Booker accumulated a game-high 34 points (12-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Saturday's 114-106 victory over the Jazz.
Booker was dominant Saturday, scoring a game-high 34 points to lead the Suns to victory. It was especially encouraging to see him go 6-for-12 from beyond the arc, as Booker had been shooting a brutal 18.9 percent from long range across his prior six appearances to Saturday's action. Over his last six games since returning from a groin injury, the superstar guard is averaging 23.2 points, 9.0 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.2 three-pointers.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Logs third straight double-double
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Booker provided 20 points (9-21 FG, 0-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, 12 assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Thursday's 123-115 victory over the Hawks.
Booker's assist numbers have allowed him access to the double-double milestone, and he's been an apt dime-dropper since returning from a five-game absence. He's averaged 10.0 assists alongside 21.0 points and 5.0 rebounds over the five games after his return and is successfully re-establishing his role as the team's second scoring option behind Kevin Durant.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Nears 40 points in double-double
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Booker posted 39 points (14-25 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six rebounds and 10 assists across 39 minutes during Tuesday's 115-104 loss to the Hornets.
Booker took Tuesday's game over offensively, leading all players in the contest in scoring and assists while ending second on the team in rebounds in a dominating performance. Booker recorded his third-highest point total of the season -- he set a season-high mark of 44 points Nov. 17. Booker has handed out 10 or more dimes on five occasions, including in two straight outings.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Held in check
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Booker had 10 points (3-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-6 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Monday's 109-99 victory over the 76ers.
Booker was held to a season-low 10 points Monday, but the Suns were still able to snap a four-game losing streak. Big changes could be coming to Phoenix with the franchise linked to Jimmy Butler, and it's no secret that Bradley Beal could be on the way out. Whatever happens, Booker's fantasy value is unlikely to change much as he'll continue to be a focal point of the offense in any scenario.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Near triple-double in loss
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Booker posted 20 points (7-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine assists and eight boards through 36 minutes of play in the 126-108 loss to the Pacers on Saturday.
The guard fell just shy of what would've marked his first triple-double of the season and second of his career. Although he missed the mark, it was encouraging to see Booker produce such a well-rounded performance in just his second game back from a groin injury that sidelined him for a week.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Flirts with double-double in return
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Booker (groin) logged 16 points (4-20 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine assists, four rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 117-112 loss to the Grizzlies.
Booker returned from a five-game absence due to a left groin strain and was on a mild restriction, as he often plays 35-plus minutes in competitive contests like Tuesday's. While Booker's counting stats were adequate in his first game since Dec. 19, the poor efficiency from the field limited the overall value of his line. Assuming he experienced no setbacks with his groin Tuesday and can remain healthy, Booker should be able to improve upon this performance, starting with Saturday's matchup against the Pacers.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Good to go
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Booker (groin) will play Tuesday night against Memphis.
It looked like this would be the case leading up to tipoff, but Booker needed to clear one final hurdle before getting the green light. Expect the Suns to monitor the star guard closely in his first action since Dec. 19.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Expects to play
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Booker (groin) is on track to play Tuesday against the Grizzlies but will need to go through warmups before being officially cleared, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Booker was initially added to the injury report as questionable, and barring any last-minute setbacks, he'll be in line to return from a five-game absence caused by a left groin strain. Expect official confirmation from the team closer to tipoff.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Officially questionable
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Booker (groin) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Memphis, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
It was reported earlier in the day that Booker was trending in the right direction after participating in 5-on-5 work during Monday's practice, and this update indicates he's indeed closing in on a return. The team will likely monitor the Kentucky product closely during morning shootaround and pregame warmups before issuing another update on his availability.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Could return Tuesday
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Booker (groin) could return to the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Booker has missed the past five games for the Suns, but he participated in a 5-on-5 scrimmage at Monday's practice. Coach Mike Budenholzer also noted that Booker fared well, and the coach sounded optimistic about the guard's chances of returning to game action soon.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Ruled out for Friday and Saturday
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Head coach Mike Budenholzer said that Booker (groin), who has already been ruled out for Friday's game against the Mavericks, will also be sidelined for Saturday's contest against the Warriors, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Booker will miss his fourth and fifth games this weekend due to a left groin strain. With the added rest to progress in his recovery, Booker could make his return against the Grizzlies on New Year's Eve. Ryan Dunn, Royce O'Neale and Josh Okogie will continue to see more playing time due to Booker's injury.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Won't play Friday
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Booker (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Dallas.
