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DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 24: Devin Booker (1) of the Phoenix Suns works with a pick set by Cheick Diallo (14) as Gary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets defends during the third quarter on Sunday, November 24, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
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DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 24: Devin Booker (1) of the Phoenix Suns works with a pick set by Cheick Diallo (14) as Gary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets defends during the third quarter on Sunday, November 24, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
The trade rumors just keep on getting spicier day by day. We’ll always be wondering until we get any official confirmation for a trade. Just like that, rumors of Devin Booker wanting an exit from the Phoenix Suns made rounds. This got all the Phoenix Suns‘ fans worried because Booker has been great for the team so far.
On ‘The Bill Simmons Podcast’, Ryen Russillo stirred the pot by saying, “They’ve got to worry about the Booker thing.
“The worst kept secret in the league is Booker really wants out of there. And if it’s another bad season, I actually think that could get ugly.”
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Although it is a popular opinion that Booker should play with a better team, the Phoenix Suns have also shown substantial growth. Going 8-0 in the Orlando Bubble and missing the playoffs with an inch, it’s not that surprising that Booker wants to stay, As per John Gambadoro of Phoenix Sports 98.7 FM.
John took to Twitter to put an end to these ridiculous claims. He wrote, “This is 100% NOT TRUE. Book is happy in Phoenix, excited for the season, loves how they finished in the bubble, excited about free agency. Not one time has he ever told anyone he wanted out. Don’t listen to this garbage.”
This is 100% NOT TRUE. Book is happy in Phoenix, excited for the season, loves how they finished in the bubble, excited about free agency. Not one time has he ever told anyone he wanted out. Don't listen to this garbage.
— John Gambadoro (@Gambo987) November 4, 2020
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Do Devin Booker and Co. have a shot at making it to the playoffs?
Booker has established himself as a superstar with the Suns and otherwise. The last two seasons have been one of the best for Booker in the NBA. Not only that, but he has also helped his teammates make a name for themselves. The Suns have done a stellar job in creating the roster around Booker.
The question remains: if Booker stays, will the Suns have a better chance at making it to the playoffs next season? Well, the Suns have a youth-centric and talented roster at their disposal. But they still have a few pieces away from getting where they want to be. It all depends on what decisions they make this offseason.
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DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 24: Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets and Gary Harris (14) double team Devin Booker (1) of the Phoenix Suns during the fourth quarter of Denver’s 116-104 win on Sunday, November 24, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
All that aside, after last season’s performance in the Bubble, the Suns have shown the world that they are getting ready to compete now. We will only have to wait and watch for when it happens.
