Phoenix Suns guard Dillon Brooks has identified three of the NBA's biggest stars—Luka Doncic, Steph Curry, and LeBron James—as frequent complainers on the court. Brooks, known for his own vocal presence, made the remarks when asked to name the top five complainers in basketball. He also included Jaren Jackson Jr. and Giannis Antetokounmpo on his list.
Brooks specifically called Doncic a "big-ass complainer." He also noted an instance involving Curry, stating, "I actually gave him a shot in his chest on a contest." When considering LeBron James, Brooks added, "LeBron, for sure."
This assessment comes amidst ongoing on-court interactions and past rivalries. Doncic has previously acknowledged Brooks as a significant trash-talker and expressed enjoyment in their matchups. Historically, Doncic has performed well against Brooks, averaging 29.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game in their career encounters. During a game last season, Brooks received a Flagrant 1 foul for a play involving Curry, whom Curry afterward jokingly described as "bush league."
The dynamic between Brooks and James has been particularly notable since the 2023 NBA playoffs, marked by a prominent staredown during pregame warmups. More recently, Brooks was observed courtside during Game 4 of the Lakers-Thunder playoff series, laughing after James missed a free throw. The rivalry is set to continue as James enters free agency for the first time in eight years and will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming season.