In Game 5 against the Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors' broadcaster Bob Fitzgerald expressed frustration over Dillon Brooks' aggressive play, particularly targeting Steph Curry's injured thumb. Fitzgerald accused Brooks of intentionally trying to exploit Curry's injury, which was sustained during a previous game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Throughout the match, Brooks was seen making contact with Curry's hand on multiple occasions, prompting Fitzgerald to assert that it was no accident. The tension escalated as Curry himself confronted officials about the contact after a 3-pointer attempt.

Coach Steve Kerr also voiced his concerns about Brooks’ actions, referencing a pattern of contact that put Curry at risk. As the game progressed and the Warriors fell behind significantly, concerns for Curry’s well-being became paramount, leading Kerr to pull him from the game. Despite the controversy, the Warriors may have dodged further injury risk due to the lopsided score, allowing them to rest Curry and minimize exposure to Brooks' aggressive defense.