"KD hit the game-winner and Booker is talking wet" - Devin Booker talking trash to Luka Doncic sparks hilarious reaction from fans
Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns clinched a hard-fought 130-126 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. Booker bagged 36 points and 10 assists, shooting 60.0%, while Kevin Durant had 37 points and seven rebounds on 70.6% shooting.
Durant also scored the go-ahead shot with 12.4 seconds left to give the Suns a 128-126 lead and the game-winning free throws with 3.5 seconds left to seal the four-point win. Luka Doncic failed to convert the Mavericks' game-tying effort.
Booker taunted the Slovenian after the play. The two exchanged words, giving a box office moment to the crowd. However, some fans online weren't impressed with Booker talking trash after the Suns went up. One fan wrote:
"KD hit the game winner and Booker is talking wet... sounds right"
@LakeShowYo KD hit the game winner and Booker is talking wet ππππ sounds right
More such reactions followed:
@LakeShowYo Booker acting tough now that he is up, he forgot what happened last year. Luka owns him
@LakeShowYo Didnβt see booker do that when he was down 30 at halftime last year π
@LakeShowYo https://t.co/klj8dRbpHG
@LakeShowYo https://t.co/zKR6mFvdpt
@LakeShowYo https://t.co/P85f5g2sKZ
@LakeShowYo Booker hides when his team is down πΉπΉπΉ
@LakeShowYo Luka has no reason to hate that fraud. Heβs his daddy.
@LakeShowYo Booker https://t.co/i3Z1KFD9Tx
@LakeShowYo We all know what happened when the Suns didnβt have Kevin Durant π now they think theyβre tough lmao
@BleacherReport Luka next time he sees book https://t.co/7SeJb6rStk
@BleacherReport Devin Booker been silent all year then he got kd now he walking around like he pac ππ
Devin Booker benefitting from Kevin Durant's presence on Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns have been on a roll since Kevin Durant's debut in the 105-91 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday (March 1). There was reasonable doubt regarding Devin Booker and Durant's fit as teammates, but it seems like a smooth transition.
If anything, Booker seems to have benefitted from Durant's presence. The defensive attention the latter receives creates better opportunities for the former. That wasn't the case before, as Booker was the Suns' primary option and their most reliable scorer.
Durant's playmaking, efficiency, and scoring have allowed Booker to play more freely. In the three games they have played together, the latter has averaged 36.0 points and 7.7 assists, shooting 56.0% from the floor, including 50.0% from 3-point range.
Kevin Durant has settled well into his new surroundings. He has averaged 26.0 points and 7.3 rebounds, shooting 69.0% from the field, including 53.8% from 3-point range. His ability to play off other potent superstars is on display across his first three appearances.
The early signs are favorable for the Pheonix Suns, who are short on time to find chemistry with their new-look roster. Integrating a player of Durant's caliber midseason can be tricky, but Monty Williams has handled the situation brilliantly.
The Suns' lack of depth remains a concern, though. They are top-heavy, which hasn't been the case over the last two seasons. The presence of Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, and Jae Crowder helped them navigate their struggles in their stars' absence. Phoenix will need Kevin Durant and Devin Booker to be healthy and have a legitimate shot at sustaining their current run.