Dillon Brooks is a Canadian professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets. He earned conference player of the year honors playing college basketball for the Oregon Ducks before being drafted by the NBA in 2017. He was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2023.
1936: Canada's Last Global Basketball Medal
Before 2023, Canada's last medal in a global basketball tournament came in 1936, highlighting the significance of their bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup.
1954: Ridd Sets Canadian Scoring Record at World Cup
In 1954, Carl Ridd set a single-game scoring record for Canada at the FIBA World Cup, a record that would stand for nearly seven decades until Dillon Brooks surpassed it in 2023.
January 22, 1996: Dillon Brooks is born
Dillon Brooks was born on January 22, 1996.
2015: Brooks Wins Silver with Canada at Pan American Games
Dillon Brooks represented Canada at the 2015 Pan American Games, contributing to the team's successful silver medal finish.
2015: Dillon Brooks Commits to Oregon for Third Season
Following the 2015-16 season, Dillon Brooks announced his decision to stay with the Oregon Ducks for a third season.
November 7, 2016: Brooks Named to Preseason All-America Team
On November 7, 2016, Dillon Brooks was recognized for his talent and potential as he was named to the Associated Press' preseason All-America team.
July 21, 2017: Grizzlies Sign Brooks to Rookie Contract
On July 21, 2017, the Memphis Grizzlies officially signed Dillon Brooks to his rookie scale contract, marking the beginning of his professional career in the NBA.
October 18, 2017: Brooks Shines in NBA Debut
Dillon Brooks made a memorable NBA debut on October 18, 2017, during the Grizzlies' season opener. He showcased his scoring prowess by dropping 19 points, setting a new record for the most points scored by a Canadian-born player in their first NBA game.
2017: Brooks Declares for 2017 NBA Draft
After the conclusion of the 2016-17 season, Dillon Brooks decided to take the next step in his basketball career by declaring himself eligible for the 2017 NBA draft, thus ending his time playing college basketball.
2017: Dillon Brooks' College Career & NBA Draft
In 2017, Dillon Brooks finished his college basketball career with the Oregon Ducks, earning numerous accolades. He was subsequently drafted by the Houston Rockets and immediately traded to the Memphis Grizzlies.
April 11, 2018: Brooks Explodes for 36 Points Against Thunder
Dillon Brooks delivered an impressive scoring performance on April 11, 2018, putting up 36 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder despite the Grizzlies' 137-123 loss.
December 2018: Confusion Stalls Brooks Trade
In December 2018, a potential three-team trade involving the Memphis Grizzlies, the Washington Wizards, and the Phoenix Suns fell apart due to confusion surrounding Dillon Brooks and his teammate MarShon Brooks. The Memphis front office intended to trade MarShon, while the other teams were expecting Dillon.
2018: Brooks Sidelined for Remainder of the Season
Due to his toe injury, Dillon Brooks missed the remainder of the 2018-19 NBA season.
January 5, 2019: Brooks Suffers Season-Ending Toe Injury
Dillon Brooks' 2018-19 season was cut short when he suffered a ruptured ligament in his right big toe on January 5, 2019.
January 11, 2019: Brooks Undergoes Successful Toe Surgery
On January 11, 2019, Dillon Brooks underwent surgery to repair his ruptured toe ligament. The surgery was successful, and he began the road to recovery.
2019: Brooks Starts as Grizzlies' Shooting Guard
Dillon Brooks entered the 2019-20 NBA season as the starting shooting guard for the Memphis Grizzlies.
February 5, 2020: Brooks Secures $35 Million Contract Extension
Dillon Brooks' strong performance during the 2019-20 season earned him a significant contract extension. On February 5, 2020, he signed a three-year, $35 million extension with the Memphis Grizzlies.
February 28, 2020: Brooks Drops Season-High 32 Points Against Kings
Dillon Brooks showcased his scoring ability once again on February 28, 2020, recording a season-high 32 points against the Sacramento Kings, despite the Grizzlies' close 104-101 loss.
