History of Devin Booker in Timeline
Devin Booker is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns. He was drafted 13th overall in 2015 after playing one year of college basketball at Kentucky. Booker holds multiple NBA records for youngest player to achieve scoring milestones: he is the youngest player to score over 60 points in a game (70 points against the Boston Celtics at age 20) and the youngest to have consecutive 50-point games (at age 22).
1983: Booker's 30+ Point and 6+ Assist Streak
From December 28, 2019 until January 7, 2020, Devin Booker became the only player since the 1983–84 NBA season to record six consecutive performances of 30+ points and 6+ assists with 47% shooting efficiency.
1988: Litterial Green's Scoring Record
Litterial Green set the Moss Point High School record for most points in a game in 1988.
March 24, 1990: 70-Point Game Against Boston Celtics
On March 24, 1990, Devin Booker etched his name into NBA history by scoring 70 points against the Boston Celtics, becoming the sixth player to achieve this feat. At 20 years old, he became the youngest player to score 70 points in a game, surpassing legends like Wilt Chamberlain, Kobe Bryant, and David Robinson.
1991: Donald Williams' Scoring Record
Donald Williams set a scoring record for the HighSchoolOT.com Invitational in 1991.
1993: First NBA Finals Since 1993
On June 30, 2021, Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993 by defeating the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 6 of the Conference Finals.
1994: Melvin Booker's Award
Devin Booker's father, Melvin Booker, was named the 1994 Big Eight Player of the Year while playing point guard at Missouri.
October 30, 1996: Birth of Devin Booker
Devin Armani Booker was born on October 30, 1996.
2006: Moss Point's All-Time Career Scoring Leader
Devin Booker became Moss Point's all-time career scoring leader with 2,263 points, surpassing the 2006 mark of 2,251 set by David Booker (no relation).
2009: Suns 8-Game Winning Streak
In the 2020 NBA Bubble, Devin Booker helped the Phoenix Suns achieve an 8-game winning streak for the first time since the 2009–10 season.
2010: First Playoff Berth Since 2010
Devin Booker and Chris Paul helped the Phoenix Suns clinch their first playoff berth since 2010 during the 2020–21 NBA season.
2010: First Western Conference Finals Since 2010
In the 2020–21 NBA season, Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to their first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2010 by sweeping the Denver Nuggets 4–0 in the Conference Semifinals.
August 2011: Enrollment at Moss Point High School
Devin Booker enrolled at Moss Point High School in August 2011, where his father was an assistant coach.
August 2013: Narrowing College Choices
In August 2013, Devin Booker narrowed his list of potential college choices to Florida, Missouri, Michigan, Michigan State, and Kentucky.
2013: Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year
Devin Booker was named the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year for 2013.
November 2, 2014: Kentucky Wildcats Debut
Devin Booker made his debut for the Kentucky Wildcats in an exhibition game against the University of Pikeville on November 2, 2014, scoring 16 points and contributing three assists as the team's second-leading scorer.
2014: Four-Star Recruit
Rivals.com ranked Devin Booker a four-star prospect and the 30th best player overall in the class of 2014.
2014: Under Armour Elite 24 Showcase
Devin Booker won the three-point shooting contest at the Under Armour Elite 24 showcase in 2014.
2014: First Suns Player to Win Player of the Week Since 2014
On February 15, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for the first time in his career, becoming the first Suns player to receive the award since Goran Dragić in 2014.
2014: High School Basketball Achievements
In 2014, Devin Booker showcased his basketball prowess in various high school all-star games. Notably, he scored 31 points in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, tying a record for Mississippi players. He also participated in the McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic, representing the West team alongside future Kentucky teammates. Furthermore, he led the Home team to victory with 43 points in the South Mississippi All-Star Basketball Showcase.
2014: Successful Freshman Season at Kentucky
During the 2014-15 season, Devin Booker made a significant impact as a freshman at the University of Kentucky, averaging 10 points, 2 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. His performances earned him recognition as the SEC Sixth Man of the Year, along with selections to the SEC All-Freshman Team and the All-SEC Second Team.
April 9, 2015: NBA Draft Declaration
On April 9, 2015, Devin Booker decided to forgo his remaining college eligibility and declared for the NBA draft, joining several of his Kentucky teammates in making the leap to the professional level.
June 25, 2015: Drafted by Phoenix Suns
Devin Booker's NBA journey began on June 25, 2015, when he was selected as the 13th overall pick by the Phoenix Suns in the NBA draft.
2015: NBA Draft Selection
Devin Booker was selected by the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 2015 NBA draft with the 13th overall pick.
January 2, 2016: Rookie Season Highlights
Devin Booker's rookie season in 2016 was marked by several impressive performances. He scored a then season-high 21 points against the Sacramento Kings on January 2nd, and later set a Suns' rookie record with six three-pointers in a game against the Indiana Pacers on January 19th, where he scored 32 points. Booker also became the third-youngest player in NBA history to record a 30-point game.
2016: Booker Trains with USA Select Team
Devin Booker participated in the 2016 USA Select Team, training alongside the 2016 U.S. Olympic team.
2016: Rookie of the Year Contender and All-Rookie First Team
Devin Booker's outstanding rookie season in 2016 resulted in him finishing fourth in the NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting and earning NBA All-Rookie First Team honors. Notably, he became the first Phoenix Suns player to be named to the All-Rookie Team since Amar'e Stoudemire in 2003.
