What to expect from Booker at 30

Jim Coughenour analyzes Devin Booker's prospects as he enters his age-30 season with the Phoenix Suns. Following a 124-83 opening-night loss to the Portland Trail Blazers where Booker scored 23 points, the analysis highlights that Booker turns 30 on October 30. Historical trends among comparable active guards and wings show significant statistical increases during their age-30 seasons compared to career averages.

Coughenour argues Booker could challenge Tom Chambers' franchise single-season scoring record of 27.2 points per game if he follows similar career bumps. Despite acknowledging that an MVP campaign is statistically improbable, Coughenour asserts Booker is capable of returning to All-NBA form and taking Phoenix's all-time franchise lead in minutes, field goals, and free throws.