Devin Booker, about to make Suns history, has found a home (and voice) in Arizona
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Devin Booker, about to make Suns history, has found a home (and voice) in Arizona

New York Times  

PHOENIX — Andy Page was ready. “If he didn’t like something, he would tell you,” Ayers said, “but he was very polished in how he told you.” Former assistant Kevin Young said upon joining Monty Williams’ staff in 2020 he initially gave Booker space. Mama said they’d take me anywhere.” “Hilarious,” said teammate Royce O’Neale, although he expressed serious doubt when asked if Booker had a future in voice-over work. “When they told me I was getting a shoe, I was like, ‘What’s a better way to tell stories?’ because I don’t really talk that much,” Booker said. “It’s something I don’t take lightly,” said Booker, who was born in Michigan and attended high school in Mississippi.

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Devin Booker leads big 2nd quarter, Suns rout Raptors 129-89
1 week, 5 days ago

Devin Booker leads big 2nd quarter, Suns rout Raptors 129-89

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Devin Booker scored 27 points and led a second-quarter surge as the Phoenix Suns routed the Toronto Raptors 129-89 on Monday night. Playing without injured guard Bradley Beal again, the Suns saw seven players score in double figures. Scottie Barnes had 16 points and Immanuel Quickley had 15 points, seven rebounds and seven assists for the Raptors, playing …

Devin Booker scores 37 points, Suns survive scare to beat Wizards 130-123
2 months, 1 week ago

Devin Booker scores 37 points, Suns survive scare to beat Wizards 130-123

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Devin Booker scored 37 points, Kevin Durant added 23 and the Phoenix Suns weathered a late rally in a 130-123 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. Booker had his third-consecutive 30-plus game to help Phoenix survive after Washington cut a 24-point deficit to three late in the fourth quarter. Rookie Ryan Dunn added 18 points and …

Devin Booker’s groin tightness adds to Suns’ biggest issue: They can’t stay healthy
3 months, 1 week ago

Devin Booker’s groin tightness adds to Suns’ biggest issue: They can’t stay healthy

New York Times  

PHOENIX — Bradley Beal’s jump shot had been on target for most of the night, but this attempt midway in the fourth quarter rimmed out. “Sometimes their active hands, their activity, created deflections, created steals,” Budenholzer said, referring to Phoenix’s 16 turnovers, mistakes that led to 29 Indiana points. Built upon the high-powered trio of Durant, Booker and Beal, the …

Booker scores 31, leads Suns to 120-112 victory over Jazz in the teams’ NBA Cup opener
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Booker scores 31, leads Suns to 120-112 victory over Jazz in the teams’ NBA Cup opener

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Devin Booker scored 31 points and Bradley Beal added 24 to help the Phoenix Suns open NBA Cup pool play with a 120-112 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. Takeaways Suns: Explosive and efficient offense helped Phoenix squash multiple would-be rallies. Key moment After the Jazz pulled within five on back-to-back baskets from Markkanen …

Will Devin Booker’s ‘unsung’ effort in Paris earn the Suns guard more NBA respect?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Devin Booker’s ‘unsung’ effort in Paris earn the Suns guard more NBA respect?

New York Times  

PHOENIX — In the closing minutes of USA Basketball’s gold-medal win against France, Devin Booker drove baseline, drew in the defense and fired a pass to the hottest shooter in the building. It’s the main reason coach Steve Kerr called him Team USA’s “unsung MVP.” On a team of superstars, Booker had become a role player, sacrificing scoring for whatever …

Suns owner Mat Ishbia says franchise is doing ‘excellent.’ He’s quiet on coach Frank Vogel’s future
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Suns owner Mat Ishbia says franchise is doing ‘excellent.’ He’s quiet on coach Frank Vogel’s future

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Mat Ishbia knows the offseason chatter around the Phoenix Suns is it’s a team with a top-heavy roster, salary cap issues and precious little room to maneuver after a disappointing season. And that’s what we’re going to figure out — what we’ve got to tweak, modify and adjust to win a championship next year.” Ishbia and Suns general …

