The Houston Rockets (32-14) go for a season sweep of the Memphis Grizzlies (31-16) on Thursday night in a nationally televised game at FedEx Forum, the fourth and final game in the regular-season series between the Western Conference rivals.
The NBA issued a $25,000 fine to Rockets forward Dillon Brooks “for using profane language during a live television interview” after a win in Boston.
Dillon Brook's pockets will be a little lighter due to his comments following the Rockets' win over the Celtics.
The NBA referees said that Trae Young started the incident in Wednesday's game and Dillon Brooks reacted resulting in a double technical.
Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks shoots against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) and center Zach Edey on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. (Brandon Dill/AP) The Grizzlies were sick of the Houston Rockets. This time, it was Memphis’ turn to celebrate.
The Celtics fell apart defensively on the final two possessions as Dillon Brooks and the Rockets claimed a 114-112 victory.
Desmond Bane had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 21, including game-winning free throws with 8.6 second left and the Memphis Grizzlies came back for a 120-119 victory over the Houston Rockets.
Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for using profane language during a live televised postgame interview.
Jaren Jackson Jr. sank two free throws with 8.6 seconds remaining to lift the Memphis Grizzlies to a 120-119 victory over the visiting Houston
Jaren Jackson Jr. sank two free throws with 8.6 seconds remaining to lift the Memphis Grizzlies to a 120-119 victory over the visiting Houston Rockets on Thursday.
The Grizzlies knew they needed a win against the Rockets after losing three times earlier this season. Here's how they pulled it off.