Booker will miss his fourth consecutive outing due to a left groin strain, and his next chance to return will come Saturday against the Warriors. The star shooting guard has done some on-court work and is seemingly preparing to return to game action soon. However, Ryan Dunn and Royce O'Neale are candidates for extended playing time if Booker remains sidelined a bit longer.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Does some on-court work
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Suns' head coach Mike Budenholzer said Booker (groin) has done some on-court work Wednesday night, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Booker's Christmas status remains unchanged, but his injury-related absence may not last much longer. While the Suns prepare for their upcoming game against the Nuggets, likely with Royce O'Neale once again in the Suns' starting lineup, Booker will look to make a return in their game Friday against a Mavericks team currently reeling from news of Luka Doncic (calf) possibly being out long-term.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Won't play on Christmas
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Booker (groin) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Booker will miss a third straight game due to a left groin injury, the severity of which remains unknown. Royce O'Neale should remain in the starting lineup Wednesday while Ryan Dunn and Monte Morris could see more action off the bench. Booker's next chance to play will come Friday against Dallas -- the first end of a back-to-back.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Misses practice Tuesday
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Booker (ankle) did not practice Tuesday, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Booker was spotted shooting some free throws after practice, but this doesn't bode well for his status for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets. More clarity will be known when the Suns release their injury report Tuesday evening. Grayson Allen (concussion) also missed Tuesday's practice.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Out through Monday
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The Suns announced Saturday that Booker (groin) will be out Saturday against the Pistons and Monday against the Nuggets before being re-evaluated early next week, Doug Haller of The Athletic reports.
While fantasy managers should receive a better understanding of the severity of the star guard's injury once he is re-evaluated, Booker may face an uphill battle to gain clearance for the Suns' Christmas Day matchup with the Nuggets next Wednesday For whatever length of time Booker misses, supporting players like Royce O'Neale, Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn and Monte Morris are all candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Won't play Saturday vs. Pistons
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Booker (groin) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Detroit.
Booker was unable to return for the second half of Thursday's game against the Pacers due to groin tightness, and the issue will cause the All-Star guard to miss his first game of the 2024-25 regular season. The severity of the injury isn't clear, and Booker's next opportunity to play will be Monday against the Nuggets. Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn and Monte Morris are all candidates to see increased playing time due to Booker's injury.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Done for night with groin injury
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Booker won't return to Thursday's game against the Pacers due to groin tightness, Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix reports. He totaled 17 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six assists, two rebounds and one steal over 25 minutes before exiting.
Booker didn't come out of the locker room to begin the second half, and the team announced shortly after the third quarter began that he's been shut down for the evening. Grayson Allen and Ryan Dunn could see more playing time in the second half due to Booker's absence. Booker can be viewed as day-to-day heading into Saturday's contest against the Pistons, though groin injuries often result in multi-game absences.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Sent to locker room
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Booker wasn't on the Suns' bench to begin the second half Thursday against the Pacers due to an apparent ankle injury, Brendon Kleen of Locked On Suns reports.
Booker looked to tweak his ankle during the first quarter but managed to stick it out for the remainder of the first half before presumably getting checked out during halftime. He'll be considered questionable to return until the team has more information to share.
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Suns' Devin Booker: Pours in game-high 34
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Booker racked up 34 points (13-27 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Friday's 134-126 win over the Jazz.
The veteran guard led all scorers on the night as he posted his highest point total since Nov. 17, when he dropped 44 on the Timberwolves. Booker has topped 20 points in nine straight games, averaging 28.2 points, 6.3 assists, 3.8 boards, 2.9 threes and 1.2 steals over that stretch.
