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{Official} Dillon Brooks appreciation thread

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by ThatBoyNick, Jun 22, 2025 at 11:43 AM.

  1. saleem

    saleem Member

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    He did a lot for the Rockets. He was tough and he played within the team concept. I wish him good luck and to Jalen Green too.
     
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  2. astrosrule

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    Just glad he’s gone, let me celebrate!!!!
     
  3. zeeshan2

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    Going to miss brooks the most from the trade. Had a career year from 3 and his presence will be missed
     
  4. saleem

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    KD is a softie. He's old too, and he isn't a leader. Nevertheless, most of the core is still with us. Sengun will have to give KD room to operate by hitting his mid range jumpers with consistency.
    Please chime in with the salary cap position of the Rockets. The Rockets need another young vet to balance the team.
    @BimaThug
     
  5. lakersuck2

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    Good riddance. I appreciate what he did for the culture but his offensive game always made my eyes bleed.
     
  6. Aruba77

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    Can’t say enough positive about Dillon. Came in and had his best shooting years. Brought the hard nosed toughness we needed. Was a professional. But we had the most depth at his position. Wish him well.
     
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  7. DaDakota

    DaDakota Balance wins
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    Dillon was great here, and this year amazing, but we got a better player for him, so he did us a solid on and off the court.

    I wish him well.

    DD
     
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  8. Mr. Space City

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    He did exactly what we needed from him. He played solid defense, shot 40% from 3 on 6 attempts a game, and helped give the team an identity.

    Gonna miss that guy.
     
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  9. daywalker02

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    Played great, no regerts......;)
     
  10. crimsonghost

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    Thanks Dillon you made a huge positive difference for this team. Playing here and your exit.
     
  11. ThatBoyNick

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    Agree losing Brooks for this team is really tough, he was perfect and a crucial piece for our success. There are two thing I can take solace in here

    #1 He was having career years, shooting WAY more efficiently than he had done in his previous 6 seasons, there's a real possibility he'd returns to his means and become a much less effective player going forward

    #2 Eason has all the tools to step into Dillons role and have a similar if not greater impact in the coming years
     
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  12. gifford1967

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    I'm going to miss Dillon a lot. His intensity was greatly needed. And unlike so many other players who come here and forget how to shoot, he actually got better. I really don't understand the "fans" who have continued to criticize his offensive game against all evidence. What? You'd prefer he look more graceful, but the ball go through the basket less?
     
  13. tehG l i d e

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    Dillon defense fell off in the post-season too. Slow ass injured Jimmy Butler was blowing past him and got him on every pump fake. Butler also outrebounded him at will. He really showed his weaknesses during that series.
     
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    He was phenomenal, sucks that we had to rely on him too much for his actual talent could provide. I’m just glad now we’re finally free of Jalen’s inefficient offense and finally get to play Cam and Reed.
     
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    Goodbye king. My heart is broken.
     
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  16. Chasing_Chase

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    Im going to miss Dillon more than Jalen.
     
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  17. timlan2057

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    Hate to see you go, Villain. You brought toughness, grit, and attitude to this team. But you gotta give to get.

    I wish Dillon nothing but the best in Phoenix or wherever he ultimately lands.
     
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  18. Cstyle42

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    Dillon did what he was supposed to do!
     
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    DB, I saw you play a boatload of games at Oregon and if Chris Boucher wasn't injured in the Pac 12 Championship game, you would have won an NCAA title. Props for setting off Grayson Allen when you guys beat Duke in the Sweet 16. I don't know what you did/said that made him erupt, but I'm sure he deserved it. Hopefully you guys get along well on the Suns if they keep you.

    You were so valuable setting a culture of toughness on the Rockets while also being a very good and productive player at the same time. You did everything asked and I'll miss you on the team.

    Good luck wherever you end up!
     
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    Hated the signing, loved what he ended up bringing.

    Wish him nothing but the best.
     
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