Devin Booker changes jersey number to honor father and pursue championships

Devin Booker has switched his jersey number from #1 to #15, a change aimed at honoring his father, Melvin Booker, who wore the number during his career. The Phoenix Suns guard announced this decision in a video released by the team on June 22, 2026. Devin, who has played 11 seasons with the Suns, expressed his ambition to win a championship while wearing #15 on his back. Despite the Suns' recent struggles to compete for the title, he believes this change could enhance his confidence and lead to better performance in future seasons.

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