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The Young Man and the Three

How Good the Suns Are with Devin Booker As Their Primary Ball Handler + Jalen Brunson is Elite | Tim Legler and JJ Redick | OM3 THINGS

Nov 27, 2023
Tim Legler joins JJ Redick to discuss Devin Booker's game-winner and the Suns' great offense, recognizing Jalen Brunson as an elite point guard, and highlighting the outstanding play of Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr.
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Quick takeaways

  • Devin Booker's growth as a primary ball handler has increased trust from teammates and coaches.
  • Playing alongside Chris Paul has improved Devin Booker's understanding of manipulating possessions and finding advantageous situations.

Deep dives

Devin Booker's evolution as a primary ball handler

Devin Booker has shown significant growth as a primary ball handler, which was not always his role. In a recent game against the New York Knicks, he displayed patience, acceptance of defensive pressure, and the ability to read and react to defensive strategies. Booker's improved decision-making and playmaking have increased the trust his teammates and coaches have in him.

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