Devin Booker Shuts Down Rumors Of Fractured Relationship With Suns HC Mike Budenholzer
Devin Booker had nothing but positive things to say about his relationship with Mike Budenholzer.
Devin Booker spoke ahead of the Phoenix Suns’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight. When talking about his relationship with Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer, he noted that he and coach Bud are on the same page and have a great relationship, despite rumors and reports that suggest otherwise. Booker added that their dynamic is no different than any other player-coach dynamic.
“No, coach said it too – we have multiple conversations and I can’t seem to find one that sticks out more than others. It’s a player-coach relationship. When things start going back, everybody tries to point the finger to find out what is wrong. People are gonna come up with stuff. The relationship is great. We’re on the same page, we’re trying to win, and that’s that.”
Booker was responding to a report recently that claimed Budenholzer told Booker to tone his voice down, something that surprised the former All-Star. However, it appears, at least for now, that things between Booker and Budenholzer are fine, and the player didn’t really experience any frustration with the conversation that was reportedly had.
However, some believe that Booker’s stint with the Phoenix Suns is in jeopardy. One NBA insider hinted at the possibility of Booker being traded in the offseason, especially if the Suns flounder in the playoffs once again. Booker being traded along with Durant, who is almost guaranteed to be leaving, would signal the beginning of a rebuild for the Suns under the new ownership of Mat Ishbia.
