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
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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.
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.
Devin Booker's development through playing with Chris Paul
Playing alongside Chris Paul has had a major impact on Devin Booker's game. Over the years, Booker has learned from Paul's ability to manipulate possessions, find mismatches, and make the right reads consistently. Booker's improved understanding and execution of these strategies have enhanced his game as a primary ball handler.
The impact of Devin Booker's shot manipulation
Booker's ability to manipulate possessions and create advantageous situations for himself and his team has become a key aspect of his game. He uses dribble handoffs, ball screens, and effective reads to get the matchup he wants and find the right opportunities for himself and his teammates. This skill has elevated his scoring efficiency and made him a more dangerous offensive threat.
Jalen Brunson's emergence as an elite player for the Dallas Mavericks
Jalen Brunson's performances have exceeded expectations, proving himself to be an all-NBA caliber player. He has shown confidence, high basketball IQ, and exceptional skill in his role as a connector and facilitator for the Dallas Mavericks. Brunson's ability to make smart cuts, anticipate rotations, and contribute to efficient offense has made him a valuable asset for the team.
On this Monday’s Old Man and the Three Things, Tim Legler returns to the show with JJ to break down Devin Booker’s game-winner and how great the Suns offense looks, why it’s time to recognize that Jalen Brunson is an elite point guard, and the outstanding play and contributions from Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr.