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The verdict: After entering the fall projected at No. 1, Darryn Peterson struggled to stay healthy and played through a strange season after a battle with cramping. However, NBA teams haven't appeared concerned with his long-term health. His best moments, while further between than he and Kansas hoped, underscored why NBA teams still view him as a future star who executives liken stylistically to Devin Booker. Peterson can be one of the best guards in the league, and after gaining a better understanding of the context, he reclaims the top spot on my board.
Jusuf Nurkic: “Right after arriving at camp, he was extremely negative toward everyone. It didn’t matter whether it was me, Booker, or anyone else. Every practice was full of criticism — ‘you are not good enough’, ‘you should not be playing basketball’. Nobody really took his words seriously at first. We couldn’t understand that at one point he had lost his compass, that he didn’t care how anyone felt, and that is the most important thing in such a team environment. It was no longer about anything. We had a video meeting, 15–18 of us, all the coaches, and Budenholzer was showing clips of how everyone was performing. Booker tried to say something, he listened to him, and then told him, ‘Please do not speak anymore in these meetings so my assistants can talk.’
McDonald’s has been a longtime fixture in the basketball community and culture, now we’re stepping onto the court in a whole new way. Introducing the Nike Book 2 McDonald’s, a limited-edition sneaker designed by Devin Booker with nods to his basketball come-up, and his favorite Sedona *turquoise* Arches – with an exclusive pair available only via Nike Book 2 McDonald’s Friends & Family sweepstakes in the McDonald’s app with purchase of one of the new specialty drinks. The sneakers are a continuation of his signature shoe narrative and love for his home-state of Arizona, and trace Booker’s basketball journey – being a McDonald’s All American alum before becoming an all-star. The colorway takes inspiration from the McDonald’s restaurant in Sedona: the only location in the world with turquoise arches, rather than the standard Golden Arches, out of respect to the natural red rock scenery.
Ramona Shelburne: When I spoke to Darryn Peterson he had a very clear answer on what current player he admired: Devin Booker. Joined NBA Today to discuss with @king .mclure @marcjspears @MJAcostaTV #nba #nbatoday
When I spoke to Darryn Peterson he had a very clear answer on what current player he admired: Devin Booker. Joined NBA Today to discuss with @king.mclure @marcjspears @MJAcostaTV #nba #nbatoday pic.twitter.com/1rpfZnnSRr
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) May 14, 2026
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Q. Some film you're watching of guys that you're trying to emulate at the next level? Darryn Peterson: Devin Booker, Anthony Edwards, Shai,, Donovan Mitchell, and Dame. Q. What are you taking from them particularly? Peterson: Just ways that they score. They all score in different ways. Let's see how they take space and most of them are getting guarded super hard during their game. How they get easy shots, how they get to free throw line.
Michael Scotto: Suns owner Mat Ishbia: “I’ll ride into a fire with Devin Booker, and I’ll do it proudly… Devin Booker is not getting traded. Devin Booker is our franchise player. We’re going to win a championship here with Devin Booker. I’m excited to do it and be next to him when we do that.”
Suns owner Mat Ishbia: “I’ll ride into a fire with Devin Booker, and I’ll do it proudly… Devin Booker is not getting traded. Devin Booker is our franchise player. We’re going to win a championship here with Devin Booker. I’m excited to do it and be next to him when we do that.” pic.twitter.com/CtyNXnLehp
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) April 30, 2026
Duane Rankin: Suns team owner Mat Ishbia said Devin Booker "is not getting traded" when asked about Booker's status. "Devin Booker is going to be here. Devin Booker is going to lead us to a championship." #Suns
Duane Rankin: Mat Ishbia said "no" to the question about whether he wished Devin Booker imposed his will more in playoff series vs. OKC. Said he's "1000%" behind Booker. #Suns
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"He's the MVP of the league, and he's playing the best basketball in the league for the past two years," Suns star Devin Booker said of Gilgeous-Alexander. "That's mixed with guys that know their roles, some seasoned vets, and they're relentless. With that chemistry, the communication, it's on 100%. And when the bench comes in, they get better sometimes. It's like reinforcement, not subs. They have all the answers to the test."
Duane Rankin: Suns practice report: Injury update: Mark Williams (foot) OUT. Jordan Goodwin (calf) likely QUESTIONABLE. Devin Booker (ankle) looked fine after practice. Suns down 3-0 to defending NBA champion Thunder.
