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Dillon Brooks Sends Strong Jab at Thunder Before NBA Playoff Series

Dillon Brooks Sends Strong Jab at Thunder Before NBA Playoff Series

Summary

The Phoenix Suns earned the No. 8 seed in the NBA Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 111-96 in the Play-In Tournament. Dillon Brooks of the Suns made comments about the Oklahoma City Thunder, their upcoming playoff opponents, noting the Thunder's tendency to draw fouls and praising their strong home performance.

Key Facts

  • The Phoenix Suns won 111-96 against the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
  • Jalen Green, recently traded to the Suns, scored 36 points in the game.
  • Dillon Brooks scored 13 points and commented on the upcoming series against the Thunder.
  • The Suns are the No. 8 seed and will face the No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder in the first playoff round.
  • Brooks said the Thunder have many players who try to draw fouls to get free throws.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder averages about nine free-throw attempts per game.
  • Brooks praised the Thunder’s strong shooting at their home games.
  • Game 1 of the playoff series is scheduled for Sunday at 3:30 p.m. ET.
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