PHOENIX – On March 24, 2017, Devin Booker etched his name into NBA history, becoming the youngest player ever to score 70 points in a single game against the Boston Celtics. At just 20 years old, the Phoenix Suns guard stunned fans and players alike with a performance that continues to resonate eight years later.
This unforgettable milestone resurfaces as the Phoenix Suns prepare to face the Milwaukee Bucks. The historic performance remains just as eye-catching as if it happened yesterday, with Booker stunning the league at just 20 years young.
Aside from being a personal record, the game showcased Booker’s hungry scoring ability as a true shooting guard. Though he has always been an All-Star, this moment marked his name among the legends of NBA, as the previous record-holder Kobe Bryant. Before Booker, Bryant held the title of youngest player to score 70 points, accomplishing this record in 2006 during his iconic 81-point game.
With today being a celebrated milestone for the Suns, Booker continues to be a powerful reminder of his achievement. Tonight, he honors the moment by wearing his statement-making Nike Book 1 colorway sneakers—designed in tribute to the historic Hyperdunk PEs. More than just a number, Booker’s performance was a defining moment in NBA history.
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