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A new rumor suggests the Phoenix Suns will make a summer trade for the talented but troubled two-time All-Star to pair with Devin Booker next season.

The Suns’ season isn’t over yet, and if they can beat the Golden State Warriors in their play-in game tonight they have a chance to secure a playoff spot this month. However, if they are victorious, no one is expecting Phoenix to make a deep run in the postseason. Especially after they lost their first play-in game to the Portland Trail Blazers earlier this week.

No matter what happened Friday night, it was still a positive season for the Suns. Despite firing head coach Mike Budenholzer, trading Kevin Durant, and releasing Bradley Beal in the offseason, the team actually won nine more games under new head coach Jordan Ott. Still, more impactful talent is needed if this team is to take another step forward in 2026-27.

Will the Phoenix Suns pursue a Ja Morant trade this summer?

Under the leadership of owner Matt Ishbia, the Suns have shown a willingness to be bold in improving the team. Well, a new rumor suggests they may make a risky move to bring in an extremely talented player this offseason. According to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Phoenix is ​​emerging as the early favorite to make a summer trade for Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant. The other team is believed to be the Sacramento Kings.

The Suns lacked another meaningful player-creator this season. This forced Devin Booker to assume the role of not only their primary scorer, but their top facilitator. Morant will certainly ease the burden of both scoring and playmaking for Booker and could create a dangerous backcourt duo.

However, one comes with potential business risks. Morant’s value is at an all-time low, which is good for the Suns. But this is due to the off-court trouble he can cause and serious injury problems over the past few seasons. Many people associated with the sport felt that due to his injury problems he would never be able to return to the player he was.

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週五晚上，金州勇士隊以 124-118 輸給薩克拉門托國王隊，但賽後焦點轉移到布蘭丁·波齊姆斯基的里程碑式表現和斯蒂芬·庫裡輕鬆的言論上。

波傑姆斯基在 32 分鐘內拿下職業生涯最高的 30 分，外加 3 個籃板、1 次助攻和 1 次抄截。他投籃15投9中，三分線外8投3中，罰球線10投9中，在這場失利中領先勇士隊所有得分手。

賽後，柯瑞提到了德文·布克在 2017 年輸給波士頓塞爾提克隊的比賽中廣泛討論的 70 分的表現，並開玩笑說球隊計劃如何在失敗的情況下慶祝波德濟姆斯基的成就。

「我告訴他，當德文·布克在波士頓拿下 70 分而他們輸了時，我們會像德文·布克一樣對待他，給他一個標誌等等。我知道他一直在尋找它。每個人也都知道這一點，所以看到他得到它以及他得到它的方式很有趣。”

史蒂芬·庫裡對布蘭丁·波傑姆斯基最終砍下 30 分的反應 😅

「我告訴他，當德文·布克在波士頓拿下 70 分時，他們輸了，我們會像德文·布克一樣對待他，給他一個標誌等等。我知道他一直在尋找它。每個人也都知道這一點。”

（透過 @kenzofuku）https://t.co/7RUoYegFml pic.twitter.com/gESndf9l17

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 2026 年 4 月 11 日

Brandin Podziemski 的 30 分壯舉引發期待已久的社交媒體帳戶回歸

柯瑞出戰27分鐘，得到11分、5次助攻、3個籃板和2次抄截。他全場8投3中，其中三分球6投2中，並且罰球全部命中。

對波傑姆斯基來說，這次表現標誌著他本季多次接近30分大關後的個人突破。這位二年級後衛承認了比賽結束後那一刻的重要性，指出了個人里程碑及其與長期存在的社交媒體故事情節的聯繫。

「這很酷，我很幸運，當然。上次我們來這裡時，我想威爾 [Richard] 有 30 個，所以複製它很酷……該帳戶現在可以啟動。 」

“現在可以啟動帳號了。”

布蘭丁·波傑姆斯基 (Brandin Podziemski) 拿下 30 分。 @currysafraud pic.twitter.com/AydhGlOEE5

— 約瑟夫·戴克斯 (@joseph_dycus) 2026 年 4 月 11 日

Podziemski 指的是 X 帳戶 @currysnotafraud，該帳戶自 2024 年 11 月 25 日以來就沒有發布過，並表示在他達到 30 分之前該帳戶將保持不活躍狀態。該帳戶在 2026 年 4 月 10 日週五比賽結束後不久恢復活動，距離上次發布已有 16 個多月的時間。

儘管輸掉了比賽，波德濟姆斯基的表現為金州勇士隊提供了一個亮點，突顯了他作為球隊輪換中得分選擇的持續發展。

菲尼克斯——週三，菲尼克斯太陽隊以 112-107 擊敗達拉斯小牛隊，正式鎖定 7 號種子席位。這不是一場漂亮的勝利，但德文布克拿下 37 分，看起來正處於季後賽巔峰狀態。

距離比賽還有六天，我們將有充足的時間準備。然而，準備工作從三月就開始了，當時布克向太陽隊後衛賈倫·格林透露了一些智慧。

當被問及 3 月 12 日之後的那次談話時，他詳細闡述了他和他的隊友如何在精神上為 4 月的籃球做好準備。

「最後幾場比賽，水平幾乎提升到了季後賽的感覺，」布克賽後解釋道。 「休士頓就是一個很好的例子，你在季後賽中經常看到這樣的情況，你越快擺脫恐懼，這就是一場跑動的比賽。”

德文·布克 (Devin Booker) 講述他如何轉變立場，為入圍賽和季後賽做準備：

「最後幾場比賽，水平幾乎提高到了季後賽的感覺。休士頓就是一個很好的例子，你在季後賽中經常看到這樣的情況，你越快擺脫恐懼，這就是一場比賽… pic.twitter.com/sM14eMnf8W

