# CULTURE CHANGER: Dillon Brooks Ranked 76th In ESPN Top 100 But Where The Heck Is Jalen Green?

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Podcast: [Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast On The Phoenix Suns](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-suns-daily-podcast-on-the-phoenix-suns-53324)
Published: 2026-09-23T10:00:00+00:00
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Phoenix Suns’ gritty culture gets a boost as Dillon Brooks earns respect as the “culture changer” in ESPN’s Top 100 NBA player rankings. Is it time for Devin Booker and Jalen Green to get similar recognition, or does this spotlight reveal deeper questions about leadership and accountability in Phoenix? Benjamin Garcia dissects Brooks landing at 76th, debates his true value versus names like Walker Kessler and Tyler Herro, and points out how ESPN finally credits Brooks’ intangible impact on team mentality. Garcia warns Suns fans to brace for “disrespect” as Devin Booker’s upcoming ranking may spark outrage, but argues that being overlooked could fuel the team’s underdog mentality. Why was Jalen Green snubbed entirely, and what does his absence signal for his future with the Suns? The episode also features hot takes on Jalen Green’s expectations, the backup center battle between Oso Ighodaro, Rasheer Fleming, and Koa Peat, and what these moves mean for Phoenix’s playoff hopes. 00:00 Phoenix Suns thrive on doubt 06:21 Dillon Brooks's impact in Phoenix 07:02 Dillon Brooks demands excellence 11:22 Finding the perfect living room piece 15:00 Devin Booker's current challenges 16:30 Predictions about player rankings 22:33 Discussing JG4's MIP Potential 23:24 Discussing expectations for Jalen Green 26:43 Discussing Suns' backup center options

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