Today we’ll be taking a look at the first starter to appear in our 2023-2024 player previews, Dillon Brooks. Brooks makes somewhat of a homecoming to the Houston Rockets — as in he was drafted by the team, but immediately traded — after six seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies.
A known irritant to opposing teams, coaches, and Shannon Sharpe, Brooks seemingly wore out his welcome in the eyes of Memphis brass, opening the doors for the Rockets to acquire him this Summer. In regards to the Grizzlies’ attempts to retain Brooks’ services, the phrase “under any circumstances” was uttered.