​Devin Booker stands as one of the greatest players in the history of the Phoenix Suns, a distinction that isn’t in dispute. Yet, amid his career highlights, there’s talk that his current contract is among the least favorable in the NBA, a claim highlighted by Bleacher Report’s Dan Favale. Favale recently released a ranking of the eight most unfavorable contracts in the league, with Booker’s deal landing at No. 5. The list is topped by Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers, followed by Trae Young’s newly minted maximum contract with the Washington Wizards, Paul George’s arrangement with the Boston Celtics, and De’Aaron Fox’s pact with the San Antonio Spurs.
Favale notes that Booker is the only player among the top five whose contract remains guaranteed to carry a top-10 salary in each of the next two seasons. He cautions that paying a player who has posted just one All-NBA team appearance over the past four years “top-10” money is risky. The analysis suggests Booker might be better suited to elevate a weaker supporting cast, pointing to his continued growth in playmaking as an asset. However, Favale also highlights Booker’s heavy reliance on mid-range jumpers, a facet of his game that has become more pronounced while his at-rim frequency has declined compared to recent seasons.
In terms of production last season, Booker delivered averages of 26.1 points, 6.0 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game for the Suns. The conversation surrounding his contract remains active, and updates are expected as new information and analysis emerge. For readers following this topic, the ongoing discussion about Booker’s contract status and its implications for the Suns’ win-now ambitions and long-term cap structure continues to evolve.
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