Devin Booker

Devin Armani Booker is a popular American netball player. He plays for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association. He is a shooting guard. He is the best shooter that scores beyond the arc, the ability that many NBA players struggle to attain. He attended Grandville High school, Moss Point High School, and Kentucky College, respectively. One of the fundamental records in Booker’s career was when he scored 70 points for the Phoenix Suns only at the age of 20 years.

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Biography and Early Life

Devin Booker was born on 30^th October 1996 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. His father is Melvin Booker, a former basketball player, and his mother is Veronica Gutierrez, a beauty Therapist. In 1994, Melvin Booker was awarded the ‘Big Eight Player of The Year.’ His father is an African-American, while his mother can be liked to Mexican- American and Puerto Rican ancestry.

Devin Booker lived with his mother in Grand Rapids and visited his father regularly during the summer season. He shared a good relationship with his father, who inspired him into considering basketball as a career.

Devin Booker became friends with D’Angelo Russell, a basketball player of Minnesota, Timberwolves for the National Basketball Association, and Tyler Ulis, a professional basketball player for the National Basket Association. Besides his father, D’Angelo Russell and Tyler Ulis also played a big role in nurturing Booker’s career. They had the same passion for the sport.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Devin Booker in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Devin Booker’s age is 24 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 30 October 1996. Though, he is 6′ 3″ in feet and inches and 196 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 205 lbs in Pound and 93 kg in Kilograms.

Education

Devin Booker attended Grandville Public school, and later, he relocated to Mississippi. He then transferred to Moss Point High School following his father’s retirement. During his high school time, he played for both schools respectively. His academic performance in both junior and senior schools was outstanding. When Devin Booker graduated from high school, he had gained popularity and public attraction.

Devin Booker received a personal scholarship from Head Coach John Calipari made him commit to Kentucky. During his freshman year in college, his performance was splendid.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

In 2018, Devin Booker was involved in many relationships in his high school and college life. He did not recognize any of them publicly until 2018 when he was spotted with Jordyn Woods, a model. The relationship was later confirmed to be true.

Although Jordyn Woods is still the only girlfriend in the public eye, controversial rumors came out in 2020 regarding Kendall Jenner. Devin Booker was spotted with Kendall Jenner on a road trip together; hence rumored that they are dating. The news is not yet confirmed.

Is Devin Booker Gay?

Devin Booker is straight. He is neither gay nor bisexual. In 2020, it was rumored that he was dating Kendall Jenner. The rumor was after they were spotted together on a ‘road-trip’ during the quarantine.

Professional Career

Devin Booker is a National Basketball Association. He for his high school and college teams; Grandville High school in Michigan, Moss Point High school with his father as an assistant coach, and Kentucky college, respectively.

Some of the schools Devin Booker’s beat his during his sophomore years high school time are; Harrison Central High School, Northeast Jone’s High School, Murrah High School, Gautier High School, Pascagoula High School, Wayne County High School, and many others.

During his Junior years won against many schools, including; Ocean Springs High School at 4-39, Brew baker Technology Magnet High School at 80-65, Memphis’ Kirby High School. In his senior school, they won against; McGill Toolen Catholic High School at 78-67, McComb High School at 61-56, and many others.

On 2^nd November in Kentucky college, Devin Booker emerged as the second scorer in a game with the University of Pikeville. On 23^rd November, the same year his team worn against Montana State. The win was after they had previously won against Boston University. They also won massively against Texas Arlington at 92-44.

Devin Booker was officially declared by the NBA Draft on 9^th April 2015. At the age of 20 years, Booker scored 70 points in their match against the Celtics. Even though they lost the game 130-120, this was a phenomenal performance for a youngster of his age. He is also celebrated as the youngest NBA player to maintain a 50-point game at the age of 22 years.

Booker has played a total of 316 games with the Phoenix Suns, starting 291 times. His average score stands at 22.2 points per game. He attained his best average score in the 2018-19 season, having scored 26.6 points per game.

Awards

Devin Booker’s performance has been overwhelming throughout his career. He has received a number of honors and awards. In 2014, he emerged the winner of the McDonald’s All-American Games. He received SEC- All-Freshman Team honors (2015) award, SEC Six Man of the year award (2015), NBA All-Rookie First Team award (2016). He emerged the winner of the NBA Three-Point Contest in 2018 as well as the NBA All-Star in 2020.

Besides the awards received, Booker achieved several other milestones in his career. For instance, at the age of 22 years, Devin Booker became one of the youngest NBA players to 5000 points. He is currently the only NBA player with a record of scoring 70 points in a game. Other players with a 70-point game are either retired or have since passed on. They include Elgin Baylor, Wilt Chamberlain, Kobe Bryant, and David Thompson.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Devin Booker in 2021

As of 2021, Devin Booker’s net worth is estimated to be $25 million. His annual salary is $20.6 million. His earnings are expected to increase after signing a five-year $158 million deal with the Suns in 2018. This is a historic deal in the history of the club.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

Devin Booker’s father, Melvin Booker, personally taught his so basketball IQ and ball possession techniques.

Devin Booker is an American professional basketball player whose career was influenced by his father, Melvin Booker. He also had friends who grew into the same career.  He had an outstanding academic performance. Devin Booker worked passionately towards growing his career and has earned himself different titles. The most fundamental achievement under his name is the honor to be the active NBA player to have scored the most points in a single game (70-point game).

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