Suns keeping Dillon Brooks on $73M extension through 2029-30
Key Points:
- Dillon Brooks agreed to a three-year, $73 million contract extension with the Phoenix Suns, keeping him with the team through the 2029-30 season.
- Brooks had a career-best season, averaging 20.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists, contributing significantly to the Suns' 45-win playoff run.
- The Suns prioritized retaining Brooks to maintain roster continuity and culture, with owner Mat Ishbia publicly affirming Brooks will not be traded.
- Brooks, acquired last offseason in the Kevin Durant trade, missed 18 games due to a fractured hand but returned to lead the team in scoring during the playoffs despite a first-round sweep.
- Known for his defensive tenacity, Brooks helped elevate Phoenix's defense from 27th to ninth in the league last season as the primary wing defender.