Rockets' Brooks Out 4-6 Weeks
Houston Rockets' Dillon Brooks is expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to a hand injury. This is a significant blow to Houston's playoff chances, as Brooks has been a key piece on both ends of the floor for the Rockets this season.
- Dillon Brooks was traded from the Rockets to the Phoenix Suns in July 2025 as part of a multi-team trade that brought Kevin Durant to Houston. - The injury is a fractured left hand, sustained during a game with the Suns, and is expected to sideline him for 4-to-6 weeks. - Brooks is in the midst of a career-best season with Phoenix, averaging 20.9 points per game. - At the time of the injury, the Suns held the 7th seed in the Western Conference with a 33-26 record, making his absence a critical blow to their playoff aspirations. - The injury occurred during a double-overtime win against the Orlando Magic, in which Brooks played only seven minutes. - With Brooks out, players like Grayson Allen and former Rocket Jalen Green are expected to have an increased role for the Suns. - During his tenure with the Rockets, Brooks was credited with helping to establish a culture of toughness for the young team. - The Suns are also currently without their leading scorer, Devin Booker, due to a hip injury, further complicating their ability to score in Brooks' absence.