2016: Continued Development and Summer League Participation
During the 2016 offseason, Devin Booker focused on improving his game, training with coach Earl Watson and former NBA player Baron Davis. He was invited to train with the select team that scrimmaged against Team USA in preparation for the Olympics. He also showcased his skills by playing in two games for the Suns in the Las Vegas Summer League.
January 12, 2017: Franchise Record for Points in a Quarter
On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker set a Phoenix Suns franchise record by scoring 28 points in the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks. His 39 points in the game also made him the youngest player in NBA history to record back-to-back games with 39 or more points.
November 6, 2017: Reaching 3,000 Career Points
Devin Booker achieved another milestone on November 6, 2017, when he reached 3,000 career points. This accomplishment made him the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach this scoring mark, trailing only LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Carmelo Anthony.
2017: Youngest Player to Score Over 60 Points
At 20 years old, Devin Booker became the youngest player to score over 60 points in a game, finishing with a Suns franchise record 70 points against the Boston Celtics in 2017.
March 14, 2018: Hand Injury and Recovery
Devin Booker suffered a hand injury during practice on March 14, 2018, requiring surgery and a six-week recovery period. However, he made a successful comeback for the Suns' season opener on October 17th, scoring 35 points in a victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
July 7, 2018: Maximum Contract Extension with Suns
On July 7, 2018, Devin Booker solidified his future with the Phoenix Suns by signing a five-year, $158 million maximum contract extension, demonstrating the team's commitment to building around their young star.
November 23, 2019: Booker Near Triple-Double Against Timberwolves
On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker almost achieved a triple-double with 35 points, a career-high 12 rebounds, and 9 assists in a 100–98 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
December 27, 2019: Booker's 30+ Point Streak Begins
Starting December 27, 2019 until January 7, 2020, Devin Booker scored over 30 points in seven straight games, breaking a franchise record for consecutive 30+ point games.
2019: Youngest Player with Consecutive 50-Point Games
At 22 years old in 2019, Devin Booker became the youngest player in NBA history to record consecutive 50-point games.
2019: Booker Purchases Paradise Valley Home
In 2019, Devin Booker acquired a 5,590-square-foot house located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, for a price of $3.5 million.
January 7, 2020: Booker's 30+ Point Streak Ends
By January 7, 2020, Devin Booker completed a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, including a 40-point performance against the Memphis Grizzlies on January 5.
February 13, 2020: Booker Named All-Star
On February 13, 2020, Devin Booker was named an All-Star as an injury replacement after Damian Lillard suffered a groin strain. Booker also participated in the Three Point Contest, finishing as the runner-up.
February 2020: Booker Named Olympic Finalist
In February 2020, Devin Booker was selected as a finalist for the 2020 United States men's Olympic basketball team.
August 11, 2020: Booker Breaks Franchise Record
On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points, breaking a franchise record for the most games of 30+ points scored with the team, previously held by Walter Davis. He also contributed 9 rebounds and 7 assists in a 130–117 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
2020: Booker Becomes Special Olympics Global Ambassador
Devin Booker was appointed as a global ambassador for the Special Olympics in 2020, driven by his support for his younger half-sister who lives with microdeletion syndrome.
2020: Olympic Gold Medal
Devin Booker won a gold medal as part of the 2020 U.S. Olympic team in Tokyo.
January 22, 2021: Booker Reaches 8,000 Points
On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker reached 8,000 career points during a 130–126 overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets, despite straining his left hamstring.
February 8, 2021: Booker Scores Season-High 36 Points
Devin Booker scored a season-high 36 points on February 8, 2021, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 119–113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
November 29, 2021: Booker Named Player of the Week
On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for his performance during Week 6 of the season, helping the Suns achieve a franchise-record 18-game winning streak.
2021: NBA Finals Appearance
Devin Booker helped the Phoenix Suns reach the NBA Finals in 2021.
2021: Booker's First NBA Finals
In 2021, Devin Booker made his first NBA Finals appearance. He broke Rick Barry's 54-year-old record with 601 points in his first playoff appearance and averaged 27.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists throughout the playoffs.
2021: Olympic Gold for Booker and Team USA
Devin Booker, as part of Team USA, secured the gold medal in men's basketball at the 2021 Olympic Games.
January 17, 2022: Booker Named Player of the Week Again
Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week again on January 17, 2022, for his performance during Week 13 of the season.
March 24, 2022: Booker Scores Season-High 49 Points
On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points in a 140–130 victory over the Denver Nuggets, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to score 11,000 points.
July 7, 2022: Booker Signs Contract Extension
On July 7, 2022, Devin Booker agreed to a four-year, $224 million maximum contract extension with the Phoenix Suns. On the same day, he was announced as one of the cover stars of NBA 2K23.
February 7, 2023: Booker Returns from Injury
On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the Phoenix Suns lineup after missing 21 games due to a left groin strain. He contributed 19 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds in a 116-112 win against the Brooklyn Nets.
November 17, 2023: Booker's Career-High in Assists
On November 17, 2023, Devin Booker achieved a career-high of 15 assists, alongside 24 points, contributing to a 131-128 Phoenix Suns victory against the Utah Jazz.
January 19, 2024: Booker's 52-Point Game Against Pelicans
Devin Booker scored an impressive 52 points, including 25 in the first quarter, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 123-109 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on January 19, 2024.