WATCH: Dillon Brooks floors LeBron James after hitting wrong ‘balls’ courtesy of a VICIOUS ‘low blow’, gets ejected

Dillon Brooks cannot keep himself away from controversy. The Memphis Grizzlies star has made rounds on the internet for his controversial and provoking statements lately. These include challenging LeBron James, belittling his career achievements, and calling him old, let alone other things throughout the season.

Brooks, who has been hurling vocal jabs at the King, did the most unexpected thing. Dillon Brooks was ejected from Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers after catching LeBron James below the belt.

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With just under 12 minutes remaining in the third quarter, the scenario completely changed for Brooks. Brooks went one on one against James, defending against him on the Lakers’ side of the court. James made a behind-the-back crossover as Brooks went on the opposite side. To regain the ball, Brooks reached and poked James’ groin, immediately putting the player on the floor in pain.

Brooks was ejected for a Flagrant 2 as the referees said the foul was unnecessary and excessive. This didn’t surprise many, as Brooks has been a repeat offender in the past. This wasn’t a standalone event, therefore making it easier for the referees to kick the player out.

Dillon Brooks had pissed off LA Fans and several people across the world, including pundits, etc., for his previous statements. Brooks had called James “old,” while also saying that he wasn’t afraid of “King” James. And now the ejection only adds to the wrath he’ll be on the receiving end of.

Let us take a deeper dive into how Brooks’ antics have been directed toward the Lakers superstar.

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Dillon Brooks’ statements in the past on LeBron James

Dillon Brooks, the Grizzlies’ forward, held nothing back in a recent interview prior to the Lakers’ series against the team. As per fans, he fearlessly mentioned big names and got himself into trouble. In the playoffs ‘ first round, Brooks expressed his confidence in facing the Lakers and their star player, LeBron James. In fact, he believed that a first-round matchup against the Lakers was ideal for his team, and they would eliminate them from the playoffs. “I’m not afraid to play LeBron James in a seven-game series. It’s about the legacy. First time back in the playoffs, let’s knock him out,” said Brooks.

In another statement right after the Game 2 victory against the Lakers, Brooks said more ridiculous things. During the post-game interview, Brooks criticized James, proclaiming, “I don’t give someone respect until they score 40.” James had finished the game with 28 points, leading his team despite a difficult shooting night for the Lakers. Brooks continued to add more fuel to the fire during his interview, stating, “I don’t care, he’s old…If he wanted to say something, he should have said it earlier when I got my fourth foul.”

The 27-year-old guard anticipated that the Lakers’ star would start talking trash in Game 4 or 5, but he was ready to respond to him in Game 2. “I’m not afraid to provoke and engage with my opponents…My defensive skills are my pride,” concluded Dillon Brooks. He has developed a reputation for being a notorious trash-talker this season, particularly against teams such as the Golden State Warriors and the Lakers.

Karma might’ve gotten back to Brooks, who is now ejected from the game against the Lakers. Watch closely, as the match could take a turn at any point.

In case you missed it:

• “He’s gonna pay for this one” – NBA fans CONVINCED Dillon Brooks calling out LeBron James is final nail in the Grizzlies’ coffin
• “I don’t care. He’s old” – Dillon Brooks DISSES LeBron James, claims won’t respect Lakers superstar until he drops 40 on him

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