Devin Booker, the star shooting guard for the Phoenix Suns, has expressed his desire to continue playing in Phoenix. 🏀
Booker has been a key player for the Suns since he was drafted by them as their 13th pick in 2015 NBA Draft. Over time, he’s made it clear that his heart is with this team and city.
Born on October 30, 1996, Devin Armani Booker hails from Grand Rapids Michigan. His father Melvin played professional basketball overseas which exposed him to the sport at an early age. A passion soon developed which led him to pursue a career in basketball himself.
After spending one season with Kentucky Wildcats where he averaged ten points per game while coming off bench – something unusual for future stars – Booker declared for NBA draft where Suns picked him up.
In his rookie year itself, Booker showed promise scoring double digits multiple times including a high of thirty-five points against Denver Nuggets. He ended up averaging over thirteen points per game during that season earning him place in All-Rookie First Team.
His performance improved every subsequent year culminating into selection as an all-star during last two seasons (2019-20 & 2020-21). This includes leading suns to NBA finals during latter part of those years ultimately losing out to Milwaukee Bucks after hard-fought seven games series.
However what stands out about Devin isn’t just his skills or stats but also loyalty towards franchise and city of Phoenix which gave him chance at stardom. He’s often talked about how much loves being here and wants stay put despite rumors linking other teams wanting acquire services due ability score big consistently under pressure situations like playoffs etcetera .
This sentiment was recently reiterated when asked about future plans wherein replied “I love playing here , I want stay .” That statement alone speaks volumes commitment towards organization fans alike who’ve supported throughout ups downs career thus far . It shows how much values relationship built over years with them which isn’t something seen often today’s era where players frequently switch teams pursuit championships elsewhere .
So while future uncertain , one thing certain : Devin Booker wants remain a Phoenix Sun . He believes potential this team achieve greatness under right guidance leadership . It may not be easy task given competitiveness NBA but if anyone can do it, then surely someone like him who’s shown ability rise occasion when needed most.
In conclusion, the city of Phoenix and its fans have nothing to worry about for now. They’ve got their star player committed to stay and fight for glory in the coming seasons. The Suns’ management should take this opportunity to build around him and aim for that elusive championship title.
Devin Booker has made his intentions clear – he is here to stay in Phoenix.
