Dillon Brooks ejected after kicking Jamal Murray in groin during game
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Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Dillon Brooks of the Phoenix Suns was ejected during a game against the Denver Nuggets on October 30, 2026. The incident occurred in the third quarter when Brooks, attempting a turnaround jumper, accidentally kicked Jamal Murray in the groin. Initially called for an offensive foul, officials reviewed the play and upgraded it to a Flagrant 2, resulting in Brooks' ejection. At the time, he was leading the Suns with 22 points on efficient shooting. The game continues after Murray returned to play.
- •Dillon Brooks was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul.
- •Incident occurred during the third quarter.
- •Jamal Murray briefly left the game but returned to play.
- •Brooks scored 22 points before his ejection.
- •Game is still underway as of October 30, 2026.
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- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Fans react to Dillon Brooks’ ejection from NBA Cup matchup vs. Nuggets
"PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks always plays with physicality and attitude, but on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets, that physicality went a little too far. Oct 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) reaches for the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.
"PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was ejected Friday night against the Denver Nuggets for kicking Jamal Murray in the groin.Brooks attempted a turnaround jumper in the third quarter with Murray guarding, and when Brooks fell backward he kicked his right leg forward, making contact with Murray.
"Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was hit with a flagrant 2 in the Oct. 30 game against the Denver Nuggets at Mortgage Matchup Center.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 31, 2026, 4:08 AMSuns' Dillon Brooks ejected from NBA Cup game against Nuggets
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was hit with a flagrant 2 in the Oct. 30 game against the Denver Nuggets at Mortgage Matchup Center.
- Yahoo SportsOct 31, 2026, 3:48 AMSuns' Dillon Brooks ejected from game for kicking Nuggets' Jamal Murray in the groin
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was ejected Friday night against the Denver Nuggets for kicking Jamal Murray in the groin.Brooks attempted a turnaround jumper in the third quarter with Murray guarding, and when Brooks fell backward he kicked his right leg forward, making contact with Murray.
- Yahoo SportsOct 31, 2026, 3:45 AMFans react to Dillon Brooks’ ejection from NBA Cup matchup vs. Nuggets
PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks always plays with physicality and attitude, but on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets, that physicality went a little too far. Oct 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) reaches for the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.
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