Stephen Jackson, who praised Brooks during the Memphis vs. Los Angeles series, said the team “degraded” his character based on their quick, aggressive hooks towards the 27-year-old. It is also believed that James’ influence in the league had something to do with the decision. “For me, I think it’s bulls,” Jackson said on the “Paper Route” podcast via I AM ATHLETE. “I think if you offend LeBron, everyone gets pissed off. I think when you’re running against LeBron, everybody gets pissed off. Yeah, he’s got a chip on his shoulder. Yes, he might say some things. But he is not the first player to do so. Ron Artest did it, you did it, Draymond [Green] do that. I don’t agree with them coming out and saying that.” -Trans Foxnews.com / May 4, 2023