NBA forward arrested on suspicion of DUI after traffic stop

7 Mar 2026 • 2:37 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in Scottsdale, Arizona, during the early hours of Friday morning.
  • Police conducted a traffic stop at approximately 1am, leading to his arrest and subsequent release from jail around 3:30am after completing the booking process.
  • Brooks has been sidelined from play since 21 February due to a fractured left hand, an injury that required surgery, and is expected to remain out until at least late March.
  • The Phoenix Suns issued a statement acknowledging the situation, confirming they are gathering more information and have no further comment at this time.
  • The arrest took place just hours after the Suns played the Chicago Bulls at home on Thursday night, suffering a 105-103 defeat.

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