Josh Okogie and Devin Booker put on a show in Suns’ win over Bulls

Mar 3, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie (2) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

There were a handful of questions regarding Josh Okogie’s place and expectations now that the Suns are with an almost fully healthy Kevin Durant.

In Durant’s first start, Okogie scored just four points, his first time in the single digits since February 1st. The performance led many to believe his production would see a steep decline as the Suns’ starting five is loaded with talent.

But boy, what a bounce back night for Josh Okogie in Phoenix’s victory over the Bulls.

Josh Okogie tonight:

25 pts
4 rebounds
7-15 fg
5-10 3pt
6-6 ft

Continuing to play amazing since becoming a starter. The league is in trouble. pic.twitter.com/EndJprx6B0

— Nick (@IshbiaDrider) March 4, 2023

I’m a member of the Josh Okogie fan club. Are you?

— andrew leezus (@AndrewLeezus) March 4, 2023

Teams are going to try to force Josh Okogie to beat them when facing the Suns, and they’re going to lose in doing so.

There is no weak spot in this starting unit.

— Suns Are Better (@SunsAreBetter) March 4, 2023

And let’s not brush past Devin Bookers 35-point night, his first time going back-to-back 30+ points since November.

Booker wen 6 of 10 from beyond the arc, and fans loved every second of it.

Devin Booker in his first two games next to Kevin Durant:

36 PPG, 6.5 APG, 54% FG, 53% 3PT

This man is too good to be a 2nd option. A simply unfair duo. pic.twitter.com/R5pvu5N73b

— Suns Are Better (@SunsAreBetter) March 4, 2023

So far, Devin Booker is finding it’s a bit easier to score when playing alongside one of the best offensive players in the history of the game…

— Stephen Richer—Maricopa Cnty Recorder (prsnl acct) (@stephen_richer) March 4, 2023

Devin Booker has been unlocked…😲

— Almighty (@GloUncleJordy) March 4, 2023

Devin Booker got 'em on the pump fake 😤

He's got 32 points in 31 minutes.pic.twitter.com/3DtFTQGFrD

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) March 4, 2023

Kevin Durant has played two games and Devin Booker has scored 30+ in both of them. He's going to feast with all the attention Kevin Durant gets

— Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) March 4, 2023

Besides a second quarter mishap, the Suns outscored the Bulls 115-70.

It was an all-around team effort, and it has been made abundantly clear that Kevin Durant blends perfectly with this team.

Their next matchup will be on Sunday, at 11 AM against the Dallas Mavericks, should be a fun one.