Separations between athletes and teams are unavoidable in the world of professional sports. Dillon Brooks’ departure from the Memphis Grizzlies signaled the end of an era, and now, he is flourishing with the Houston Rockets. Brooks feels he is finally in a team where they appreciate him and know his worth. After signing a multi-million dollar deal with the Rockets, he is locked in with them for 4 years.

However, now the Rockets are going to face Brooks’ former team, Memphis Grizzlies. He spoke about his former team in an interview, and the things he had to say about them were not positive at all.

Dillion Brooks takes shots at his former team

Dillion Brooks and the Grizzlies might have some differences, but the athlete has happily moved on. However, after moving on, generally, a person does not say anything negative and ignores the matter. Unfortunately, that is not the case with Brooks. He called the Grizzles his “girlfriend that he used to have”. And also said, “I don?t worry about the past. I?m here building a future with these guys.”

As the Rockets are set to face the Grizzlies for the first time after Brooks’ trade, he said, “You can see now they have no swagger. We have swagger. We have an identity we?re building. Each and every game, we show it more and more. That?s what I want for my guys. That?s what I want for each and every guy on the floor: to play their best basketball.”

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His departure from Memphis, however, was not without controversy. Because Brooks thought he had become the “scapegoat” for the team’s playoff loss against the Lakers. His transfer to the Rockets, on the other hand, has proved successful, with players and management appreciating the attributes that formerly marked the Grizzlies. So after he has made such bold statements against his former team, it will be interesting to see how the tempers flare when the two teams collide on the court.

How has Brooks fared at the Rockets?

The Rockets, who had been going through a difficult rebuilding process, discovered a defensive and tough-minded jewel in Brooks. General Manager Rafael Stone applauds Brooks for bringing constant energy to every game, a vital lesson for rookies aiming for greatness. Despite some early reservations regarding his deal, Brooks’ contribution to the club is clear. The Rockets signed him to a $80 million deal and locked him in for 4 years. His?on-court presence remains arrogantly?fierce however, he is?prepared to back up his comments with performance. The club has advanced from a low point in?the defensive rankings, demonstrating the influence of Brooks’ perseverance.

The Villian finally feels appreciated in his journey with his new club. And since he has left the Grizzlies, their former rough and grinding style is nowhere to be seen anymore. While Brooks may reflect on what may have gone wrong with the Grizzlies, he is totally dedicated to transforming the Rockets into a strong force in the NBA. As he continues to succeed in Houston, the separation from Memphis acts as an essential moment, driving Brooks to a better future.

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