PHOENIX — Questions surrounding whether Dillon Brooks would be available to play against the Houston Rockets have been resolved, with the NBA rescinding his 18th technical foul issued Sunday.
Brooks received the technical foul against the Chicago Bulls in the fourth quarter, along with a double technical assessed to Bulls’ Mac McClung. The Phoenix Suns forward faced a one-game suspension if the league upheld the foul, which is automatically issued every two games after a player receives a 16th technical.
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The forward has previously been suspended this season due to technical foul trouble.
Jan 29, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) shoots the ball against the Detroit Pistons in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
What made this potential suspension even more notable was that the Suns are still chasing a playoff berth with four games remaining in the regular season. As one of the team’s offensive leaders and tone setters on the court, Brooks’ absence would have once again shaken up the lineup.
It would also have added more time away from the team. With Brooks trying to rebuild chemistry after being sidelined for over a month with a left-hand fracture, every minute on the court is valuable in getting him back up to speed.
Dec 23, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Some Phoenix fans have expressed frustration over the technical fouls Brooks has received, with some even suggesting he is being “targeted.”
“I’ve been watching, and it’s just not fair to keep penalizing him like this,” Mary John wrote to Burn City Sports. “Prayers for him. I’ve been watching, just a simple move, he gets penalized.”
Others say the forward needs to be more mindful of his actions during the most important stretch of the season.
“He’s a professional, and he has to keep a lid on his actions, knowing what’s at stake,” wrote Terry Adams.
Oct 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) reacts after making a shot during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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With Brooks officially available to play against his former team, the Suns aim to win as many games as possible to take control of the No. 6 seed and avoid the play-in tournament. With three games back in the standings and four games remaining, the team will need all hands on deck to clinch the final playoff spot.
The Suns take on the Rockets on Tuesday, April 7, at 8 p.m.
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