Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to a win against the Washington Wizards on Thursday, scoring 37 points. He shot 10-of-24 from the field and made four three-pointers. Booker also added five assists in his 38 minutes on the court. The Suns won with a final score of 130-123.
What It Means
Booker’s 37-point game against the Wizards marked his highest scoring game this season, surpassing his average by nearly 12 points. This performance is part of a streak where he has scored over 30 points in two consecutive games. For the season, Booker is averaging 25.2 points per game, ranking him third among shooting guards. He has been consistent with his assists as well, averaging 6.9 per game, which also ranks him third at his position. Booker’s ability to lead in scoring was evident as he topped all players in points in five games this season.
