The Phoenix Suns have secured star guard Devin Booker with a two-year, $145 million contract extension, making it the most lucrative annual average salary ever given in an NBA extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania on Wednesday. This deal adds on to Booker’s existing contract, leaving him with five years and $316 million through the 2029-30 season.
Booker’s Career Highlights and Recent Performance
At 28 years old, Devin Booker boasts impressive stats, averaging 25.5 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.1 rebounds during the 2024-25 season. Since being selected as the 13th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, Booker has remained with the Suns and earned four All-Star selections as well as two All-NBA honors. Earlier this year, he became Phoenix’s all-time leading scorer, solidifying his legacy within the franchise.
New Salary Milestone Surpasses Previous NBA Records
Earlier in the month, Oklahoma City Thunder’s reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander secured a $285 million extension, setting the previous record with an annual average of $71.25 million. Booker’s extension now edges past that with a $72.5 million annual average, making him the highest-paid player via contract extension in NBA history.
Recent Team Changes Ahead of Upcoming Seasons
Following a disappointing finish last season, missing the playoffs with a 36-46 record, the Suns have been active in reshaping their roster. They traded star forward Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets and acquired Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets. In addition, Phoenix drafted Duke center Khaman Maluach with the 10th overall pick in the recent NBA Draft. The Suns are also reportedly negotiating a buyout for guard Bradley Beal to make him an unrestricted free agent.
Booker’s Role in the Suns’ Championship Contention Efforts
Booker led Phoenix to the NBA Finals in 2021 and subsequently signed a four-year, $224 million supermax extension in 2022. The Suns briefly formed a “Big 3” by acquiring Kevin Durant at the 2023 trade deadline alongside Booker and Chris Paul. However, this trio was short-lived as Paul was traded in the offseason for Bradley Beal. Despite these moves, the Suns managed just one playoff series win in 2023 before being swept in the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2024.
Future Outlook for Phoenix Suns with Booker at the Helm
With Devin Booker committed to the Suns through the end of this decade, the franchise’s next challenge is to build a strong supporting core around his leadership. This move sets the foundation for Phoenix to solidify its position in the competitive Western Conference and return to serious playoff contention.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Devin Booker married to Kendall?
A. Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker have reportedly ended their relationship again, splitting over a month ago. According to Us Weekly, a source revealed, “They have had an on-and-off relationship for years and just broke up again.” The source added that their busy schedules are often the reason for their breakups.