Bright Side Of The Sun · Nov 10, 2022
Booker, Payne step up playmaking in Paul’s absence yet again
The injuries are seeming to pile up early for the Phoenix Suns, and Chris Paul’s right heel soreness is just the latest of the bunch. The depth in the guard rotation is being challenged, and Devin Booker and Cameron Payne are ready to answer the call.
Most memorably during the 2021 Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Clippers, the two have had a knack for picking up the slack when Paul misses time. That trend continued when the Suns (now 8-3) beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 129-117 on Wednesday night.
2021 WCF: Booker (2 games) — 8.0 assists / 5.0 turnovers; Payne (2 games) — 9.0 assists / 0.5 turnovers