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 2026 年 4 月 9 日

儘管週二的比賽是一場難以忍受的慘敗，但菲尼克斯隊還是擺脫了進攻上的沮喪。他們的投籃命中率為 46%，三分命中率為 40%，並且僅出現 10 次失誤。

這是對上傷病纏身的小牛隊，但勝利就是勝利。

德文布克和太陽隊為 NBA 入圍賽做準備

雖然布克提到了幾週前太陽隊的種子爭奪戰，但這種情緒感覺就像是一種保證。快進，菲尼克斯現在是七號種子。

在周三的比賽中，傷病非常嚴重，賈倫·格林和喬丹·古德溫都因膝蓋和腳踝受傷而退場。無論如何，這不會改變濃度和準備工作。

更何況，鎖定那個地點就代表有更多的休息時間。可能會出現有關化學的問題，但在現階段，健康就是財富。

布克是除格雷森·艾倫之外唯一進入NBA總決賽的球員。正因為如此，每個人都會像整個賽季一樣，在他們最好的球員身後團結起來，參加球隊有史以來的第一場 NBA 附加賽。

Phoenix Suns’ all-time franchise-leading scorer Devin Booker always has something new to wear by wearing a new PE (Player Exclusive) almost every night in the NBA with the promotion of his second signature Nike Buc 2 sneakers. During the month of March, Booker is observing one school in particular more often than others, and it’s not his Kentucky Wildcats.

Check out our sneakers news for more upcoming releases and breaking content!

Devin Booker has always been generous in providing Kentucky basketball fans with a first glimpse of his school’s colors on his signature sneakers, but Booker also has special colorways for schools like Michigan State, BYU, Texas, and most notably the Oregon Ducks. The Nike Book 1 featured several notable school colorways, but we saw a real effort to expand on the Nike Book 2 during this latest March Madness tournament.

The Oregon Ducks easily have the most color combinations and special editions of Nike sneakers and Booker is taking full advantage of it, offering three different colorways throughout the month of March.

Nike Book 2 “Oregon Ducks” PE Sneakers

Another: Devin Booker debuts the Nike Book 2 “Oregon Ducks” PE 🦆 @devinbook

📷 @sons pic.twitter.com/rL8d4n8RHH

– Sole Retriever (@SoleRetriever) 9 March 2026

Devin Booker first introduced the Oregon Ducks Nike Book 2 in a neutral black/white colorway featuring a metallic gold Swoosh and a green “UO” logo on the rear heel. The Book 2 is largely inspired by the Nike Air Zoom Spiridon in its construction, fitted with a performance outsole for maximum comfort and stability.

Devin Booker in another Oregon Ducks PE colorway of the Nike Book 2 🦆📚 pic.twitter.com/l5aUpzecFe

– Sole Retriever (@SoleRetriever) 17 March 2026

Devin Booker debuts another Oregon Ducks x Nike Book 2 PE 🦆📚 @devinbook

📷 @sons pic.twitter.com/x3aCze9d4B

– Sole Retriever (@SoleRetriever) 23 March 2026

The next colorway arrived as a “home” look with a white base and vintage green mudguard. The pair was this time complemented by the same metallic gold Swoosh and a gold UO logo. The final and most loud “alternative” pair was worn by Booker against the Toronto Raptors, featuring a bright yellow upper and green mudguard atop a white midsole. The Nike Swoosh was metallic silver with a green UO logo, arguably offering the cleanest look of the Nike Book 2.

For the rest of March, we’ll try to keep up with whatever Devin Booker has planned for the Nike Book 2 and what new schools we might see in the rotation. No word on an official release and it wouldn’t be surprising if these remain exclusive to Booker’s endless Nike sneaker collection.

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns have been in prime position for a playoff spot for most of the season. However, according to Devin Booker, during the five-game losing streak, it made that quest more difficult.

Before the Suns’ 5-game skid, the team was close to potentially missing the play-in game and clinching the No. 6 seed. Since that stretch, they have fallen back to seventh place, which would have put them in that game if the playoffs were to begin as of this writing.

“To be completely honest, we’ve put ourselves in a tough position now to make that six… focusing on playing the right brand of basketball… learning from the last five games,” Booker said via PHNX Suns postgame in the locker room on Twitter (formerly Twitter).

Although Booker’s comments may sound discouraging, it may be quite the opposite. Recognizing where they are and being honest is a key component to what Phoenix is ​​building.

Needless to mention, the influx of injuries came at a terrible time. This is not an excuse, but it plays a significant role in the recent shortcomings.

Jordan Ott agrees with Devin Booker’s sentiment

Although head coach Jordan Ott had spoken to Booker before, the two appeared to be in sync. Their chemistry and connection has been a constant progression ever since they were hired.

As mentioned earlier, accountability has been the Suns’ bread and butter, and he didn’t shy away from it when asked where the Suns’ mindset is regarding the play-in race.

Ott said after the game, “I think everybody understands. We try to keep it as basic as possible today to take care of your business.” “We want to be healthy, we want to play the right way. Again, feel like, we’ve been playing better lately. As we add body, we’ve got to continue that.

“We have to incorporate and improve, so everyone is fully aware. You get to this point of the year, you are not hiding. Everyone checks the standings equally. We don’t talk about it much.”

Jordan Ott didn’t shy away from where the Suns stand in the potential play-in race.

If it started today, they would be the No. 7 seed.

“I think everyone understands. We try to keep it as basic as possible to take care of your business today… You’ve gotten to this point… pic.twitter.com/N043G46rQT

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 23 March 2026

Phoenix will take on the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, before finishing a home stand at the Utah Jazz. Getting two wins can take them closer to the sixth seed than before.

