Dillon Brooks is a 26-year-old Canadian forward who plays for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He was originally drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 45th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. Coming out of college at the University of Oregon, Brooks was known for his scoring ability.
Brooks in his rookie season played 82 games and was the starter for the Memphis Grizzlies in 74 of them. He averaged around 11 points and 3.1 rebounds in his rookie year.
Over the next few seasons, Brooks continued to take steps forward in his development. He improved his outside shooting and became one of the Grizzlies' primary offensive weapons. But it was on the defensive end that he really began to make his mark. With his 6'7" frame and long wingspan, he had the tools to be an elite perimeter defender. Brooks took pride in hounding opponents, using his strength and quickness to disrupt ball-handlers.
In the 2022-23 season, he emerged as one of the best two-way players in the entire NBA. He averaged a career-high 14.3 points per game while also being named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team for the first time.
This past offseason, Brooks found himself on the move as Memphis decided to go in a different direction. The Houston Rockets swooped in to acquire the talented wing, and Brooks now appears poised to take on an even bigger role with his new team. With the Rockets he is already averaging around 13.7 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in his 9 games played in the 2023-24 season.
Dillon Brooks 3s Average
Over the course of his 5-year NBA career so far, Brooks has averaged 1.7 made 3-pointers per game as of November 2023. This marks him as a capable and consistent threat from beyond the arc. His ability to knock down shots from downtown is aided by his size and length. At 6-foot-7 with a 6-foot-11 wingspan, he has the reach and height to get his shot off cleanly over most defenders. In the 2023-34 season, Brooks has averaged 1.8 3-pointers per game as of November 2023.
His towering stature coupled with strong leaping skills also allows Brooks to rise up and shoot over opponents with ease. Being able to elevate higher on his jump shot makes it very difficult for defenders to contest his 3-point tries. Brooks can quickly get into his shooting motion and get the ball out of his hands thanks to his expansive reach. Overall, his unique physical tools as a wing player allow him to consistently connect on outside shots.
FAQs
A. Dillon Brooks is 27 years old as of November 2023.
A. The net worth of Dillon Brooks is around $7 million as of 2023.
A. Dillion Brooks will be earning $22.6 million for the 2023/24 season.
A. Dillon Brooks has hit 589 shots from downtown in his career.
