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Aaron Brooks | Guard

Team: Phoenix Suns
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 161
Age / DOB:  (27) / 1/14/1985
College: Oregon
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Aaron Brooks' status as a restricted free agent is complicated by the Suns' impending decision about free agent Steve Nash.
If Nash re-signs in Phoenix, then the Suns would almost certainly let Brooks sign elsewhere, but if Nash leaves they'll be looking for a new starting PG. Brooks was clear about how he views his role in the NBA, saying, "If I’m not a starter, I’m definitely trying to be Sixth Man of the Year." May 5 - 10:32 AM
Source: Hoopsworld.com

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Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Beat writer Paul Coro does not expect Aaron Brooks to join the Suns this season.

Brooks' Chinese team lost in the Finals, 4-1. He's now eligible to sign with Phoenix, but it's not a likely scenario with Steve Nash, Sebastian Telfair and Ronnie Price all healthy. Brooks will become a restricted free agent this offseason if the Suns don't sign him now.
Source: Arizona Republic
Apr 5 - 2:27 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks' team is in the Chinese Basketball Association finals.

Brooks' Guangdong Southern Tigers trail Stephon Marbury's Beijing Ducks 3-1 in a best-of-seven series. Once the series is over, Brooks will be allowed to re-sign with the Suns as a restricted free agent. It's unclear if the Suns wish to bring Brooks back as Sebastian Telfair has held down the backup point guard job nicely.
Related: Sebastian Telfair
Source: Arizona Republic
Mar 29 - 2:24 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks' team is still alive in the Chinese Basketball Association playoffs.

Brooks is the star of the Guangdong Southern Tigers, who are one win away from the CBA Finals. Once the Chinese season is over, he'll be free to sign with the Suns. If no deal is reached, he'll be a restricted free agent this offseason -- just like Wilson Chandler's situation with the Nuggets.
Source: Arizona Republic
Mar 8 - 2:07 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

The Suns will retain restricted free agent rights on Aaron Brooks once his team is eliminated from the Chinese Basketball Association playoffs.

For what it's worth (very little), Brooks is averaging 20.5 points and 4.8 assists in China. His team is in first place, so he's not expected to be eligible to return to the NBA until March. Brooks may choose to sit out the rest of the NBA season in search of a multi-year deal this summer.
Source: Arizona Republic
Feb 2 - 2:43 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports, Aaron Brooks has reached an agreement to play for the Guangdong Southern Tigers in China.

The team has been linked to fellow point guard Rodney Stuckey, but Brooks' signing would seem to indicate that Stuckey is no longer an option. Brooks, a restricted free agent, is allowed to sign in China but will not be able to return until the close of the Chinese season.
Related: Rodney Stuckey
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter
Thu, Nov 17, 2011 09:05:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks has reportedly discussed a deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv.

The talks have been confirmed by multiple sources, but momentum in the NBA's lockout negotiations may have "scared" Brooks. It sounds like his interest in playing in Israel has waned for the moment, but any stall in CBA talks could prod him to join Jordan Farmar in Maccabi's backcourt.
Source: Sportando Basket on Twitter
Fri, Sep 9, 2011 09:49:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Israeli team Maccabi Tel Aviv is reportedly after Suns backup point guard Aaron Brooks, according to Eurobasket.com.

There isn't much smoke here, and until there is we're throwing this report in the pile of reports that have come to pass without any movement. As a RFA with a $3 million qualifying offer from the Suns, and having made just under $4 million in his career, he would have to be desperate to risk injury overseas.
Source: Dubi Pick on Twitter
Thu, Sep 8, 2011 10:42:00 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks is reportedly considering an offer from a team in China.

Brooks already endorses multiple Chinese products and is very popular there due to his time with Yao Ming and the Rockets. Players don't typically earn huge salaries in the Chinese Basketball Association, but the opportunities for marketing are tremendous.
Source: HoopsWorld
Sat, Jul 30, 2011 09:53:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks, a restricted free agent, says he loves playing for the Suns, despite being a backup to Steve Nash.

"How's Phoenix? I love Phoenix," he said. "I think they like me, too. They picked up my qualifying offer, didn't they?" After surprisingly losing his job to Kyle Lowry in Houston, Brooks probably likes telling people he plays behind Nash.
Source: Arizona Republic
Wed, Jul 27, 2011 11:24:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Restricted free agent Aaron Brooks said that "all signs" point toward him returning to the Suns.

Steve Nash's name has popped up in trade rumors, but we doubt the veteran will actually end up elsewhere. The Suns will likely retain Brooks as Nash's primary backup and groom him to be their main point guard of the future. It's a good fit for both sides.
Source: Hoopsworld.com
Wed, Jul 13, 2011 09:46:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

The Kings are reportedly interested in restricted free agent Aaron Brooks.

The Suns just gave Brooks a $3 million qualifying offer and can match any offer sheet that he signs. Should Sacramento acquire him, which is unlikely, their projected backcourt rotations would get even messier.
Source: NY Daily News
Sun, Jun 26, 2011 10:06:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Suns extended a $3 million qualifying offer to PG Aaron Brooks.

Brooks is now a restricted free agent, giving the Suns the right to match any offer sheet. The ex-Rocket was outplayed by Kyle Lowry last season and proceeded to struggle in limited minutes with the Suns. He's unlikely to garner any significant offer sheet and won't have much fantasy value unless Steve Nash gets traded.
Source: Paul Coro on Twitter
Thu, Jun 23, 2011 12:44:00 PM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

The Suns are expected to tender a qualifying offer to Aaron Brooks before June 30.

Brooks will become a restricted free agent, giving the Suns the right to match any offer. Considering the awful year Brooks had last season, they should be able to retain him with ease. If Steve Nash ends up dealt, Brooks could be looking at a true starting gig.
Source: Arizona Republic
Wed, Jun 22, 2011 09:52:00 AM
Aaron Brooks - G - Suns

Aaron Brooks started for injured Steve Nash again on Friday and had nine points, nine assists and zero 3-pointers in a loss to the Hornets.

Not a great night for Brooks, but still effective. Nash could be shut down with nothing left to play for, so hang onto Brooks if you own him.
Related: Steve Nash
Sat, Apr 9, 2011 01:03:00 AM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Steve Nash
2Aaron Brooks
3Sebastian Telfair
4Ronnie Price
SG1Shannon Brown
2Michael Redd
PF1Channing Frye
2Markieff Morris
3Hakim Warrick
SF1Jared Dudley
2Josh Childress
3Grant Hill
C1Marcin Gortat
2Robin Lopez