Mat Ishbia: "Devin Booker is our franchise player, he’s going to lead us to a championship"

Mat Ishbia: “Devin Booker is our franchise player, he’s going to lead us to a championship”

30/04/202620:47

The Phoenix Suns owner dismissed trade rumors on the 5-time All Star as baseless

Mat Ishbia has firmly shut down any speculation about the Phoenix Suns potentially trading Devin Booker, making it clear the All-Star guard remains the franchise cornerstone.

Ishbia expressed full confidence in Booker, stating he believes he will lead Phoenix to an NBA title and emphasizing the organization’s commitment to building a stronger roster around him. He also dismissed trade rumors as baseless.

Mat Ishbia SHUTS DOWN any talk about the Suns trading Devin Booker 🙌

“[He] is going to lead us to a championship here in Phoenix… I’ll ride into a fire with Devin Booker, and I’ll do it proudly.” pic.twitter.com/RS2OQQIUGh

— PHNX Suns (@PHNX_Suns) April 30, 2026

Booker, a five-time All-Star, finished his 11th NBA season averaging 26.1 points and 6 assists per game, while shooting 45% from the field, 33% from three, and 87% from the free-throw line.