Stephen Jackson, who praised Brooks throughout Memphis’ collection towards L.A., mentioned the staff “demeaned” his character primarily based on their fast and aggressive hook on the 27-year-old. He additionally feels James’ influence within the league had one thing to do with the choice. “For me, I believe it’s bulls–t,” Jackson mentioned on the “Paper Route” podcast by way of I AM ATHLETE. “I assume in the event you offend LeBron, everyone will get mad. I assume while you compete towards LeBron, everyone will get mad. Yeah, he obtained a chip on his shoulder. Yeah, he may say some issues. However he ain’t the primary participant to do this. Ron Artest did it, I did, Draymond [Green] does it. I don’t agree with them popping out and saying that s–t.” -via Ryan Morik @ FOXnews.com / Might 4, 2023