Booker remains a central scoring engine for Phoenix, complementing Durant’s addition with elite offensive firepower and a veteran approach that should keep Suns’ offense humming. The pairing underscores Durant’s role as a co-star in a high-powered offense, while the Suns’ defensive schemes provide a contrasting dynamic alongside Durant’s presence.

Booker signs two-year 145 million extension through 2029-30, cementing him as the Suns’ cornerstone and central figure in any contending window. The move frames Phoenix’s plan as star-first while leaving open the possibility of a broader reset if needed, with Booker's loyalty highlighted as a key differentiator from other recent star exits.

Booker showed up courtside as Suns teammates Brooks and Green joined the Phoenix glow, signaling a city-wide basketball moment that adds buzz to Mercury’s postseason push and hints at cross-team synergy fueling the Valley’s basketball narrative.

Booker leads a Suns rebuild-or-reposition phase, emphasizing perimeter shooting and playmaking; surrounding pieces and health govern fantasy upside more than star power alone.

Booker sits in Porter’s near-elite tier, grouped with a few others in the discussion of top-tier 3PT and scoring volume alongside Curry’s benchmark.