NBA announces Players of the Week: Dillon Brooks earns first career honor; Doncic, Kawhi, Durant among nominees

On February 3rd Beijing time, the NBA officially revealed the Players of the Week for Week 15. Dillon Brooks from the Suns earned Western Conference Player of the Week, and Brandon Miller from the Hornets was awarded Eastern Conference Player of the Week. This marked the first time either player has won this accolade in their careers. Other notable nominees included Doncic, Kawhi, and Durant.

Western Conference Player of the Week: Dillon

During the past week, Dillon led the Suns to a 3-1 record, averaging 28.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game, shooting 53.5% from the field and an impressive 54.5% from beyond the arc.

Against the Nets, Dillon scored 26 points with 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block; versus the Pistons, he posted a career-high 40 points along with 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block; in the game against the Cavaliers, he contributed 27 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals; and versus the Clippers, he added 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist.

So far this season, Dillon is averaging 21.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. The Suns hold a 30-20 record, ranking 7th in the Western Conference.

Eastern Conference Player of the Week: Miller

Over the last week, Miller guided the Hornets to a perfect 4-0 run, posting averages of 26.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, with a three-point shooting percentage of 50%.

In the matchup against the 76ers, Miller tallied 30 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals; versus the Grizzlies, he scored 26 points, grabbed 1 rebound, and dished out 3 assists; against the Mavericks, he put up 23 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 block; and facing the Spurs, he posted 26 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block.

This season, Miller is averaging 20.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. The Hornets have a 22-28 record, currently sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference.

The following players received nominations for Player of the Week —

West: Doncic (Lakers), Durant (Rockets), Edwards (Timberwolves), Alexander (Thunder), Leonard (Clippers)

East: Allen (Cavaliers), Anunoby and Hart (Knicks), Cunningham (Pistons), Embiid (76ers), Naismith (Pacers)