As Jayson Tatum recovered from his Achilles injury, every NBA superstar praised him. For Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, his reaction was no different.

That is his makeup. This is his DNA. That’s his perspective,” Booker said via AZCentral’s Duane Rankin on X (formerly Twitter). “Someone I’ve looked up to for a really long time since he was in 6th and 7th grade.

“I’m watching him grow into a champion. What he’s accomplished at such a young age is inspiring, even if it’s small. I’m happy to see him back out there.”

When Tatum first came out with an injury, many thought he would not return for the season. But as time progressed, it began to look more likely that the Boston Celtics forward would make his season debut in 2025-26.

But a few weeks ago, he was watching the Celtics beat the Suns 97-81 on Feb. 24. Now, Tatum will face off against Phoenix for the first time all year.

Devin Booker and Jayson Tatum share mutual respect

Both players were part of the 2024 USA Basketball men’s national team that captured the gold medal. Although Tatum didn’t get a lot of playing time, being a part of a roster like this is quite an accomplishment.

Booker, meanwhile, was the unsung MVP for that team, and something that the Boston star could have been for an Olympic team one day.

Either way, the focus remains on the 2025-26 season, and where the Celtics have a legitimate chance to win the Eastern Conference and make a run for an NBA championship.

The term “Hall of Famer” gets thrown around a lot, but when it comes to Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker, the claims take on more substance as time goes on.

The five-time All-Star has received recognition from many head coaches, but Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle is new to the list.

Before Thursday’s game, Carlisle elaborated more on that three-word point.

“He’s got Hall of Fame in the books,” Carlisle explained on Twitter (formerly Twitter), via AZCentral’s Duane Rankin. “As far as I can see, he has become a great leader.”

Throughout Phoenix’s season, Booker has been the unsung leader, offensive engine and everything else you want to describe. His stats may not be where they were, but that doesn’t necessarily matter.

However, over the last five games he is averaging 26.6 points, 5.8 assists and 4.4 rebounds. The Suns have been on a hot streak since Booker’s return and have gone 4-1.

Devin Booker’s comment on Rick Carlisle highlights Suns’ success

Comparing the 2024-25 season to today, this is a completely different team. Although Booker made the All-Star Game, he noted that it was due to his team’s success.

He has also repeatedly mentioned finishing his career in Phoenix. But it is not just a feeling of pleasing the masses. At the same time, he wants to leave a lasting impact and has already done so.

For example, Booker broke the Suns franchise scoring record at the age of 28 during his ten seasons in the Valley of the Sun.

Somehow, his focus is more on winning than on accolades. As of this writing, the team has achieved 38 wins on the season, surpassing last season’s win total.

As the Suns continue to travel on the road, more coaches may get to see more of Booker’s leadership showcased.

PHOENIX – Rasheer Fleming and Devin Booker continue to see growth after each a career-high 16 points in the Phoenix Suns’ 111-98 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday.

A week ago, Fleming was enjoying being the Suns’ primary defender over guys like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Now, the defense is picking up the aggression.

His improvement was no surprise to Booker, who has watched Suns rookies develop before. They saw it out in the 2024-25 season with Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro.

After one season, he has a new group of rookies just scratching the surface. Since training camp, Booker knew it was only a matter of time before he reached the big leagues.

“They’re in the stay-ready group. I think they’ve graduated from the stay-ready group now,” Booker said with a laugh after the game.

“We’ve watched them from the beginning. You see the potential. You saw what they can do in training camp, and I’ve seen that many times over the years. You just wait for the real game and see if it translates. They’re both doing it well.”

I asked Devin Booker how much Rasheer Fleming and Khaman Malouch have impressed him throughout the year.

“They’re in the stay-ready group. I think they’ve graduated from the stay-ready group now (laughs)… We’ve seen them from the beginning. You see the potential. You see what… pic.twitter.com/GIVyN5spZv

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 9 March 2026

Suns’ Rasheer Fleming has Devin Booker’s seal of approval

This is another impressive game for Fleming. He’s learning to play off Booker, while also creating offensive opportunities for himself by rebounding or finding enough space on the floor.

As he finished his post-game press conference, Fleming came in and the media heard Booker calling their rookie a “good rookie boy.”

The St. Joe’s alumnus took his seat immediately afterward and began. When he was asked about being in that ready group during the season, it wasn’t an insult. It was exactly what he needed.

“At the end of the day it’s basketball,” Fleming explained. “When Khaman (Maluch) and I are able to play there or in the G-League, we take full advantage of that opportunity because it’s basketball and it’s another way to get better.”

I asked Rasheer Fleming how being in the Suns “Stay-Ready” group has helped him gain confidence on the floor.

“At the end of the day it’s basketball. When Khaman and I are able to play there or in the G-League, we take full advantage of that opportunity because… pic.twitter.com/h5JLFhKqgj

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 9 March 2026

The rookie will embark on a six-game road trip with his team. They will face the Milwaukee Bucks where Fleming may face a tough matchup in Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Nearly throughout the 2026 NBA Draft cycle so far, Kansas guard Darin Peterson has emerged as one of the hottest prospects in this year’s class. However, Peterson’s stock has not remained stable. There have been questions about his health and makeup as his workload at Kansas has not instilled enough confidence that he will be ready to take on superstar roles when he turns professional.

Nonetheless, Pietersen’s talent is readily apparent. His shooting ability is pure, and he can handle the rock with the best of them. He is one of the best pure scoring prospects ever seen in the NBA, and he is being compared to off-guards like Donovan Mitchell, Kobe Bryant, and even Brandon Roy who handle the ball a lot.

