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The Phoenix Suns suffering back-to-back losses against the Spurs is concerning. Despite that, there are a few positive takeaways from the game. The star shooting guard-cum-small forward Devin Booker’s return from a sprained ankle is one.

The Suns finally lost the match 132-122 in a Victor Wembanyama-dominated spell. ‘Book’ was not in the starting line-up, rather got drawn in quickly in the first quarter. He played in the Point-Guard position at some point.

Will DBooker be converted into a point guard by Frank Vogel?

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Kevin Durant hints at the possibility

Kevin Durant and Devin Booker tried to save the match after the first half, and at one point, drew them closer. Booker scored 31 and Durant 28. The most reliable duo steps up for the Suns, but in vain.

In the post-match conference, Kevin Durant opened up. At one point, he was asked about Devin Booker’s stint in the match. Durant replied, “He looked faster, stronger, looked better than he did game one, to be honest.”?Booker however, missed three matches at a stretch after a sprained ankle.

With that, KD hinted that there might be a revamp in Booker’s position in Frank Vogel’s squad. “He did great tonight, we want to build on it. 31 points, 13 assists, 9 rebounds, controlling the game at that point guard position.”?KD’s interview is certainly a hint as to what’s coming up in this season. Are we going to see more of Devin Booker as the Point-Guard?

Turnaround possible?

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With just five games being played at this point, there is ample time for the Suns to turn around. However, the team needs to put the right combination on the court. The Slim Reaper and ‘Book’ will have to go out of their way and play a crucial role in this.

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The Suns take on the in-form Philadelphia 76ers following this tomorrow. The Sixers are extra motivated after the hectic James Harden saga. It would be interesting to watch how they put up against the Phoenix Suns.

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Are we going to witness Devin Booker in the point guard position from now onwards. Let’s see what Frank Vogel has in mind.

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