Devin Booker needs to star for the Suns to advance, and he didn’t do it in Game 1
11 months, 1 week ago

Devin Booker needs to star for the Suns to advance, and he didn’t do it in Game 1

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Devin Booker lost his dribble on the baseline, but the Phoenix Suns guard recovered and dribbled to the corner. Even so, Saturday’s result produced an undeniable takeaway: The Suns can’t win this series without Booker playing a starring role. GO DEEPER Inside the Suns' disappointing season and what lies ahead for Frank Vogel, Big 3 and more In …

NBA: Suns' Devin Booker Joins Wilt Chamberlain in Elite Company With 50-Point Outburst in Win vs New Orleans Pelicans
11 months, 4 weeks ago

NBA: Suns' Devin Booker Joins Wilt Chamberlain in Elite Company With 50-Point Outburst in Win vs New Orleans Pelicans

News 18  

Devin Booker scored 52 points, the fifth-highest scoring game of his career, to power the Phoenix Suns to a 124-111 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night, bringing them within a game of the Pelicans for the No. In addition to his 52-point outburst in Phoenix’s 123-109 victory over New Orleans in the Smoothie King Center on Jan. …

Devin Booker scores 52 points to lift the Suns over the Pelicans 124-111
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Devin Booker scores 52 points to lift the Suns over the Pelicans 124-111

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Devin Booker scored 52 points, the fifth-highest scoring game of his career, to power the Phoenix Suns to a 124-111 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night, bringing them within a game of the Pelicans for the No. In addition to his 52-point outburst in Phoenix’s 123-109 victory over New Orleans in the Smoothie King …

Devin Booker scores 30 points, Suns get hot from 3-point range to beat Hawks 128-115
1 year ago

Devin Booker scores 30 points, Suns get hot from 3-point range to beat Hawks 128-115

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Devin Booker scored 30 points, Eric Gordon added 21 off the bench and the Phoenix Suns beat the Atlanta Hawks 128-115 on Thursday night. Phoenix had a big push midway through the final quarter when O’Neale, Gordon and Bol Bol connected for 3-pointers on three straight offensive possessions for a 112-98 lead. “Probably the best bench performance of …

Phoenix plays Miami after Booker’s 44-point game
1 year, 2 months ago

Phoenix plays Miami after Booker’s 44-point game

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Miami Heat Miami; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Heat -4.5; over/under is 229.5 BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix takes on the Miami Heat after Devin Booker scored 44 points in the Suns’ 113-98 loss to the Orlando Magic. The Heat are shooting 46.2% from the field this season, 0.6 percentage points lower than the 46.8% the …

Devin Booker scores 52 points, Suns rout Pelicans 123-109
1 year, 2 months ago

Devin Booker scores 52 points, Suns rout Pelicans 123-109

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — As Devin Booker hit his sixth 3-pointer of the night to eclipse the 50-point plateau, he turned and looked up about 15 rows behind the Phoenix Suns’ bench, where his father and grandfather were sitting. Booker scored a season-high 52 points in 37 minutes on the court — his second straight 50-point game against New Orleans — …

NBA 2023-24: Devin Booker might miss Suns’ match with Jazz
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA 2023-24: Devin Booker might miss Suns’ match with Jazz

The Hindu  

Devin Booker’s importance to the Phoenix Suns is being tested early in the season. The three-time All-Star guard could miss his second straight game due to left foot soreness when the Suns host the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. The Jazz also split their first two games, but they will bring momentum into the outing against the Suns after recording …

Devin Booker starts his ‘new phase’ in style as Suns top Warriors in opener
1 year, 5 months ago

Devin Booker starts his ‘new phase’ in style as Suns top Warriors in opener

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Suns vs Lakers in the quarterfinal of the NBA In-Season Tournament. On the Phoenix Suns’ end, immune to the hoopla, Devin Booker shot left-handed layups, by himself, a finger roll, a scoop shot, his way of passing time before tip-off. “It’s a good start to a new phase of his career, where he’s going …