But for ESPN’s Vince Goodwill, the NBA player who comes to mind when he watches Peterson play is Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker.

“Talked to some guys earlier today. The name Devin Booker came up to me. Like someone brought up Devin Booker as a pro comp,” Goodwill said in an appearance on Brian Windhorst and The Hoop Collective. “The athleticism doesn’t exactly jump off the page, but he’s an athletic guard. Like he can get where he needs to get. The shot-making is elite.”

Will Darrin Peterson still be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft?

It’s unclear exactly why Peterson isn’t carrying such a heavy workload for Kansas, but there are concerns about his durability. His scoring has been incredible when he’s been there for the Jayhawks, but every team that drafts him first will want more assurances that the problems he’s dealing with aren’t of the long-term type.

However, the NBA always bets on talent, and there may not be a more talented player in this year’s draft than Peterson.

迄今为止，在几乎整个 2026 年 NBA 选秀周期中，堪萨斯后卫达林·彼得森 (Darryn Peterson) 一直是本届选秀中最诱人的新星。然而，彼得森的股票并没有保持稳定。人们对他的健康和化妆存在疑问，因为他在堪萨斯的工作量并没有激发人们对他在转为职业球员时准备好承担超级巨星职责的信心。

尽管如此，彼得森的才华还是显而易见的。他的投篮能力很纯粹，他可以用他们中最好的球员来处理岩石。他是NBA有史以来最好的纯得分前景之一，人们将他与经常控球的后卫进行比较，比如多诺万·米切尔、科比·布莱恩特，甚至布兰登·罗伊。

但对于 ESPN 的文斯·古德威尔来说，当他观看彼得森比赛时，他脑海中浮现的 NBA 球员是菲尼克斯太阳队球星德文·布克。

“今天早些时候和一些人交谈过。我想到的名字是德文·布克。就像有人把德文·布克当作职业选手一样，”古德威尔在布莱恩·温德霍斯特和篮球集体中露面时说道。 “他的运动能力并没有从纸面上跳出来，但他是一名运动后卫。就像他能到达他需要到达的地方。投篮能力是精英。”

达里恩·彼得森 (Darryn Peterson) 还会在 2026 年 NBA 选秀中成为状元吗？

目前尚不清楚为什么彼得森没有为堪萨斯队承担如此繁重的工作量，但人们对他的耐用性表示担忧。当他在松鹰队效力时，他的得分令人难以置信，但每支在第一顺位选中他的球队都希望得到更多保证，确保他所面临的这些问题不是长期问题。

然而NBA总是押注于天赋，今年的选秀中可能没有比彼得森更有天赋的球员了。

PHOENIX- There have been a few instances this season where the Phoenix Suns have been outplayed. Another example came Thursday against the Chicago Bulls.

Although 105–103 indicated a close game, don’t let the score fool you. Even for a guy like Devin Booker, he knew his team didn’t bring the right energy.

Typically, they dive for 50/50 balls, pick up full court, and establish the pace of the game. Thursday’s game was a deviation from his norm, yet Booker sees a silver lining with the struggles in the energy department.

Booker said in the locker room postgame, “That’s been our MO all year. We look at what happens when we do that, and tonight is an example of what happens when we don’t do that. Hopefully, it’s a lesson learned from here.”

Devin Booker on the Suns’ lack of energy tonight.

“That’s been our MO all year. We see what happens when we do that, and tonight was an example of what happens when we don’t do that. Hopefully it’ll be a lesson learned from here.” pic.twitter.com/oBmstJqQl0

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 6 March 2026

The shorthanded Bulls did not get any wins in February, but they picked up some impressive wins in early March. They proceeded with the same momentum till Thursday and took full advantage.

His play speed and paint presence were difference makers. Guys like Collin Sexton and Guerschon Yabusele put tremendous pressure on the basket and worked hard for second chances.

Who else agreed with Devin Booker’s assessment of the Sun’s energy?

Head coach Jordan Ott has been someone who has never been afraid to hold his team accountable. After all, Ott had a challenge of accountability for the Suns before last Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Did he do the same after the loss to the Bulls? Not necessarily, but he mentioned a game strategy he used to stir up some energy. He mentions that he attacked because he needed energy, and it’s something he shouldn’t have asked for.

Somehow, Ott knows that the root of all these conversations about lack of effort is the same.

“We do it honestly,” Ott explained. “We took the first out, again, we had zero (forced) turnovers. The reason I know we had zero (forced) turnovers is because I said it to the group. Then at halftime we just talked about wasting possessions.

“We can’t waste possessions, we’re not that type of team, and we have to somehow increase our activity and energy. So we’re looking. We’re looking for different lineups, different guys.”

Luckily for the Suns, their next game will be on Friday as the second leg of a back-to-back. That will give them minimal time to reflect on Thursday’s surprising loss and hopefully use it as a learning lesson, as Booker said.

Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings will face each other on Tuesday night. Devin Booker is dealing with a hip injury. Is Sans Tara playing tonight?

On February 21, it was reported that Booker would miss at least a week of action. It’s been over 10 days now, so is Booker ready to return? Here’s everything we know about Devin Booker’s injury status for tonight’s game vs. the Kings.

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Devin Booker’s injury status vs. Kings

Booker is not listed on the NBA injury report. Barring any potential setbacks, Booker is expected to be available against the Kings.

Phoenix will enter the game with a 34-26 record. The Suns are in seventh place in the Western Conference standings. The Kings are 14-48 and in last place in the West.

Phoenix is ​​in a good position to pick up a win. Booker’s expected return further reinforces that statement.

