Devin Booker has been a pillar in Phoenix. But loyalty is tricky in sports. It often comes with an expiration date.

Booker vindicated that selection completely for Phoenix. The talented offensive weapon has blossomed into a four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA player during his time in the NBA. Depending on personal preference, between him and Karl Anthony-Towns, one could easily make the case that Booker has been the best player from his draft class.

KEVIN DURANT LOOKED around PHX Arena during the March 4 home game against the LA Clippers and saw a lot of people having a "terrible time." The Phoenix Suns, losers of 11 of their previous 14, had given up 41 points in the second quarter and trailed by 19 entering the fourth.