| Human Profile | |
| Name: | Dillon Brooks |
| Birthday: | January 22, 1996 (age 30 years), Born in Mississauga, Canada |
| Height: | 6'7" (201 cm) |
| Education: | Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School (No Degree) Findlay Prep (Diploma) University of Oregon (Dropped Out), General Social Science |
Overview
Dillon Brooks is a Canadian professional basketball player, recognized for his tenacious defense which earned him NBA All-Defensive Second Team honors and the FIBA World Cup’s Best Defensive Player award, and for his collegiate success as Pac-12 Player of the Year at Oregon.
Latest News (Feb 3, 2026): Dillon Brooks appeared on a live Twitch stream with influencer N3on, where clips went viral after he called LeBron James "overrated" and criticized active players like Paul George and Draymond Green for hosting "terrible" podcasts. This social media buzz followed his recent career-high 40-point performance against the Pistons and the news of his snub from the 2026 All-Star reserve roster.
Early Life
Dillon Brooks was born on January 22, 1996, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He attended Findlay Prep in Henderson, Nevada, for high school.
College Career
Brooks played college basketball for the Oregon Ducks. During his time at Oregon, from 2014 to 2017, he became the first sophomore in the program’s history to score 1,000 career points. In his junior year, he earned All-Pac-12 honors. In 2017, he was named a consensus second-team All-American and was the Pac-12 Player of the Year. Following his junior season, Brooks declared for the 2017 NBA draft.
Professional Career
Memphis Grizzlies (2017–2023)
Brooks was selected as the 45th overall pick in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets, who then traded his draft rights to the Memphis Grizzlies. He began his professional career with the Grizzlies, where he developed a reputation for his tenacious defense. In 2023, he earned a selection to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
Houston Rockets (2023–2025)
In July 2023, Brooks was traded to the Houston Rockets. During his time in Houston, he was valued for his defensive intensity and accountability, which was seen as a stabilizing force for the young team.
Phoenix Suns (2025–present)
Brooks was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2025. His arrival was seen as an effort to bring a tougher identity and defensive edge to the team.
National Team Career
Brooks has represented the Canadian national basketball team. He played a key role in Canada’s bronze medal win at the FIBA World Cup in 2023, where he was named the tournament’s Best Defensive Player.