Suns Announcer Mocks Devin Booker Trade Idea With 4-Word Quip
Amid the Phoenix Suns’ struggles this season, Devin Booker has resurfaced in trade rumors. On Friday, Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report floated the idea of Phoenix sending Booker to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum, Dorian Finney-Smith, Corey Kispert, rookie Kingston Flemings, and a protected 2028 first-round pick.
Phoenix Suns announcer Eddie Johnson took a jab at a proposed trade involving star player Devin Booker. The Suns have been struggling this season, and Booker's name has been popping up in trade rumors. On Friday, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus suggested sending Booker to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for various other players and a protected 2028 first-round pick.
Johnson, a 17-year NBA veteran, tweeted in response, "Put down the (tequila)!" Johnson believes Booker remains the Suns' best offensive player, ranking 5th in the Western Conference with his 5.0 assists per game. However, Booker's scoring average has dipped below his seven-season average. Despite the team's current 5-6 record, Johnson doesn't think trading Booker is a viable solution, as the Suns intend to build around him.
Meanwhile, Dejounte Murray of the New Orleans Pelicans has reportedly expressed interest in joining the Suns.
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