History of Devin Booker in Timeline

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 established himself as a top player in the league. His accolades include being a five-time All-Star, a two-time All-NBA selection, and the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer. He has also achieved international success, winning gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball team in 2020 and 2024.

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

1988: Litterial Green Sets Moss Point Record

In 1988, Litterial Green set the Moss Point record for most points in a game.

March 24, 1990: Tom Chambers' Previous Record

Tom Chambers previously held the Phoenix Suns' scoring record with 60 points on March 24, 1990.

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.

1991: Donald Williams Sets Scoring Record

In 1991, Donald Williams set a record for total points at the HighSchoolOT.com Invitational.

1992: Othella Harrington's Scoring Record

In 1992, Othella Harrington set a record for most points scored by a Mississippi player in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, with 31 points.

1994: Melvin Booker Named Player of the Year

In 1994, Devin Booker's father, Melvin Booker, was named the Big Eight Player of the Year while playing point guard at Missouri.

October 30, 1996: Devin Booker's Birth

On October 30, 1996, Devin Armani Booker was born. He is now an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns.

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1999: Vince Carter's Scoring Streak

From 1999-2000, Vince Carter had a 23-game run as a second-year player during the season.

2000: Vince Carter's Scoring Streak

From 1999-2000, Vince Carter had a 23-game run as a second-year player during the season.

2002: Stephon Marbury Held Previous Record

In 2002, Stephon Marbury held the previous Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter with 26 points.

2003: Amar'e Stoudemire Named to All-Rookie Team

In 2003, Amar'e Stoudemire was named as a member of the All-Rookie Team.

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.

January 2006: Kobe Bryant Scored 81 Points

In January 2006, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points, the highest-scoring game in the NBA before Devin Booker's 70-point game.

2006: David Booker's Scoring Record

In 2006, David Booker (no relation) set a career scoring record at Moss Point with 2,251 points.

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.

August 2011: Enrolled at Moss Point High School

In August 2011, Devin Booker moved to Mississippi and enrolled at Moss Point High School, where his father was hired as an assistant coach.

August 2013: Narrowed College Choices

In August 2013, Devin Booker narrowed his list of potential college choices to Florida, Missouri, Michigan, Michigan State, and Kentucky.

2013: Named Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year

In March 2013, Devin Booker was named the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year. In April 2013, he became the second player ever to win the Sun Herald Player of the Year Award in consecutive seasons.

November 2, 2014: Second Leading Scorer

On November 2, 2014, Devin Booker was the second leading scorer with 16 points for Kentucky in their first exhibition game against the University of Pikeville.

2014: Participated in Nike Global Challenge

In 2014, Devin Booker participated against international competition at the Nike Global Challenge.

2014: Participated in All-Star Games

In 2014, Devin Booker participated in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, the McDonald's All-American Game, and the Jordan Brand Classic. He also participated in the South Mississippi All-Star Basketball Showcase.

2014: Played for Kentucky

In 2014, Devin Booker played for Kentucky, averaging 10.0 points in 38 games. He was named SEC Sixth Man of the Year and was named to the SEC All-Freshman Team and the All-SEC Second Team.

2014: Ranked as Top Prospect

In 2014, Rivals.com ranked Devin Booker as a four-star prospect and the 30th-best player overall in the class of 2014, while ESPN tabbed him as the 18th-best player overall. In April 2014, Booker began playing for the Alabama Challenge on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League circuit. Kentucky coach John Calipari offered Booker a scholarship.

April 9, 2015: Declared for NBA Draft

On April 9, 2015, Devin Booker declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility, alongside other Kentucky teammates.

June 25, 2015: Selected by Phoenix Suns in NBA Draft

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

2015: Scoring Increment

From 2015-2016 season, Booker's scoring increased by 9 points from 13.8 to 22.1.

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.

January 2, 2016: Scored Season-High 21 Points

On January 2, 2016, Devin Booker scored a then season-high 21 points in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

January 19, 2016: Scored 32 Points and Set Suns' Rookie Record

On January 19, 2016, Devin Booker scored 32 points in a loss to the Indiana Pacers, setting a Phoenix Suns' rookie record with six three-pointers. He became the third-youngest player in NBA history to record a 30-point game.

2016: Trained and Played in Summer League

During the offseason of 2016, Devin Booker trained with coaches and former players, was invited to practice against Team USA, and played two games for the Suns during the Las Vegas Summer League.

2016: Played on USA Select Team

In 2016, Devin Booker played on the USA Select Team that trained against the 2016 U.S. Olympic team, providing valuable experience and preparation for potential future Olympic participation.

2016: Scored Career Highs and Reached 1,000 Career Points

In March 2016, Devin Booker scored career highs in points and assists, leading all rookies in both categories. On April 9, 2016, he reached 1,000 points for the season, becoming the fourth-youngest player to reach 1,000 career points. He finished fourth in the 2016 NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting and earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors.

