Dillon Brooks' mugshot (Image: Phoenix PD)
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested Friday morning in Scottsdale, Arizona, for suspicion of driving under the influence, according to authorities.
Brooks was at a traffic stop when he was placed under arrest and later transported to Scottsdale City Jail. Brooks was “respectful and cooperative” during the arrest. He was later released at 3:30 a.m., per the Scottsdale Police Department
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The Suns acknowledged the incident in a statement: “We are aware of the situation involving Dillon Brooks and are gathering more information.”
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It is yet to be determined if Brooks will face charges, and that will be up to city prosecutors.
The forward has been sidelined due to a fractured hand since Feb. 21 against the Orlando Magic, and was having a career year in his first season with the Suns. Brooks is averaging a career-high 20.9 points per game and 3.7 rebounds per game.
The Suns currently sit at 35-27 and are the seventh seed in the West. They are 2-2 since Brooks suffered a fractured hand. The injury is expected to sideline Brooks 4-6 weeks.
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