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03/06 10:48 CST Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks arrested for suspicion of
DUI after traffic stop
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks arrested for suspicion of DUI after traffic
stop
By DAVID BRANDT
AP Sports Writer
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested for suspicion of driving under
the influence early Friday morning in Scottsdale, Arizona, police said.
Officers conducted a traffic stop in Scottsdale at roughly 1 a.m. and after an
investigation, Brooks was arrested. He was taken to jail and released following
the booking process around 3:30 a.m.
The 30-year-old hasn't played since Feb. 21 because of a fractured left hand.
He's expected to be out until at least late March after having surgery.
"We are aware of the situation involving Dillon Brooks and are gathering more
information," the Suns said in a statement. "We have no further comment at this
time."
The Suns played the Chicago Bulls at home on Thursday night just hours before
his arrest, losing 105-103.
Before the injury, Brooks was having the best season of his NBA career,
averaging a career-high 20.9 points per game. He came to the Suns as part of
the trade that sent 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant to the Rockets during the
offseason.
TMZ first reported news of the arrest.
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