Suns' Dillon Brooks Criticizes NBA Stars Doing Podcasts

Brooks says players like Draymond Green and Paul George should "stick to hoops" instead of hosting podcasts.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:55pm

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Phoenix Suns player Dillon Brooks has criticized NBA stars like Draymond Green and Paul George for hosting podcasts during the season, arguing that they should focus on basketball instead. Brooks believes the players who do podcasts "are not good at basketball" and should "focus on hoops" rather than adding the distraction of a podcast.

Why it matters

Brooks' comments highlight the ongoing debate around NBA players balancing their on-court performance with off-court activities like podcasting. Some believe the added visibility and commentary can be a distraction, while others see it as a way for players to shape narratives and offer insight into the league.

The details

In a livestream with popular streamer N3on, Brooks said: "I will be getting on dudes for the guys who want to do podcasts when they are playing. They are all terrible. They talk too much for me. They're not good at basketball so focus on hoops." While Brooks did not name specific players, he was clearly referring to stars like Draymond Green and Paul George who have hosted their own podcasts during the NBA season.

  • Dillon Brooks made these comments during a livestream on February 1, 2026.

The players

Dillon Brooks

A player for the Phoenix Suns who has been one of the team's most consistent performers this season, averaging 21.1 points and 3.6 rebounds per game.

Draymond Green

A star player for the Golden State Warriors who has hosted his own podcast during the NBA season.

Paul George

An NBA star who has also hosted a podcast while still playing professionally.

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What they’re saying

“I will be getting on dudes for the guys who want to do podcasts when they are playing. They are all terrible. They talk too much for me. They're not good at basketball so focus on hoops.”

— Dillon Brooks, Phoenix Suns Player (Twitch)

The takeaway

Brooks' comments highlight the ongoing debate around whether NBA players should focus solely on basketball or if they can balance their on-court performance with off-court activities like podcasting. This issue speaks to broader questions about player transparency, distractions, and the evolving role of athletes as public figures.