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Dillon Brooks’ foul trouble proves you can’t teach an old dog new tricks

Dillon Brooks continues to get into foul trouble, ranking second in fouls committed during preseason play, and that aspect of his game is never going to change.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 7:15 PM
Dillon Brooks’ foul trouble proves you can’t teach an old dog new tricks
Key Things to Know
  • Luke Duffy argues Dillon Brooks will not change his aggressive style despite promising to reduce technical fouls.
  • Brooks accumulated 13 personal fouls in early preseason action, ranking second across the entire NBA.
  • The 30-year-old received a technical foul just five minutes into his first preseason game following an altercation with John Collins.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Luke Duffy argues that Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks will never truly change his aggressive style, pointing to his preseason disciplinary issues. Despite claiming at media day that he planned to cut down on technical fouls, Brooks received a technical five minutes into his preseason opener and accumulated 13 fouls across early preseason games.

Duffy notes that while Brooks' intense play and reputation make him a target for both referees and frustrated opponents like John Collins, head coach Jordan Ott likely values his competitive edge. The writer concludes that Brooks' persistent foul troubles will likely remain a challenge throughout the regular season.

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