Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns left the New Orleans Pelicans licking their wounds once more after a scintillating performance, highlighted by Booker’s 52-point eruption and nine assists in Monday’s 124-111 victory. This outstanding display not only sealed the win for the Suns but also etched his name alongside the great Wilt Chamberlain in the annals of NBA history, as Booker became only the second player ever to tally 50 points in three consecutive games against a single opponent.
Devin Booker’s 52-Point Establishment
In the post-game interview, Booker stressed the privilege of being somewhere near Chamberlain in the minds of people and that he would always value this as a very rare and precious opportunity. While Booker noted this, he cautioned that his team was also known to lose the gold standard after leading at times, urging his team to keep intensity throughout the competition.
The need to burn this bird rooted in her previous experience, as once she ignited the incalculable pelicans. Some exemplary instances include a 52 point explosion on Jan 19 and a seemingly impossible 58 point extravaganza that was recorded in December 2022. Booker sets the league ablaze by breaking the three-game record of 162 points that had been held by James Harden in a game against the Pelicans, highlighting his sure-footed shooting and hold on the game.
Kevin Durant, who also goes on to score great, admit that Nick has the best scoring consistency and versatility of all other players in the court. The Brooklyn Nets standout did not mince words as he compared spotting Booker on the floor to seeing a smiling mirror reflection; that booker has that amazing ability to score from every nook and cranny on the field of play.
Booker himself confessed that he too was a little confused by his victory against the Pelicans. It was partly because he was acquainted with the city and the arena, a familiarity that could have helped him. ‘Caminar latindo y teniendo relación consanguínea con el lugar, Booker se encuentra con un sentimiento de paz y motivación cada vez que juega en Nueva Orleans.’
For the Suns, the good thing is their win could not have come at a better place. Finally, sitting at 1-2 on the previous three game board, they might have needed a success story to not only get them in but also win the position. Play-in being the main factor, the Suns are now behind the Pelicans, and not only do they want to land the 6th slot, but a direct route to the playoffs is what they really aspire.
Before they take on the Pelicans in their last regular season down on April 7, the Suns will be looking to stretch Booker’s streak further and and likely get a better seeding for the post season. Considering the postseason is right around the corner, the Booker’s scoring breakthrough boasts a great chance to be the basis for the much-desired deep playoff for Suns.
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