After sweep, Phoenix Suns fans argue over who should lead next era
After the Phoenix Suns were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs, fans are debating the future leadership of the team. The performances of Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks have come under scrutiny, with contrasting playoff results influencing opinions. As the Suns face their second first-round exit in three years, discussions about who should be the cornerstone of the franchise are intensifying.
- ▪The Suns were swept by the Thunder, marking their second first-round exit in three years.
- ▪Devin Booker averaged 21.3 points in the playoffs, while Dillon Brooks averaged 26.0 points.
- ▪Fans are divided on whether to continue building around Booker or shift focus to Brooks.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/sweep-phoenix-suns-fans-argue-051457584.html |
| Publication time | Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:14:57 +0000 |
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