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Suns Forward Fires Back at Rockets Star Before Saturday’s Showdown

Saturday’s game in Phoenix was already going to be Kevin Durant’s night. Dillon Brooks made sure it would be his, too. The Suns forward says he won’t let another player talk about him the way Durant did, and when a…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 9:26 PM
Suns Forward Fires Back at Rockets Star Before Saturday’s Showdown
Key Things to Know
  • Suns forward Dillon Brooks fired back at Rockets star Kevin Durant ahead of Saturday's matchup in Phoenix.
  • Brooks stated he will not stay silent after Durant previously referenced Brooks's off-court arrest on social media.
  • The tension traces back to comments by Suns owner Mat Ishbia regarding the trade that sent Durant to Houston.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks addressed his brewing tension with Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant ahead of Saturday's matchup between the teams. Brooks told reporters he will not stay quiet when another player speaks about his personal matters, escalating the rivalry ahead of Durant's return to Phoenix.

The feud escalated after Durant referenced Brooks's March arrest during a social media exchange following comments by Suns owner Mat Ishbia. Brooks joined Phoenix in the trade that sent Durant to Houston, adding personal stakes as the 2-5 Suns host the 7-2 Rockets.

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