"Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence early Friday morning in Scottsdale, Ariz., police said. Officers conducted a traffic stop in Scottsdale at roughly 1 a.m. and after an investigation, Brooks was arrested. He was taken to jail and released following the booking process around 3:30 a.m."
"The 30-year-old from Mississauga, Ont., hasn't played since Feb. 21 because of a fractured left hand. He's expected to be out until at least late March after having surgery."
"Before the injury, Brooks was having the best season of his NBA career, averaging a career-high 20.9 points per game. He came to the Suns as part of the trade that sent 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant to the Rockets during the offseason."
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence during a traffic stop in Scottsdale, Arizona at approximately 1 a.m. on Friday. He was taken into custody, booked, and released around 3:30 a.m. The 30-year-old has been sidelined since February 21 due to a fractured left hand requiring surgery, with an expected return date in late March. The Suns acknowledged awareness of the situation but declined further comment. Brooks was having a career-best season averaging 20.9 points per game before his injury. He joined the Suns in an offseason trade involving Kevin Durant's departure to the Rockets.
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