NBA playoffs preview: Devin Booker looks to keep rolling as Phoenix Suns visit Los Angeles Clippers
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA playoffs preview: Devin Booker looks to keep rolling as Phoenix Suns visit Los Angeles Clippers

The Hindu  

Kevin Durant may have been acquired to help the Phoenix Suns get over the top, but Devin Booker remains the club’s elite sharpshooter. Booker will look to put on another show-stopping performance when the Suns visit the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night for Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series. Los Angeles’ last points in Game 2 …

NBA: Kevin Durant eager for home Suns debut vs Thunder
2 years ago

NBA: Kevin Durant eager for home Suns debut vs Thunder

The Hindu  

Kevin Durant gets to hear homecourt cheers with his new employer for the first time when his Phoenix Suns host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. “I’m glad I was able to get a couple on the road to get my feet wet because I know it’s going to be loud in there,” Durant said of his pending home …

Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker may return against the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday after missing five weeks
2 years, 1 month ago

Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker may return against the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday after missing five weeks

Daily Mail  

Phoenix is said to be eyeing several different players as the trade deadline nears The Suns are currently 8-10 during the current stretch without Devin Booker Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker has been sidelined for five weeks with an injured groin but could soon be set for a return on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets according to ESPN. Heading into …

Booker scores 58 points, leads Suns to huge comeback win
2 years, 3 months ago

Booker scores 58 points, leads Suns to huge comeback win

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Devin Booker dribbled toward the left corner 3-point line with two Pelicans in hot pursuit before rising up for an off-balance jumper. The three-time All-Star put on a show with one of the best scoring games of his career, pouring in 58 points to nearly single-handedly push the Phoenix Suns past New Orleans 118-114 on Saturday night. “I …

Devin Booker scores 30 points, Suns beat Rockets 124-109
2 years, 4 months ago

Devin Booker scores 30 points, Suns beat Rockets 124-109

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Devin Booker scored 30 points on his 26th birthday in another stellar scoring performance, leading the Phoenix Suns over the Houston Rockets 124-109 on Sunday night. Suns coach Monty Williams said he doesn’t know if Booker’s reached his peak or not, but he’s certainly enjoyed watching him grow. There’s certainly levels for guys to get better.” The Rockets, …

Devin Booker leads Phoenix Suns to victory over Los Angeles Lakers
3 years, 10 months ago

Devin Booker leads Phoenix Suns to victory over Los Angeles Lakers

The Independent  

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NBA 2020-21: Devin Booker Scores 25, Phoenix Suns Overwhelm Utah Jazz for 106-95 Victory
4 years, 2 months ago

NBA 2020-21: Devin Booker Scores 25, Phoenix Suns Overwhelm Utah Jazz for 106-95 Victory

News 18  

Devin Booker had 25 points and seven assists to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 106-95 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night for their first 4-1 start since 2009. The Suns had six players score in double figures and never trailed over the final three quarters while shooting 51.5% from 3-point range. Cameron Johnson made three baskets during …

Devin Booker wins NBA 2K20 Players in all-Phoenix Suns final
4 years, 11 months ago

Devin Booker wins NBA 2K20 Players in all-Phoenix Suns final

The Hindu  

Devin Booker won the NBA 2K20 Players Tournament on Saturday night, sweeping Phoenix Suns teammate Deandre Ayton in the best-of-three final. Booker’s Houston Rockets topped Ayton’s Los Angeles Lakers 72-62 in Game 1 and the star guard directed the Denver Nuggets to a 74-62 victory over thee Milwaukee Bucks in the second. Seeded fifth, he beat Denver’s Michael Porter Jr., …

Suns star Devin Booker uses 'Call of Duty' to pass time
5 years ago

Suns star Devin Booker uses 'Call of Duty' to pass time

LA Times  

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was at his home in Paradise Valley, Ariz., playing video games the night the NBA season came to a sudden halt. Booker, who made his NBA All-Star game debut last month, found out he wouldn’t be playing basketball for the foreseeable future from “Nadeshot” and “Cloakzy” before anyone from the team could contact him. I …

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