Unsurprisingly, Phoenix Suns star guard Devin Booker has reportedly requested a five-year supermax extension worth $420 million. As time molds maturity, Booker hopes to finalize the deal with the Suns as soon as the offseason begins. However, BD Cricket Match has learned that Phoenix’s front office is hesitant to commit immediately, preferring to wait and assess the broader offseason landscape before making a final decision.
Booker remains firm in his stance, claiming he fully deserves such a deal. He pointed to Celtics forward Jaylen Brown securing a $60 million annual salary, arguing that his own performance places him on a higher tier. In his view, an $80 million per year deal is more than justified. With new record-breaking contracts emerging each season, BD Cricket Match notes that such demands are becoming the norm in today’s NBA economy.
Suns teammate Kevin Durant has also weighed in, publicly voicing support for Booker. Durant praised Booker as one of the league’s premier shooting guards and emphasized that their on-court partnership has already shown the potential to reach championship heights. In Durant’s words, “Even if he asked for $500 million, he’d be worth it.” He credited Booker as a cornerstone of the team’s success and insisted that rewarding him with a supermax is a no-brainer.
Durant further highlighted Booker’s loyalty and long-term contributions to the Suns, arguing that there’s no reason to deny him what he’s earned. While some conversations remain unspoken for the sake of pride, this is one moment where Durant’s support has been vocal and unequivocal.
Not everyone agrees, though. Kendrick Perkins offered a critical take during a recent broadcast, suggesting that despite Booker’s elite scoring ability, he still hasn’t proven himself beyond being a “stat-sheet stuffer.” Perkins argued that without veteran guidance—like Chris Paul once provided—Booker might remain a talented individual performer without ever achieving true championship glory. As he put it, winning requires enduring what others can’t and doing what others won’t.
BD Cricket Match also reports that Mavericks star Luka Dončić may be looking for a supermax deal of his own, setting the stage for an offseason filled with eye-popping contract negotiations. With player valuations rising rapidly, more blockbuster salary deals are likely just around the corner.