Phoenix Suns standout guard Devin Booker recently emerged from a shooting slump in a remarkable fashion during Monday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Booker lit up the court with an impressive 52-point performance alongside nine assists, hitting 19 of his 28 shots, including a career-high eight three-pointers. This stellar display propelled the Suns to a 124-111 victory over the Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Remarkably, this marked his third consecutive 50-point game against New Orleans, a feat previously achieved only by the legendary Wilt Chamberlain.
From the outset, it was evident that Booker was destined for a memorable night. He erupted for 37 points in the first half, with 24 of those coming in the opening quarter. This impressive showing came after Booker struggled, scoring a combined 31 points on 34.6 percent shooting over his previous two games.
The win proved crucial for the Suns, who are currently trailing the Pelicans by just one game in the fiercely contested Western Conference playoff race. Alongside Booker’s heroics, Kevin Durant contributed 20 points, while Jusuf Nurkic recorded an impressive 19 points and 19 rebounds. On the Pelicans’ side, Zion Williamson led with 30 points on 10-of-20 shooting.
However, the spotlight undeniably belonged to Booker, leaving fans in awe across social media platforms:
BOOKER 3 IS BACK pic.twitter.com/wAlX3HtyI4
— whyman (@CrossoverAce) April 2, 2024
Twitter user @CrossoverAce exclaimed, “BOOKER 3 IS BACK.”
Another user, @AndrewLeezus, hailed Booker as the “Best SG in the world,” highlighting his remarkable statistics and impact on the game.
Devin Booker tonight:
52 points
9 assists
3 rebounds
1 block
8 threes made
83.7 TS%Best SG in the world. We’re in April now, this is when he reaches another level.
Stay locked in Book 🙏🧘♂️ pic.twitter.com/xQKpQDUbz2
— LEEZUS (@AndrewLeezus) April 2, 2024
ESPN’s @_Andrew_Lopez noted Booker’s historic achievement, joining Chamberlain as the only player to achieve three consecutive 50-point games against a single opponent.
The NBA’s official account (@NBA) celebrated Booker’s takeover with a highlight reel, emphasizing his dominance throughout the game.
DEVIN BOOKER HAS 52.
Absolute TAKEOVER on NBA TV.
📲 https://t.co/INmXcWUlNZ pic.twitter.com/owrItqboss
— NBA (@NBA) April 2, 2024
Booker’s outstanding performance resonated deeply with Suns fans, as evidenced by the enthusiastic reactions shared on social media.
Despite facing challenges throughout the season, including injuries and inconsistency, the Suns remain determined to navigate their way through the playoffs. Booker’s stellar showing against the Pelicans serves as a promising sign as they strive to regain momentum in the final stretch of the regular season.
Looking ahead, the Suns aim to maintain their momentum as they prepare to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. With Booker leading the charge, Phoenix is poised to make a strong push for playoff success.