When it comes to the question of whether Devin Booker is playing tonight against the Kings, the answer is yes.

sans injury report

With Devin Booker available, the Suns have four players listed on the injury report.

• Khaman Malooch (right thumb sprain): Out
• Dillon Brooks (fractured left hand): Out
• Jordan Goodwin (left calf strain): out

Kings injury report

There are injury reports for six Kings players.

• Domantas Sabonis (left knee meniscus repair): outside
• Zach LaVine (left 5th finger tendon repair): out
• Dylan Cardwell (left ankle sprain): out
• De’Andre Hunter (retinal repair of left eye): out
• Keegan Murray (sprained left ankle): Out
• Isaiah Stevens (G League Two-Way): Out

The Phoenix Suns have been without Devin Booker for the past four games as he deals with a hip strain injury he suffered during the team’s 121-94 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Feb. 19. However, his latest update suggests that he may make a comeback soon.

According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM Phoenix, reports indicate the 29-year-old guard is expected to return the first week of March. Booker could return for either Tuesday’s game against the Sacramento Kings or Thursday’s contest against the Chicago Bulls.

“Devin Booker is recovering from a hip injury and is poised to return after a four-day break – possibly Sacramento on Tuesday or Chicago on Thursday.”

This is very good news for the Suns team, which is firmly involved in the Western Conference. As of Friday, Feb. 27, Phoenix owns the No. 7 seed. Booker returning to the lineup should give the team what it needs to compete in the final stretch of the regular season.

The 11-year veteran has been the face of the franchise this season. Although many believed the Suns could potentially struggle, Phoenix has actually been incredibly competitive. Especially when Devin Booker is on the court. In the 44 games he has played, Booker is averaging 24.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 6.1 assists per game, while shooting 45.5% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the three-point line.

After defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 113-110 on Thursday, the Suns will not play again until Tuesday’s game against the Kings. Phoenix gets three consecutive days off, giving Booker and his teammates plenty of time to rest and prepare for Sacramento.

One of the biggest stories this season is the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether he will stay with the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks are currently out of the playoff picture in the Eastern Conference, as the roster is not suited to make a championship run without another star to take the load off Antetokounmpo and step up if he is injured.

But it appears Antetokounmpo is taking matters into his own hands, as a video from NBA All-Star weekend in which he is “recruiting” Suns star Devin Booker has surfaced. In the video, Giannis cited the example of Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart, who is known for his aggressive playing style and old-school enforcer attitude.

“You make everything look good, man, but you wear a different jersey than me. You can wear the same jersey as me. I’m like Isaiah Stewart: I’ll fight for you,” Antetokounmpo said in the video.

The reference was appropriate because Stewart was suspended seven games for running off the bench for fighting Hornets forward Miles Bridges following an altercation involving the Pistons’ Jalen Duren and the Hornets’ Moussa Diabate. But the joke hides the truth that Antetokounmpo wants help to achieve his championship.

Booker and Antetokounmpo share an interesting history, having faced off in the 2021 NBA Finals, which resulted in Giannis’ first and only NBA title. After leading the series 2–0, the Bucks swept four consecutive wins and their first NBA championship since 1971.

While Booker likely won’t be available for a trade this offseason, perhaps acquiring a second star would be what Antetokounmpo would need to stay in Milwaukee.

菲尼克斯太阳队队史得分王德文·布克是最活跃的耐克篮球运动员之一，他在球场上穿着自己的球员专属运动鞋。每场比赛，布克都会推出一款根据他的品味和场合量身定制的新签名鞋，有时会向公众发布，但有时仍是布克的专属。最近，他穿上了受德克萨斯长角牛队启发的配色的 Nike Book 2 运动鞋。

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继 2024 年初推出的 Nike Book 1 取得巨大成功之后，Booker 和 Nike 联手推出一款标志性后续运动鞋只是时间问题。泄密事件最终曝光，Nike Book 2 被曝光，其灵感源自经典的 Nike Air Spiridon 跑鞋。

太阳队几天前做客圣安东尼奥马刺队，延续了 1990 年代的竞争。布克首次穿上了他标志性运动鞋的焦橙色配色，向德克萨斯州奥斯汀市和德克萨斯大学长角牛队致敬。虽然菲尼克斯队以 121-94 输掉了比赛，但布克却轻松地在球场上穿上了最干净的鞋子。

Nike Book 2 “Texas” PE

德文·布克在对阵马刺队的比赛中推出了一款以橙色 Spiridon 为灵感的全新 Nike Book 2 🟠 pic.twitter.com/RlJ5lkR7UA

— 尼斯踢 (@nicekicks) 2026 年 2 月 20 日

D Book 推出全新 Nike Book 2 PE 对阵马刺 🔥 pic.twitter.com/vPXSF3CfVQ

– 复杂运动鞋（@ComplexSneakers） 2026 年 2 月 20 日

在新款运动鞋首次亮相时，我们看到闪烁的橙色 Nike Swoosh 标志细节，呼应德克萨斯长角牛队的主题，同时与太阳队的配色方案完美搭配。网眼鞋面的灵感源自 Spiridon，采用中性白色和黑色色调，进一步凸显橙色旋风。这双鞋采用黑白中底和外底，使其成为我们最近看到的更干净的 Book 2 PE 之一。

虽然这款特别的 PE 还没有正式发布的消息，但如果这款 PE 仍然是布克不断增长的收藏中的独家产品，粉丝们也不应该感到惊讶。然而，他的一双 PE 已经多次公开发布，因此总有机会看到布克的鞋子出现在零售商的货架上。

您对这款最新的 Nike Book 2 配色有何看法？

Phoenix Suns all-time leading franchise scorer Devin Booker has been one of the most active Nike Basketball athletes to make a splash wearing his own player-exclusive sneakers on the court. At each game, Booker wears a new signature shoe tailored to his tastes and occasion, which is sometimes released to the public and at times remains exclusive to Booker. Recently, he wore his Nike Book 2 sneakers in a Texas Longhorns-inspired colorway.

