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Suns Stick With Booker: Future Plans Revealed
12 Nov
Summary
- Phoenix Suns reaffirm commitment to building around star Devin Booker.
- Devin Booker desires to remain a lifelong member of the Suns.
- Despite a 4-6 start, Suns aim for immediate improvements, not a trade.
The Phoenix Suns are currently grappling with a 4-6 record at the start of the 2026-27 NBA season, raising questions about their contention status and star shooting guard Devin Booker's future. League insider Michael Scotto has reported that the Suns are committed to keeping Booker and enhancing the team around him. Booker also reportedly wishes to be a "Sun for life," having recently signed an extension.
Despite earlier successes, including an NBA Finals appearance in 2021, the Suns have struggled to maintain their level of play after losing key personnel. This season, with Booker leading the way, averaging 25.1 points, the team sits 11th in the Western Conference. Owner Mat Ishbia is focused on immediate results, making a win-now trade more likely than a rebuild centered on trading Booker.
Booker, drafted 13th overall in 2015, has been the face of the franchise for years. While his trade value is high, Phoenix is not considering testing the market. The team's priority is to improve their standing and keep Booker satisfied, though the ultimate success of this strategy remains to be seen as the February trade deadline approaches.
