Devin Booker's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Devin Booker.

Devin Booker is a prominent American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. He was drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats. Booker's achievements include four NBA All-Star selections and two All-NBA team selections. He holds the title of the Suns' all-time leading scorer. Internationally, Booker has secured gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in both 2020 and 2024.

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

1983: Reference to 1983-84 NBA Season

Starting December 28, 2019 through January 7, 2020, Devin Booker had a streak of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists, and was the only player since the 1983–84 NBA season to record six straight performances of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists with 47% shooting efficiency

March 24, 1990: Tom Chambers' Suns Scoring Record

On March 24, 1990, Tom Chambers held the Suns' previous scoring record with 60 points.

1993: First NBA Finals Since 1993

In Game 6 of the Conference Finals, Booker dropped 22 points in a 130–103 victory over the Clippers, to lead the Suns to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993.

1999: Vince Carter's Streak

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

2000: Vince Carter's Streak

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

2002: Stephon Marbury's Record

In 2002, Stephon Marbury set the Suns franchise record with 26 points in a quarter, a record later tied by Devin Booker in 2017.

2006: David Booker's Scoring Record

In 2006, David Booker set a scoring record at Moss Point with 2,251 points, which Devin Booker later surpassed.

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.

2013: Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year

In March 2013, Devin Booker was named the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance throughout the year.

2014: Kentucky Statistics and Honors

During the 2014-15 season, Devin Booker averaged 10.0 points for Kentucky and subsequently earned SEC Sixth Man of the Year, All-Freshman Team and All-SEC Second Team honors.

2014: All-Star Game Participation

In 2014, Devin Booker participated in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, McDonald's All-American Game, and Jordan Brand Classic, showcasing his skills among top players.

2014: Western Conference Player of the Week

On February 15, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for the first time in his career for the week of February 8–14, 2021, becoming the first Suns player to get the award since Goran Dragić in 2014.

January 19, 2016: 32 Points Against Indiana Pacers

On January 19, 2016, Booker scored 32 points against the Indiana Pacers, setting a Suns' rookie record with six three-pointers.

2016: 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. He is the first Suns player to be named to the All-Rookie Team since Amar'e Stoudemire in 2003.

January 12, 2017: Suns Franchise Record

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker scored 28 fourth-quarter points, tying the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter, a record previously held by Stephon Marbury in 2002.

November 6, 2017: Reaching 3,000 Career Points

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

November 23, 2019: Near Triple-Double

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

December 27, 2019: 30-Plus Point Streak

From December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, setting a franchise record.

January 7, 2020: End of 30-Point Streak

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker's streak of seven straight games with over 30 points came to an end. During the streak from December 28 until January 7, he was the only player since the 1983-84 NBA season to record six straight performances of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists with 47% shooting efficiency.

February 13, 2020: All-Star Selection

On February 13, 2020, Devin Booker was named an NBA All-Star as an injury replacement for Damian Lillard, and he also replaced Lillard in the Three Point Contest, finishing as the runner-up.

August 11, 2020: Breaking Franchise Record

On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points, breaking a franchise record set by Walter Davis for the most games of 30-plus points scored with the team.

2020: Olympic Gold Medal

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

January 22, 2021: Reaching 8,000 Career Points and Hamstring Strain

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

November 29, 2021: Western Conference Player of the Week

On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Player of the Week in the Western Conference for Week 6 of the season, during which the Suns achieved a franchise-record 18-game winning streak.

2021: Won Olympic gold medal

In 2021, Devin Booker and Team USA won the Olympic gold medal in men's basketball.

2021: NBA Finals with the Suns

In 2021, Devin Booker played a crucial role in leading the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.

2021: 2021 NBA Finals

In the 2021 NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks, Booker averaged 27.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists. He became the third player in NBA history to have back-to-back 40 point games in the Finals. However, the Suns would lose to the Bucks in six games.

January 17, 2022: Second Player of the Week Award

On January 17, 2022, Devin Booker received the Western Conference Player of the Week honor again for his performance during Week 13.

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

On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points and reached 11,000 career points, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach that milestone.

July 7, 2022: Contract Extension and NBA 2K23 Cover

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

2022: All-NBA First Team Honors

In 2022, Devin Booker earned All-NBA First Team honors following a franchise-best 64-win season with the Phoenix Suns.

February 7, 2023: Return from Groin Strain

On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the lineup after missing the previous 21 games with a left groin strain, scoring 19 points in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.