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Following the massive success of the Nike Book 1, which debuted in early 2024, it was only a matter of time before Booker and Nike teamed up for a signature follow-up sneaker. Leaks finally surfaced and the Nike Book 2 was revealed, taking serious inspiration from the classic Nike Air Spiridon running shoes.

The Suns had visited the San Antonio Spurs just days earlier to renew their rivalry from the 1990s. Booker paid tribute to the city of Austin, Texas, and the University of Texas Longhorns by wearing the burnt-orange colorway of his signature sneakers for the first time. While Phoenix lost the game 121–94, Booker was easily wearing the cleanest shoes on the court.

Nike Book 2 “Texas” PE

Devin Booker takes out a new orange Spyridon-inspired Nike Book 2 against the Spurs 🟠 pic.twitter.com/RlJ5lkR7UA

– Nice Kicks (@nicekicks) 20 February 2026

The D’Bucs pulled out a new Nike Buc 2 PE against San Antonio pic.twitter.com/vPXSF3CfVQ

– Complex Sneakers (@ComplexSneakers) 20 February 2026

Debuting the new sneakers, we see a bright orange Nike Swoosh as the hallmark detail, which plays into the Texas Longhorns theme and offers a perfect match for the Suns’ color scheme. The Spyridon-inspired mesh upper comes in neutral white and black to further accentuate the orange Swoosh. The shoe is based around a black and white midsole and outsole, making it one of the cleanest Book 2 PEs we’ve seen recently.

Although there’s no word of an official release behind this special PE, fans shouldn’t be surprised if this remains an exclusive to Booker’s growing collection. However, there have been a few times that one of his PEs has come out as a public release, so there’s always a chance to see Booker’s shoes on retailers’ shelves.

What are your thoughts on this latest Nike Book 2 colorway?

The allure of Los Angeles never wanes, but Phoenix Suns superstar guard Devin Booker has no interest in joining the Los Angeles Lakers at this time.

That’s a lesson we can learn after watching a hilarious conversation between Booker and an apparent Lakers fan who asked the former Kentucky Wildcats star to join the Purple and Gold team.

“Book it, you can come to the lake show too, man!” In a video the fan can be heard saying this to Booker, who laughed at the encounter before walking away.

This Lakers fan tried to inspire Devin Booker to come to Los Angeles

Fans: Book, you too can come to Lakeshow!

Booker: “Come on, man! Come on, man!”

(via @ruthlesssrich/TikTok)pic.twitter.com/mXTcLNwNdt

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 19 February 2026

Most fans would want someone like Booker to play on their team. It’s easy to understand why the Lakers supporter took his shot at Booker, although there’s almost zero chance that he’ll have any influence on any future career decisions the five-time NBA All-Star makes.

Booker is still under contract with the Suns until at least the end of the 2028–29 NBA season. He signed a two-year, $133.25 maximum contract extension with Phoenix in 2025, which came with a player option worth $69.191 million for the 2029–30 campaign.

In other words, unless Booker is surprisingly traded to the Lakers by the Suns, the only way Lakers fans’ wish to see him in Los Angeles colors will be fulfilled would be if the shooting guard chooses not to pick up that player option and signs with LA in the summer of 2029. If he signs by exercising that option, Booker will be on the market in 2030.

Booker entered the All-Star break with season averages of 25.2 points, 6.3 assists and 4.0 rebounds, while shooting 45.5 percent from the field.

The San Antonio Spurs picked up where they left off before the midseason break with an easy 121-94 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday at the Moody Center.

After a hard-fought first half, the Spurs outscored the Suns 37–22 in the third quarter, blowing the game open.

San Antonio won its eighth straight and moved to 39–16, while Phoenix fell to 32–24. The loss could be extra costly for the Suns, as Devin Booker was forced to exit early with a hip injury and did not return.

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson sent a message of support for Booker, who has struggled to stay healthy this season.

“Hopefully, Devin is OK. You hate to see one of the league’s premier players get injured,” Johnson said, as quoted by Jared Weiss of The Athletic.

Booker played only nine minutes, tallying five points and one rebound.

He has already missed 13 matches due to an ankle injury.

Stephen Cassel had 20 points, four assists and three steals to lead the Spurs, with Victor Wembanyama adding 17 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks. De’Aaron Fox contributed 15 points, three rebounds and eight assists.

Booker’s premature exit further troubled the Suns, who were playing without Dillon Brooks due to a one-game suspension.

Jalen Green led Phoenix with 26 points, three rebounds and three steals in his second game back from a hamstring injury. Mark Williams contributed 10 points and 11 rebounds.

It’s unclear whether Booker will miss an extended period of time, but as Johnson said, it would be good for the league to get the All-Star guard back on the court as soon as possible.

The Phoenix Suns were hoping to get off to a great start to the second half of the season, but those plans hit a major roadblock Thursday night.

Devin Booker, the heartbeat of the Suns’ offense, fouled out early during a high-stakes Western Conference showdown against the San Antonio Spurs. The team later confirmed that the five-time All-Star would not return due to a sore right hip, leaving a large void in the lineup.

The Phoenix Suns guard was trying to find his rhythm after the All-Star break before his night was cut short due to injury. Booker checked out, playing only 9 minutes, finishing with five points and 1 rebound. He struggled to find his stroke from deep, going 0-of-2 from beyond the arc, but he was active at the rim and the charity stripe to keep the Suns competitive early.

After the break, the Suns (32-24) are locked in a tight race to avoid the play-in tournament. Facing a red-hot San Antonio Spurs team that entered the night with a seven-game winning streak, the Suns already suffered a loss due to Dillon Brooks’ one-game suspension.

With Booker sidelined, the onus falls on Jalen Green and Mark Williams. The Spurs took full advantage of Booker’s absence, fueled by impressive performances from Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox, and Devin Vassell, who all posted 20+ points in the third quarter. The Spurs lead 89-63 heading into the third quarter at the Moody Center.

Attention has now turned to the severity of Booker’s hip issue. He has already dealt with managing a right ankle injury throughout February, and any extended absence of the Suns’ leading scorer, who averages 25.2 points per game, could be devastating to their seeding hopes.

The Sons are back in action soon, and Wally will be holding his breath for an update on his superstar’s status.

Phoenix Suns All-Star Devin Booker revealed that while the 3-Point Contest invite surprised him last weekend, he couldn’t escape the OG label from others, including first-time All-Star Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Booker, 29, was the elder statesman of Team USA stars, among his fifth selections at the star-studded event.

For this, seeing Booker on the same team as him came as a surprise For Holmgren.

“Is that Devin Booker? On the young team? He could stretch it out a few years,” Holmgren said.

76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey gave Booker the same treatment.

“How are you, old man?” Maxey said, to which Booker resigned from being one of the older players on the All-Star Game team.

“I’m the old man here, huh?” Booker said. “That’s madness.”

Chet Holmgren: “Is that Devin Booker? On the young team? He could stretch it out a few years.”

Tyrese Maxi: “What’s up old man?”

Devin Booker couldn’t escape UNC jokes in USA Stars locker room

(via @NBAAllStar)
pic.twitter.com/mP5N3k0WpF

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 16 February 2026

In the end, Team USA Stars, including Chet Holmgren and Tyrese Maxey, defeated Team USA Stripes. Nevertheless, this was possibly the first time that Booker was the oldest player on his team.

Devin Booker hints at retirement from 3-point contest

Suns All-Star Devin Booker fell three points short of winning this year’s 3-Point Contest, losing in the final round as he missed his final three shots that could have crowned him champion. The Blazers’ Damian Lillard won with a final score of 29 to Booker’s 27, despite having the highest score in the final round (30).

According to Duane Rankin of AZ Central, after losing by two points, Booker talked about the 2026 3-Point Contest, which would potentially be the last contest he will participate in.

“It hurt a little bit. I wanted it so bad. I wish I was defending it in Phoenix, but if I get an invite it’ll probably be the last time next year. I’m looking forward to it,” Booker said, according to Duane Rankin of AZ Central, formerly of AZ Central, on Twitter.

Lillard, who missed a game due to his Achilles injury, brought the trophy back to Portland.

This weekend, the NBA All-Star Weekend events took place at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. Representing the Phoenix Suns in both the three-point contest and the All-Star Game was Devin Booker, who has been playing at an elite level for Phoenix all year.

It seemed like Booker was in the driver’s seat to win consecutive three-point contests, but ultimately, he lost the contest to Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard at the end of his final rack.

Now, Booker is getting 100% real on his anticipation for next year’s competition, which will take place in Phoenix during the 2027 All-Star weekend.

“It hurt a little bit. I wanted it so bad. I wish I was defending it in Phoenix, but if I get an invite it’ll probably be the last time next year. I’m looking forward to it,” Booker said, according to Duane Rankin of AZ Central, formerly of AZ Central, on Twitter.

Booker will almost certainly receive an invitation to compete in front of his home fans in Phoenix next year. However, as Starr hinted, Booker will have to feel like he let one slip over the weekend, getting off to a great start in the championship round before finally hitting a cold shoulder at the worst possible time.

The loss gave Lillard his third three-point championship win and prevented Booker from taking home what would have been his second win in that department. Meanwhile, Lillard recently hinted on Instagram that he would like to run it back next year with Booker, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.

Now, Booker and the Suns will turn their attention back to the 2025-26 season, where Phoenix has been one of the most surprising teams in the league. The Suns currently have a solid chance to clinch a top-six seed in the Western Conference as the season enters its home stretch.

They next hit the road on Thursday evening against the San Antonio Spurs.

It’s been days since Super Bowl LX, yet people are still talking about Bad Bunny’s halftime show. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was also asked about it.

Booker helped Team Stars win the title in the All-Star Game by defeating Team Stripes 47–21 in the finals on Sunday at the Intuit Dome. He contributed five points, three rebounds and two assists. In three games, he averaged 12 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.

During a media controversy, Booker was asked about Bad Bunny’s performance at Levi’s Stadium the previous week. The reporter also mistakenly tagged him as being of Puerto Rican descent, like Bad Bunny, so Booker had to offer a correction.

“I’m Mexican,” said the five-time All-Star. “To be honest, I didn’t see it.”

“I’m Mexican, honestly I haven’t seen it.”

Devin Booker on Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show 🗣️pic.twitter.com/xzjkeZePzn

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 16 February 2026

For those unaware, Bad Bunny dated Booker’s ex-girlfriend Kendall Jenner from 2023 to 2024. Fans also speculated that Bad Bunny’s verse on Eladio Carrion’s “Coco Chanel” was a major shade at Booker, although he did not mention any names.

Booker appeared to praise the award-winning rapper when he posted on Instagram: “She’s worried about another man again.”

His past experience may be the reason Booker, an avid Detroit Lions fan, had no interest in watching Bad Bunny in Super Bowl LX. But this is just a theory.

