Career Timeline of Devin Booker: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Devin Booker made an impact.
Devin Booker is a prominent American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. Drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats, Booker has become the Suns' all-time leading scorer. He is a four-time All-Star and a two-time All-NBA team selection, solidifying his status as one of the league's top players. Booker has also achieved success on the international stage, winning gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in 2020 and 2024.
2014: Played for Kentucky
In 2014, Devin Booker played for Kentucky and averaged 10 points per game.
April 9, 2015: Declared for NBA Draft
On April 9, 2015, Devin Booker declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
June 25, 2015: Drafted by the Phoenix Suns
On June 25, 2015, Devin Booker was selected by the Phoenix Suns as the thirteenth overall pick in the NBA draft.
2015: Averaged 13.8 Points
In 2015, Devin Booker averaged 13.8 points per game.
2015: Drafted by the Phoenix Suns
In 2015, Devin Booker was drafted 13th overall by the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats.
January 2, 2016: Season-High 21 Points
On January 2, 2016, Devin Booker scored a then season-high 21 points in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.
2016: Joins USA Select Team
In 2016, Devin Booker played on the USA Select Team that trained against the U.S. Olympic team.
2016: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team
In 2016, Devin Booker was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team and finished fourth in Rookie of the Year voting.
January 12, 2017: Set Suns Franchise Record
On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker set the Phoenix Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter with 28 points, surpassing Stephon Marbury's record from 2002.
November 6, 2017: Reaches 3,000 career points
On November 6, 2017, Devin Booker scored 18 points in a loss to the Brooklyn Nets, reaching 3,000 career points and becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach the milestone.
July 7, 2018: Signs contract extension with the Suns
On July 7, 2018, Devin Booker signed a five-year, $158 million maximum contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.
November 23, 2019: Near Triple-Double vs. Timberwolves
On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker recorded 35 points, a career-high 12 rebounds, and 9 assists in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, nearly achieving a triple-double.
December 27, 2019: Starts Scoring Streak
On December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven consecutive games, breaking a franchise record.
January 7, 2020: Ends Scoring Streak
On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker ended his streak of seven straight games with over 30 points, achieving a unique record of six straight performances of 30+ points and 6+ assists with high shooting efficiency.
February 13, 2020: Named All-Star
On February 13, 2020, Devin Booker was named an NBA All-Star as an injury replacement for Damian Lillard and also replaced Lillard in the Three Point Contest.
August 11, 2020: Breaks franchise record
On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking Walter Davis's franchise record for the most 30-plus-point games with the team.
2020: Starting Five foundation
In 2020, Devin Booker launched his charitable foundation, the Starting Five, donating $500,000 annually to Phoenix charities for 5 years.
2020: Special Olympics ambassador
In 2020, Devin Booker was named a global ambassador to the Special Olympics, supporting his younger half-sister.
January 22, 2021: Reaches 8,000 career points
On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker reached 8,000 career points during an overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets, also straining his left hamstring in the process.
February 8, 2021: Scores Season-High 36 points
On February 8, 2021, Devin Booker scored a season-high 36 points in a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
2021: Led Suns to NBA Finals
In 2021, Devin Booker helped lead the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.
July 7, 2022: Agrees to contract extension
On July 7, 2022, Devin Booker agreed to a four-year, $224 million maximum contract extension with the Phoenix Suns and was announced as one of the cover stars of NBA 2K23.
2022: Earned All-NBA First Team Honors
In 2022, Devin Booker earned All-NBA First Team honors after a franchise-best 64-win season.
February 7, 2023: Returns to Lineup
On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the lineup after missing 21 games with a left groin strain, scoring 19 points in a win against the Brooklyn Nets.
November 17, 2023: Career-High Assists
On November 17, 2023, Devin Booker recorded 24 points and a career-high 15 assists in a win over the Utah Jazz.
January 19, 2024: Scores 52 points against Pelicans
On January 19, 2024, Devin Booker scored 52 points, including 25 in the first quarter, in a win against the New Orleans Pelicans.
February 3, 2025: Most career points in Suns history
On February 3, 2025, Devin Booker surpassed Walter Davis to become the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer.
2025: Became Suns' All-Time Leading Scorer
In 2025, at the age of 28, Devin Booker became the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer.
