Devin Booker Shows Love After Russell Westbrook, Kings Deal

Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook signed a deal to join the Sacramento Kings, ending a long offseason of uncertainty, which surprised many, including Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker. Booker expressed relief and respect for Westbrook, stating he was happy for him and his family, and noted that it's better for the league that Westbrook found a team.

Westbrook joins a Kings team featuring talented veterans like Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine. Despite the Kings appearing more talented on paper, both the Kings and Suns are considered to have a similar ceiling in the highly competitive Western Conference. The two teams will face each other in their season opener on October 22 at the Mortgage Matchup Center.

The Suns, according to Bleacher Report's preseason NBA Top 100, have two top players: veteran guard Devin Booker and newly acquired Jalen Green, forming one of the most dynamic scoring backcourts in the NBA. Booker is ranked 16th on the list, with Zach Buckley commenting on his consistency amid team changes, though noting potential challenges with increased responsibility and defensive attention after the departures of Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.