NBA issues $25,000 fine to Houston's Dillon Brooks
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Dillon Brook's pockets will be a little lighter due to his comments following the Rockets' win over the Celtics.
Kristaps Porzingis was whistled for a technical foul after bumping Rockets guard Dillon Brooks in the first quarter on Monday night. Ultimately, it was Brooks that got the last laugh though in a 114-112 comeback win over the Celtics at TD Garden.
The Celtics fell apart defensively on the final two possessions as Dillon Brooks and the Rockets claimed a 114-112 victory.
Dillon Brooks appeared to take a subtle shot at Kristaps Porzingis following his stellar performance in the Houston Rockets’ thrilling 114-112 victory over the Boston Celtics.
Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for using profane language during a live televised postgame interview.
Dillon Brooks' first career win in Boston prompted a memorable TV interview that netted the Houston Rockets' forward a five-figure fine from the NBA.
Houston's January surge continued as they overcame a 12-point fourth quarter deficit to sink the Celtics in Boston
With 36 points and 10 made 3s, Dillon Brooks had one of the best long-range shooting games in Rockets history as Houston won at Boston.
Brooks smashed his career high with 36 points, while Thompson had a career-high 33, including the winning shot in the final second.
Thompson talks to Kelly Iko about his mindset, his impact and what he's learning from Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet.