Devin Booker’s best 5 seasons
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Devin Booker, the Sun's prodigious prodigy, reminds me of the mystique surrounding classic rock albums; you eagerly anticipate each release, wondering how the artist will evolve next. Each season of his has been an album drop, an opportunity to see how the artist perfects his craft. Here's a chronological relook into his top five "albums," or rather, seasons. As Scorsese would say, "Cue the music!"
5. 2015-2016: The Freshman Record - Rookie Year
It was like watching an indie band's first album: raw but packed with potential. Averaging 13.8 points per game, Booker was the shining rookie amidst a rebuilding Suns ensemble. While his usage rate of about 23% hinted at his budding prominence, this was just the overture to a symphony of greatness awaiting us.
4. 2017-2018: The Evolution Album
Booker's third year was akin to Dylan's 'Highway 61 Revisited': an evolution, a game-changer. With a stat line boasting 24.9 points and 4.7 assists per game, Booker proved he could be the leading man and the best supporting actor, all in one. His music – or rather, gameplay – took a complex turn, reflected in a usage rate surging to 31%. The Suns weren’t just revolving around him; they were dancing to his tunes.
3. 2019-2020: The Chart-Topping Masterpiece
Booker's fifth season was reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' – a commercial and critical sensation. Not only did he notch 26.6 points a game, but he also shot at an impressive 48.9% field goal accuracy. The 34.5% usage rate told the tale: he wasn't just a member of the band; he was the lead vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter, all in one.
2. 2018-2019: The Rock Opera
His fourth year was Booker’s ‘Tommy’ by The Who – ambitious, flamboyant, unforgettable. Averaging 26.6 points and shooting 46.7% from the field, it was also the year of THAT game against the Celtics. Booker’s 70-point magnum opus was the equivalent of Queen's 20-minute epic, "Bohemian Rhapsody." Despite Phoenix's challenges, with a 32.9% usage rate, Booker's singular brilliance illuminated the way, like Freddie Mercury's voice cutting through the din.
1. 2020-2021: The Magnum Opus Season
By now, Booker’s artistry was undisputed, and this season was his 'Dark Side of the Moon' – a masterclass. The numbers say it all: 27.1 points, 6.5 assists per game, with a scorching 50.4% field goal percentage. It wasn’t just about the stats; it was about the maestro weaving his magic on court. The crescendo? A staggering 35.2% usage rate, underscoring his undeniable gravitas in the Phoenix ensemble.
