For the better part of a decade, Devin Booker has been the engine that drives the Phoenix Suns-a franchise cornerstone with the kind of scoring touch and competitive fire that makes him one of the elite shooting guards in the NBA. He’s not just a bucket-getter; he’s a leader, a playmaker, and the face of a team that’s been knocking on the door of a title.
Booker’s rise to stardom isn’t just about raw numbers-it’s about moments. Like in 2021, when he led the Suns to within two wins of an NBA championship.
That run didn’t just elevate his status in the league; it cemented him as a player you build around. Since then, he’s only sharpened his game, evolving from a high-volume scorer into a more complete offensive weapon.
He’s become a better passer, a more efficient shooter, and a steady presence in clutch moments.
But as often happens with star athletes, the spotlight doesn’t always stay on the hardwood.
Despite his consistency on the court, Booker’s name occasionally gets pulled into conversations that have little to do with basketball. His past relationship with Kendall Jenner continues to surface in commentary and media coverage, even years after the fact. And while that kind of attention might come with the territory of being a celebrity-athlete, it can feel out of place-especially when it overshadows what he’s doing between the lines.
Case in point: Saturday’s game against the New York Knicks. Booker was locked in, doing what he does best-putting on a scoring clinic and anchoring the Suns’ offense. But during the broadcast, Knicks legend and current commentator Walt “Clyde” Frazier made a tongue-in-cheek remark that turned heads.
“He’s definitely one of the elite shooters and scorers,” Frazier said. “But his real fame, though, is Kardashian fame.”
Now, Clyde is known for his colorful commentary and off-the-cuff observations. This isn’t the first time he’s tossed out a playful jab-earlier this season, he made headlines with a quip about Bam Adebayo and his girlfriend, WNBA star A’ja Wilson. It’s part of Clyde’s charm, and most players don’t take it personally.
Still, it’s a reminder of how narratives can follow players, even when they’ve done everything to shift the conversation back to basketball. Booker has stayed loyal to Phoenix, kept his head down, and let his game do the talking.
He’s earned the respect of his peers, coaches, and fans. And more importantly, he’s shown time and again that he’s about the work.
As the Suns continue their push in a loaded Western Conference, Booker remains the steady force at the center of it all. The hope-especially among Suns fans-is that the focus stays where it belongs: on his game, not the gossip.
Because when you watch him play, it’s clear. Devin Booker isn’t just famous.
He’s flat-out great.