Devin Booker, a key figure for the Phoenix Suns, made waves on Instagram this past Sunday with a post from Sedona, Arizona, quickly garnering 35,000 likes within 30 minutes. The star shooting guard, now entering his 11th <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/basketball/nba/”>NBA season—all spent with the Suns—captioned the post simply, “Sedona Sunday.” This brief message sparked interaction from fans and former teammates alike, including Bradley Beal.
Bradley Beal Reacts to Booker’s Post Following Team Departure
Bradley Beal, who had been a member of the Suns for the past two seasons before being waived earlier this offseason, left a reaction on Booker’s post using an emoji. Beal’s comment has drawn attention because of his recent exit from Phoenix, creating a social media moment that fans have found intriguing given their shared time on the team.
Beal’s Contract Buyout and New Opportunity with Clippers
On July 16, NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Bradley Beal agreed to a contract buyout with the Phoenix Suns and was set to join the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal, which includes a player option. This agreement came after Beal cleared waivers. Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports confirmed these developments to ESPN, marking a significant career move for the three-time NBA All-Star.
“BREAKING: Three-time NBA All-Star Bradley Beal has agreed to a contract buyout with the Phoenix Suns and plans to join the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal with a player option after clearing waivers, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports told ESPN.”
—Shams Charania, NBA Insider
Performance Overview Before and After the Suns
During his final season with the Suns, Beal averaged 17.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.1 steals per game, shooting nearly 50% from the field and 38.6% from beyond the arc in 53 contests. Before joining Phoenix, Beal had spent all 11 of his NBA seasons with the Washington Wizards since leaving the University of Florida.
Meanwhile, Devin Booker recently completed another strong year, putting up 25.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game while shooting 46.1% overall and 33.2% from three-point range across 75 games. However, despite their individual efforts, the Suns fell short of qualifying for the 2025 NBA playoffs.
Implications for the Suns Moving Forward
The connection between Booker and Beal continues to hold fan interest, especially as the Suns look to regroup following their playoff miss. Beal’s move to the Clippers suggests a fresh start for him, while Booker remains a cornerstone for the Phoenix franchise. Observers will be watching closely to see how Phoenix adjusts its roster and how Booker’s leadership shapes the team’s next chapter.