Dillon Brooks is unfazed by the rush to catch the first bus; he’s more focused on his role as the Houston Rockets’ defensive lynchpin. After a stellar defensive display for Canada at the World Cup, including limiting Luka Don\u010di\u0107 to 8-of-20 shooting, Brooks looks forward to playing under Rockets’ new head coach Ime Udoka.<\/p>\n
Don\u010di\u0107, post-game, voiced his respect despite the physicality: “A lot of people don’t like him, but I respect him for what he does.”<\/p>\n
In Houston, Brooks’ leadership will be pivotal. The Rockets, formerly known for their offense, are prioritizing defense under Udoka. “They just needed more on the defensive end,” Brooks told Yahoo Sports.<\/p>\n
With a new $86 million contract from Houston, Brooks is prepared for a leadership role. “Just having a positive mindset, knowing that it\u2019s gonna be a transition day by day,” he said.<\/p>\n
For Brooks, changing his defensive approach is not on the agenda. “I bring a different type of defense with my IQ and how physical I play,” he concludes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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