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With big contracts come high expectations. When a player signs a lucrative deal, fans scrutinize their performance, looking for any signs of underachievement. This is precisely what happened to 27-year-old NBA star Dillon Brooks, who recently secured an astounding $80 million contract with the Houston Rockets.

Despite his impressive payday, Brooks found himself at the receiving end of brutal trolling in a recent pro-am game.?

Dillon Brook?s NBA drive

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Brooks is a young shooting guard, and he has gained popularity in the NBA ever since his debut. He played college basketball for the Oregon Ducks before being drafted by the Houston Rockets in the second round of the 2017 draft. He was subsequently traded to Memphis Grizzlies on draft night.

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Brooks had a little bump start early on with multiple foot injuries. That limited him to just 18 games in his sophomore season. He bounced back quickly in the subsequent seasons and showcased immense skill. He averaged double-digit points per game and proved himself as an integral part of Memphis’ roster.?

Recently, the Rockets inked a four-year deal worth a staggering $80 million with the 27 YO Dillon.?

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It certainly raised expectations across the NBA community. While some celebrated his accomplishment, others were quick to criticize and doubt whether he deserved such a contract.

Fans trolled Brooks at a pro-am game?

The trolling reached its peak during a Toronto Pro-Am game when fans continuously chanted “overrated” in the middle of the game.?

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Despite facing this relentless backlash, Brooks maintained his composure and let his performance on the court silence his critics. In an impressive game, he scored 28 points to lead his team to victory.

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Success often comes hand-in-hand with criticism. Despite securing a staggering $80 million deal, Brooks found himself at the center of brutal trolling during a game. It only shows that fan expectations will always be high.