On Saturday night, Chris Paul stirred up tension when he delivered a subtle smack to Dillon Brooks during a scuffle involving Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. The incident unfolded in the third quarter of the Spurs’ 109-106 victory over the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, marking San Antonio’s first win of the season.
The altercation began as Brooks aggressively defended Wembanyama, who was wrestling him for control of the ball. Neither player yielded, resulting in a tense standoff.
Teammates quickly jumped in to separate the two, and amid the commotion, Paul approached Brooks and delivered a discreet smack to the back of his head. The quick hit appeared to go unnoticed by officials, as the game continued without disciplinary action against Paul.
The Spurs ultimately retained possession following the scuffle, and Paul’s sly move drew no official response, leaving fans buzzing about the moment on social media.
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Known for their scrappy playing styles and crafty veteran tactics, Paul and Brooks each have a reputation for being willing to get under opponents’ skin, and this exchange added to their on-court personas.
Paul contributed 3 points and 9 assists over his 27 minutes of play, bringing his signature leadership to the Spurs’ lineup. Brooks, meanwhile, scored 16 points for Houston in the close loss, showcasing his typical tenacity on both ends of the floor.
With two fiery competitors like Paul and Brooks on the court, fans can likely expect more tense encounters as the season progresses.
