Dillon Brooks addresses claims he targeted Stephen Curry’s swollen thumb in heated matchup

Stephen Curry is known for keeping his composure on the court. He stays focused on the game and typically avoids any confrontations. On the other hand, Dillon Brooks thrives on physical play, and that was on full display in the recent matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets.

After Houston secured a crucial 131-116 win to stay alive in the series, Brooks and teammate Alperen Sengun addressed the media. They reflected on their standout performance and the importance of the victory in keeping their playoff hopes alive.

During the press conference, both players shared their thoughts on the game. At one point, a reporter asked Brooks whether he was targeting Curry’s swollen thumb. Brooks didn’t shy away from the question and responded with a bold statement.

“I’ve been playing the game for a while. If I had an injured ankle, I would attack that ankle every single time. So, whatever they’re saying on the broadcast, they can keep saying it,” Brooks told reporters following the Rockets‘ Game 5 victory in the NBA Playoffs.

Dillon Brooks #9 of the Houston Rockets.

Curry reacts to viral photo of his swollen thumb

Along with fielding questions about Brooks and Sengun, Curry was also asked about his health and the outlook for the rest of the series. During the postgame press conference, a reporter referenced a photo showing Curry’s thumb looking swollen ahead of the game against the Rockets. Curry responded with a smile.

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As he iced his hand, the reporter inquired about the thumb’s condition. Curry quipped, “It feels pretty cold.” When the reporter noted how swollen it looked in the image, Curry laughed and replied, “You got the feds on me?”

Despite the concern, Warriors fans remain hopeful that Curry will be at full strength for the critical upcoming games. The next matchup could determine their path to the Western Conference Semifinals.

Curry reflects on Warriors’ struggles in Game 5 loss

Curry’s postgame remarks also addressed the Warriors’ underwhelming performance, noting that the Rockets capitalized by playing with more urgency and physicality. Golden State, on the other hand, lacked the same energy, something Curry believes was a key factor in the loss.

“They got confidence, went on a run, got the crowd into it early, and the desperate team set the tone. For us, we understand how to negate that going into Game 6,” Curry said.