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 an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns. Drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats, he quickly rose to prominence. Booker is a five-time NBA All-Star, a two-time All-NBA selection, and holds the distinction of being the Suns' all-time leading scorer. He has also achieved international success, securing gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in 2020 and 2024.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1991: Dennis Scott Competed in Three-Point Contest

In 1991, Dennis Scott competed in the NBA All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest as a rookie.

2004: Kyle Korver Competed in Three-Point Contest

In 2004, Kyle Korver competed in the NBA All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest as a rookie.

2010: Stephen Curry Competed in Three-Point Contest

In 2010, Stephen Curry competed in the NBA All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest as a rookie.

2010: First Western Conference Finals appearance since 2010

In Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets in the Conference Semifinals, Booker dropped 34 points and 11 rebounds in a 125–118 victory, leading the Suns to a 4–0 series sweep over the Nuggets for their first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2010.

2014: Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game MVP

In 2014, Devin Booker was named MVP of the Mississippi team in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game after scoring 31 points. He also participated in the McDonald's All-American 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 Phoenix Suns

On June 25, 2015, Devin Booker was selected as the thirteenth overall pick by the Phoenix Suns in the NBA draft.

2015: Drafted by 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 season-high 21 points in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

2016: Training and Summer League

During the offseason of 2016, Booker trained with coaches and played in the Las Vegas Summer League. He retained his starting position with the Suns.

2016: Played on 2016 USA Select Team

In 2016, Devin Booker played on the 2016 USA Select Team, training against the 2016 U.S. Olympic team.

January 12, 2017: Franchise Record for Most Points in a Quarter

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker scored 28 fourth-quarter points, setting a Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter.

November 6, 2017: Reaches 3,000 Career Points

On November 6, 2017, Devin Booker scored 18 points in a game against the Brooklyn Nets, reaching 3,000 career points and becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to achieve this milestone.

July 7, 2018: Signed 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

On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker almost achieved a triple-double, recording 35 points, a career-high 12 rebounds, and 9 assists in a victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 27, 2019: 30-plus Point Streak

Starting on December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, ending January 7, 2020, breaking a Phoenix Suns franchise record.

January 7, 2020: 30-point Streak Ends

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker ended a streak that started December 27, 2019 of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, but during that stretch recorded six straight performances of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists with 47% shooting efficiency.

August 11, 2020: Franchise Record and Victory Over 76ers

On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points, breaking Walter Davis's franchise record for the most 30-plus-point games, along with 9 rebounds and 7 assists in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

2020: Global Ambassador for Special Olympics

In 2020, Devin Booker was named a global ambassador to the Special Olympics in support of his younger half-sister.

2020: Starting Five foundation

In 2020, Devin Booker's charitable foundation, Starting Five, granted five nonprofit organizations $100,000 each and planned to donate $500,000 to Phoenix charities per year for 5 years.

January 22, 2021: Reached 8,000 Career Points

On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker reached 8,000 career points during an overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets, in which he also strained his left hamstring.

February 8, 2021: 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 played a key role in leading the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.

2021: NBA Finals Appearance and Record Breaking Performance

In 2021, Devin Booker reached the NBA Finals. On July 14, 2021, Booker broke Rick Barry's 54-year-old record of most points in first NBA playoff appearance with 601. Booker averaged 27.3 points in his first career playoffs.

March 24, 2022: Season-High 49 Points and Achievement of 11,000 Career Points

On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points in a victory over the Denver Nuggets, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to score 11,000 points.

July 7, 2022: Contract Extension and Cover Star Announcement

On July 7, 2022, Devin Booker agreed to a four-year, $224 million maximum contract extension with the Suns; the same day, he was announced as one of the cover stars of NBA 2K23.

2022: Earned All-NBA First Team Honors

In 2022, Devin Booker received All-NBA First Team honors after the Phoenix Suns achieved a franchise-best 64-win season.

November 17, 2023: Career-High 15 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: Scored 52 Points

On January 19, 2024, Devin Booker scored 52 points, including 25 in the first quarter, in a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

May 3, 2024: Playable Operator in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III

On May 3, 2024, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III added Devin Booker as a playable operator for Warzone in the "Tracer Pack: D Book Was Here bundle".

February 3, 2025: Most career points in Suns franchise history

On February 3, 2025, Booker surpassed Walter Davis for the most career points in Suns franchise history.

July 9, 2025: Agreed to two-year max extension

On July 9, 2025, Booker and the Suns agreed to a two-year max extension worth $145 million.

2025: Became Suns' All-Time Leading Scorer

In 2025, at the age of 28, Devin Booker became the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer.

January 4, 2026: Sealed victory against Thunder

On January 4, 2026, Booker posted 24 points, six rebounds, and nine assists, sealing a 108–105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder with a game-winning three-pointer.