Many hailed Bad Bunny’s performance as a cultural milestone for the NFL, as he became the first Latin male artist to headline a halftime show. She also sent a strong political message with her performance amid immigration issues in the United States.

Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey may be bursting with gravity-defying highlights in his first professional season, but even the league’s brightest young stars have to be humble eventually.

During the Rising Stars media availability at the Intuit Dome on Friday night, the 19-year-old forward finally opened up about his official “Welcome to the NBA” moment. Unsurprisingly, it featured one of the league’s most lethal scoring machines: Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker.

That moment was a simple, cold-blooded masterclass in mid-range. Bailey explained that trying to guard the four-time All-Star is a nightmare for any defender, let alone a rookie.

He said when it comes to Devin Booker, you’re dealing with a signature fadeaway shot that is almost impossible to stop without fouling. Bailey jokingly recalled thinking, “Bro, come on,” as he realized the level of difficulty he now faced every night.

NBA’s rising stars share their “Welcome to the League” moments pic.twitter.com/xZ0oxtOUMC

– Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) 14 February 2026

Bailey, who stepped in as an injury replacement for Cooper Flagg on Team Melo in the Rising Stars game, is certainly playing the way he plays. Over his last 15 games, the fifth overall pick has averaged 11.7 points and 3.9 rebounds while shooting 45.0 percent from the floor. He brought that momentum to the Rising Stars Tournament, leading the Carmelo Anthony-led team to a 65-60 victory over Team Austin in the semifinals.

While Dylan Harper stole the spotlight with the game-winning bucket, Bailey’s defensive versatility was on full display throughout the evening. Team Melo ultimately fell short in the championship game and lost to Team Vince 25–24 after VJ Edgecombe iced the game at the free-throw line.

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is the 2026 Three-Point Contest Champion. He achieved this feat despite sitting out this season due to an Achilles tear. He managed to defeat guard Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns and rookie Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets in the championship round of the tournament.

While accepting his award, the 35-year-old point guard was asked what was going through his mind as he watched Booker take his turn in the three-point contest. Lillard cheerfully admitted he was “praying” for the Suns star to “fall.”

“I was praying for his downfall,” Lillard claimed.

“I was praying for his downfall”

What Damian Lillard was thinking when he saw Devin Booker in the final round😅

pic.twitter.com/4329tM90fm https://t.co/bci6DfMFGu

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 14 February 2026

It appears to have worked, as Devin Booker failed to surpass Damian Lillard’s 29 points in the championship round. The win marked Lillard’s third three-point contest win of his career. he joins larry bird And Craig Hodges is the only player in league history to win the competition three times.

With the competition over, Lillard will likely go back to taking care of his Achilles tendon tear in preparation for the 2026-27 campaign. The nine-time All-Star is not expected to return this season, even if the Trail Blazers reach the playoffs. Meanwhile, Portland will continue to lean on Deni Avdija and its young roster. The club is ranked No. 9 in the Western Conference at the All-Star break.

Damian Lillard signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Trail Blazers last season after the Milwaukee Bucks waived him. His deal includes a no-trade clause, so there’s a chance Lillard finishes his career in Portland. Over the course of 13 years in the league, Lillard has career averages of 25.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game as well as a 43.9% career field goal percentage and 37.1% three-point percentage.

對於德文·布克來說，好消息是：菲尼克斯太陽隊隊史得分手五次入選全明星。 NBA週日宣布了西部和東部聯盟的所有替補名單，他也入選了。

雖然布克因腳踝扭傷缺席了比賽，但他所參加的比賽，他的影響力是存在的。當他在場時，球隊戰績為 26 勝 15 負，進攻效率為 117.7（目前排名第六）。

對於主教練喬丹·奧特來說，他一直都知道布克作為一名球員有多麼出色。在他的第一個賽季中，他一直被譽為可教練和領導者。

儘管他的比賽並不算太華麗，但更衣室裡的每個人都知道菲尼克斯是他的球隊。奧特很高興布克的表現得到認可。

“教練們在預備隊中獲得了投票權，這是一件好事，因為我們看到教練們如何為他做準備，尤其是這個賽季，”奧特通過 PHNX Suns 在 X（以前的 Twitter）上說道。 “他一次又一次地看到大量的屍體，以及他對球場、更衣室、我們整個城市和組織的影響。

“再說一次，當你有一個超級巨星做所有沒有人看到的事情並在球場上做所有事情時，沒有足夠的好話可以說。我們很高興他在那裡，他值得。我很高興他得到了教練的認可，這是你希望受到球員和教練尊重的群體。他顯然擁有這一點。”

喬丹·奧特知道太陽隊的德文·布克值得成為全明星

太陽隊徹底逆轉，讓 NBA 措手不及。許多人在賽季開始前就把它們註銷了。但通過信任，隨著時間的推移，除了追隨布克的帶領之外，他們還取得了進步。

菲尼克斯目前戰績為30勝19負，幾乎追平了上賽季全明星賽前的戰績。成功很大程度上與布克和他的表現有關。

統計數據不會讓任何人震驚，但他可能正在經歷他最完整的賽季。他能夠處理包夾和陷阱，同時也是進攻的發起者。

他讓科林·吉萊斯皮和奧索·伊戈達羅這樣的人有信心做自己並發揮自己的優勢。布克可能不會過於咄咄逼人，但他贏得了尊重。

正如奧特所說，教練們對預備隊進行了投票，幾乎每一位教練都描述了布克的進步，以及每晚防守和比賽計劃對他來說是多麼大的挑戰。

儘管布克仍然缺陣，但這可能會促使布克在對重要比賽的期待中更接近康復。