May 23, 2021: Brooks Makes Playoff Debut with 31-Point Performance
On May 23, 2021, Dillon Brooks experienced his first taste of NBA playoff action. He marked the occasion with a standout performance, scoring a season-high 31 points to help the Grizzlies secure a 112-109 Game 1 victory against the top-seeded Utah Jazz.
October 12, 2021: Brooks Sidelined with Hand Fracture
Dillon Brooks' 2021-22 season was temporarily put on hold when he suffered a fracture in his left hand, an injury that was announced on October 12, 2021, and expected to sideline him for two to three weeks.
January 8, 2022: Brooks Suffers Ankle Injury Against Clippers
On January 8, 2022, during a game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Dillon Brooks suffered a left ankle injury.
May 24, 2022: Brooks Commits to Canadian National Team
On May 24, 2022, Dillon Brooks joined a group of fourteen players who committed to representing the Canadian senior men's national team for three years. Their shared goal was to qualify for the Olympic basketball tournament, a feat Canada had struggled to achieve for several decades.
December 17, 2022: Brooks Leads Grizzlies with 32 Points in Loss
Dillon Brooks led the Memphis Grizzlies in scoring on December 17, 2022, putting up 32 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder despite the team's 115-109 loss.
2022: Brooks Suspended for Flagrant Foul on Payton II
In a pivotal Game 2 of the 2022 Western Conference semifinals against the Golden State Warriors, Dillon Brooks was ejected from the game after receiving a flagrant 2 foul for hitting Gary Payton II in the head during a layup attempt. This incident resulted in Payton suffering a fractured left elbow, and Brooks was suspended for the following game. The Grizzlies ultimately lost the series to the Warriors in six games.
February 2, 2023: Brooks Suspended for Incident with Donovan Mitchell
Dillon Brooks was ejected from a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on February 2, 2023, after receiving a flagrant 2 foul for striking Donovan Mitchell in the groin. The incident resulted in a one-game suspension without pay for Brooks.
July 8, 2023: Brooks Joins Houston Rockets in Sign-and-Trade Deal
On July 8, 2023, Dillon Brooks' time with the Memphis Grizzlies came to an end when he was traded to the Houston Rockets as part of a sign-and-trade agreement.
2023: Brooks Helps Canada Secure Historic Bronze Medal at FIBA World Cup
Dillon Brooks played a pivotal role in Canada's historic basketball achievement in 2023. At the FIBA World Cup, he helped lead the team to a bronze medal, marking Canada's first medal in a global basketball tournament since 1936. His exceptional performance included a record-breaking 39-point game against the United States, surpassing Carl Ridd's previous single-game scoring record for Canada at the World Cup, which had stood since 1954. Brooks' outstanding contributions were recognized with the FIBA World Cup Best Defensive Player award.
2023: Brooks' Comments and Ejection in Lakers Series Draw Scrutiny
During the Memphis Grizzlies' 2023 NBA playoffs series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Dillon Brooks faced criticism for his comments about LeBron James' age, calling him "old." The situation escalated in Game 3 when Brooks was ejected for a flagrant 2 foul after hitting James below the belt. The Lakers went on to win the series in six games.
2023: Dillon Brooks Achieves NBA and International Recognition
In 2023, Dillon Brooks achieved significant milestones in his basketball career. He earned NBA All-Defensive Second Team honors while playing for the Memphis Grizzlies and was recognized as the FIBA World Cup Best Defensive Player for his contributions to the Canadian national team's bronze medal win.
2023: Dillon Brooks Leads Canada to Historic Bronze Medal at FIBA World Cup
In 2023, Dillon Brooks played a crucial role in leading the Canadian national team to a historic bronze medal at the FIBA World Cup. His outstanding defensive performance earned him the title of FIBA World Cup Best Defensive Player.
February 14, 2024: Brooks Records Double-Double in Loss to Grizzlies
Dillon Brooks had a notable game against his former team, the Memphis Grizzlies, on February 14, 2024. He recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds, although the Houston Rockets ultimately lost the game 121-113.