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Dillon Brooks arrested for suspected DUI in Arizona
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NBA star Dillon Brooks was pulled over and arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona, early Friday morning. Bodycam footage shows officers noting a strong marijuana smell in his car, though a breathalyzer test registered 0.0 for alcohol. Hours later, Brooks shared workout videos on social media without addressing the incident.
The Phoenix Suns face the Boston Celtics on Monday night at TD Garden, aiming to rebound from a recent loss during their road trip. Boston looks to build on its latest win and maintain its strong Eastern Conference standing.
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Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia has committed $4 million in prizes to boost the NBA's dunk and 3-point contests during the 2027 All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. The pledge, discussed on ESPN's The Pat McAfee Show, aims to draw top players by offering $1 million to each winner plus a matching donation to their chosen charity. Ishbia expressed confidence that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver would back the initiative amid criticism of recent events' lack of star power.
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker strained his right groin during a win over the Lakers on December 1 but may be available for the team's NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Oklahoma City Thunder on December 10. The Suns provided an update indicating he would be re-evaluated in one week. Booker has prior experience with similar injuries.
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The Phoenix Suns have dropped in several NBA power rankings following a challenging week that included losses to strong opponents. Despite a statement win over the Los Angeles Lakers, the team struggled against the Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Denver Nuggets. Various outlets placed the Suns between No. 7 and No. 14 in their latest assessments.