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 with the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. After a single season playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats, he was drafted 13th overall by the Suns in 2015. Booker is a five-time NBA All-Star, a two-time All-NBA team member, and the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer. He has won gold medals playing for the United States in the 2020 and 2024 Olympics.

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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 Sets Suns Scoring Record

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

1991: Donald Williams Sets Invitational Record

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

1993: Led Suns to NBA Finals First Time Since 1993

In Game 6 of the Conference Finals, Booker led the Suns to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993.

1999: Vince Carter's Scoring Streak

During the 1999-2000 NBA season, Vince Carter had a 23-game scoring streak.

2000: Vince Carter's Scoring Streak

During the 1999-2000 NBA season, Vince Carter had a 23-game scoring streak.

2002: Stephon Marbury Sets Points Record

In 2002, Stephon Marbury scored 26 points in a quarter.

January 2006: Kobe Bryant Scores 81 Points

In January 2006, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a game.

2006: David Booker sets Moss Point Record

In 2006, David Booker set the Moss Point High School career scoring record with 2,251 points.

2010: First Western Conference Finals Appearance Since 2010

In Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets in the Conference Semifinals, Booker led the Suns to a 4–0 series sweep over the Nuggets for their first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2010.

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 also won the Sun Herald Player of the Year Award for the second consecutive season.

2014: Participated in All-Star Games

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

2015: Average Points in 2015-16

Devin Booker averaged 13.8 points per game in the 2015-16 season.

January 19, 2016: Scored 32 Points Against Pacers

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

2016: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team

In 2016, Devin Booker finished fourth in the NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team. During March 2016, Booker led all rookies in points (22.4) and assists (4.9) per game.

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

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker scored 28 fourth-quarter points, for a total of 39 points that night, setting the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter with 28 points.

November 23, 2019: Near Triple-Double Performance

On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker nearly recorded 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: Began Scoring Streak

On December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, which lasted until January 7, 2020.

January 7, 2020: Ended Scoring Streak

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker concluded a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, during which he broke a franchise record for most 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.

August 11, 2020: Broke Franchise Record and Won Against 76ers

On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking Walter Davis's franchise record for most 30-plus-point games; he also secured 9 rebounds and 7 assists in the 130-117 victory.

2020: Named Special Olympics Global Ambassador

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

2020: Won Gold Medal at Olympics

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

January 22, 2021: Reached 8,000 Career Points and Hamstring Injury

On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker scored his 8,000th career point in a game against the Denver Nuggets, during which he also strained his left hamstring.

November 29, 2021: 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.

2021: NBA Finals Performance

During the 2021 NBA Finals, Devin Booker showcased strong performances, including back-to-back 40-point games, ultimately averaging 27.3 points in his first career playoffs.

2021: Won Olympic Gold Medal

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

2021: Led Suns to NBA Finals

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

January 17, 2022: Named Player of the Week Again

On January 17, 2022, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for his performance during Week 13.

March 24, 2022: Scored Season-High 49 Points

On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points against the Denver Nuggets, becoming the fourth-youngest player to reach 11,000 career points.

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: Returned to Lineup after Groin Strain

On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the lineup after missing 21 games with a left groin strain, contributing 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 131–128 win over the Utah Jazz.

2024: Won Gold Medal at Olympics

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

February 3, 2025: Most Career Points in Suns Franchise History

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

2025: Became Suns' All-Time Leading Scorer

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

February 1, 2026: Named All-Star

On February 1, 2026, Devin Booker was named to his fifth All-Star Game as a Western Conference reserve.

March 24: Scored 70 Points Against Celtics

On March 24, Devin Booker scored 70 points against the Boston Celtics, becoming the youngest player to achieve this and setting a new Suns' franchise record. He became the sixth player in NBA history to score 70 points in a game.