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

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

November 6, 2017: Reached 3,000 Career Points

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

March 14, 2018: Hand Injury in Practice

On March 14, 2018, Devin Booker jammed his right hand in practice, resulting in surgery to repair the fifth metacarpophalangeal joint. This injury sidelined him for six weeks.

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, securing his place with the team for the long term.

November 23, 2019: Near Triple-Double vs. Timberwolves

On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker nearly achieved a triple-double, recording 35 points, a career-high 12 rebounds, and 9 assists in a 100–98 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 27, 2019: Scoring Streak Begins

On December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven consecutive games, which included a 40-point performance against the Memphis Grizzlies on January 5, 2020.

2019: House Purchase in Paradise Valley

In 2019, Devin Booker purchased a 5,590 sq ft house in Paradise Valley, Arizona, for $3.5 million.

January 7, 2020: Scoring Streak Ends

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker's streak of seven straight games with 30-plus points ended, concluding a period where he broke a franchise record for consecutive 30-plus-point games.

February 13, 2020: Named All-Star

On February 13, 2020, Devin Booker was named an All-Star as an injury replacement for Damian Lillard, marking his first All-Star selection. He also replaced Lillard in the Three Point Contest, finishing as the runner-up.

February 2020: Named Olympic Team Finalist

In February 2020, Devin Booker was named a finalist to play on the 2020 U.S. Olympic team, showcasing his potential to represent his country on the international stage.

June 2020: Relationship with Kendall Jenner

In June 2020, Devin Booker began a relationship with Kendall Jenner.

August 11, 2020: Record-Breaking Performance in NBA Bubble

On August 11, 2020, in the NBA Bubble, Devin Booker scored 35 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking a franchise record for most 30-plus-point games with the team. He also had 9 rebounds and 7 assists.

2020: Starting Five Foundation and Phoenix Charities Donation

In 2020, Devin Booker established his charitable foundation called the Starting Five, which grants five nonprofit organizations $100,000 each. He also planned to donate $500,000 to Phoenix charities per year for 5 years.

2020: Named Special Olympics Global Ambassador

In 2020, Devin Booker was named a global ambassador to the Special Olympics in recognition of his support for his younger half-sister, who has microdeletion syndrome.

2020: Won Gold Medal

In 2020, Devin Booker won a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team.

January 22, 2021: Reaches 8,000 Career Points, Suffers Hamstring Strain

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

February 8, 2021: Season-High 36 Points

On February 8, 2021, Devin Booker scored a season-high 36 points in a 119–113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

November 29, 2021: Named Western Conference Player of the Week

On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for Week 6 of the season, contributing to the Suns' franchise-record 18-game winning streak.

2021: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2021, Devin Booker and Team USA secured the Olympic gold medal in men's basketball, marking a significant achievement in his career and contributing to the team's success.

2021: NBA Finals Appearance

In 2021, Devin Booker and the Suns reached the NBA Finals but lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games. Booker averaged 27.3 points in his first career playoffs.

2021: Led Suns to NBA Finals

In 2021, Devin Booker helped lead the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.

January 17, 2022: Named Western Conference Player of the Week Again

On January 17, 2022, Devin Booker received the Western Conference Player of the Week award for the second time in the season, recognizing his performance during Week 13.

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

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

July 7, 2022: Agrees to Contract Extension and Cover Star of NBA 2K23

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

October 2022: End of relationship with Kendall Jenner

In October 2022, Devin Booker and Kendall Jenner ended their relationship.

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: Return from Groin Injury

On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the lineup after missing 21 games due to a left groin strain, scoring 19 points in a win over 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 131–128 victory over the Utah Jazz.

January 19, 2024: 52-Point Game Against Pelicans

On January 19, 2024, Devin Booker scored 52 points, including 25 in the first quarter, during a 123–109 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, released in the "Tracer Pack: D Book Was Here bundle".

2024: Named to Olympic Team

In 2024, Devin Booker was named to the Olympic team for the 2024 Paris Olympics, earning another opportunity to represent the United States in international competition.

2024: Won Another Gold Medal

In 2024, Devin Booker won another gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team.

February 3, 2025: Becomes Suns All-Time Leading Scorer

On February 3, 2025, Devin Booker surpassed Walter Davis to become the all-time leading scorer in Phoenix Suns franchise history.

July 9, 2025: Agrees to Max Extension

On July 9, 2025, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns agreed to a two-year max extension worth $145 million, continuing his commitment to the team.

2025: Became Suns' All-Time Leading Scorer

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

January 4, 2026: Game Winning Shot Against Thunder

On January 4, 2026, Devin Booker scored 24 points with 9 assists, sealing a 108-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder with a game-winning three-pointer.