When Phoenix Suns Star Devin Booker Made History During His 70-Point Game vs Boston Celtics

It is not a common sight to see records being broken. Moreover, it is not easy to even close up on some records. Notably, Wilt Chamberlain’s 100 points in a single game. Well, there is only one player who came somewhat close to it. Devin Booker took the NBA world by storm in 2017.

In a game between the Phoenix Suns and Boston Celtics, Booker scored 70 points. Despite that phenomenal effort, he still ended up on the losing side of the contest. While he did not break the record, he solidified himself as a great scorer in the NBA, becoming the youngest player to ever score 70 points in an NBA game.

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Devin Booker makes history

Then 20 years old, Book gave the TD Garden crowd a show. On March 24, 2017, he became only the 6th player to ever score 70 points in an NBA game. Even though the Suns could not get the win, TD Garden went wild that night as they experienced history right in front of their eyes.

Jul 14, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks to pass as Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends during the first quarter in game four of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The last person to score over 70 points was Kobe Bryant. Hence, the comparisons between Booker and Bryant were flying in. Moreover, as ‘The Mamba’ is Booker’s mentor as well, to follow in his footsteps would have meant everything to him.

Since then, no player has scored 70 or more points in an NBA game. Booker etched himself in the history books forever, doing something no one expected that day. Against a tough TD Garden crowd, he turned them around with his performance.

Jul 8, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and center Brook Lopez (11) during the first half in game two of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

The story of Book’s historic night against the Celtics

The Phoenix Suns were a struggling team. They were on a 12 game losing streak coming into their matchup with Boston. On the other hand, Boston enjoyed their best season since their championship season. Hence, everyone knew that the Celtics were going to win the game.

Jun 20, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) next to Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann (14) during game one of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

However, no one knew what was to unfold that day. In the 120-130 loss, the 20-year-old had a good first half ending with 19 points. But, he took it to a whole new level in the second half. Devin Booker scored 51 2nd half points, 23 of those came in the 3rd quarter itself.

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Now, at 24, Book is already one of the best scorers in the league. Booker was the lead scorer on the Suns’ first ever finals appearance in almost 30 years, scoring 28 per game. He continues to impress and grow as a player.

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