Dillon Brooks
#3SF · Phoenix Suns
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 542 | 14.8 | 3.3 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 42.2% | 35.3% | 81.1% |
| 2025-26 | 50 | 20.9 | 3.7 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 44.0% | 34.3% | 85.6% |
| 2024-25 | 7 | 12.3 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 44.4% | 34.5% | 83.3% |
| 2023-24 | 72 | 12.7 | 3.4 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 42.8% | 35.9% | 84.4% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$42.1M
AAV
$21.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Dillon Brooks's contract with the Phoenix Suns grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C- CVI grade. At $21.1M per year over 2 years, this is a mid-tier contract. Dillon's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 30, Dillon still has productive years ahead, though the contract extends into the decline phase. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Dillon Brooks earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Small Forward. Across 542 career games, Dillon has averaged 14.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Dillon's strongest metric is FG% at 4217.8, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 2.0, below the Small Forward median of 4.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Dillon ranks 34th in overall performance. Dillon will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Phoenix Suns.
Current Sentiment
Dillon Brooks faces significant perception damage from legal troubles overshadowing his basketball contributions. On-court performance remains inconsistent; C+ grade reflects limited impact and reliability concerns. At $21.1M annually, Brooks's contract appears questionable given injury history and production decline. DUI arrest and reckless driving citations dominate narratives; character concerns now exceed basketball discussions. Fan confidence is pessimistic—injuries, legal issues, and modest play create doubt about his future value.
Transaction History
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