 25 points, while Dillon Brooks added 24 points, two assists, and seven rebounds. Ultimately, the Suns had the last laugh, and Brooks’ aggressive presence on the court was evident.