Latest News: Devin Booker shouts out Suns legend for helping him during rough times

Amar’e Stoudemire recognized Amar’e Stoudemire s potential as the next standout player for the Phoenix Suns. Currently, the Suns appear as a formidable playoff contender, boasting talents like Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal.

Sitting at fifth place in the Western Conference, they’ve won seven of their last ten games, including a recent victory over the Houston Rockets.

However, the journey hasn’t always been smooth for Phoenix. In previous years, they faced significant challenges, particularly during Booker’s early seasons when the team lacked offensive strength and struggled to provide him with sufficient support until the arrival of Chris Paul in 2020.
During those tough times, Booker, the face of the franchise, found support from a Suns legend, Amar’e Stoudemire.

Booker acknowledged Stoudemire’s encouragement during his early career, mentioning how the former Suns star consistently communicated with him and urged him to persevere through difficulties.

Suns fans familiar with the team’s history know Stoudemire as a dominant force in his Suns tenure, renowned for his partnership with Steve Nash in the pick-and-roll, contributing significantly to the team’s success in the Western Conference.

Now, with a formidable lineup, including Booker, the Suns are once again formidable contenders. As the playoffs approach, Booker sees an opportunity to vie for the championship with his current squad, positioning Phoenix among the top contenders yet again.