EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 31 MIN
REALITY CHECK: Phoenix Suns SWEPT – Devin Booker NO SHOWS After Thunder DOMINATE Game 4!
from Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast On The Phoenix Suns · host Locked On Podcast Network
Benjamin Garcia recaps the Suns’ disappointing playoff exit, spotlighting Devin Booker's struggles, Jalen Green’s inefficiency, and head coach Jordan Ott’s growing pains. Key analysis covers why harsh criticism of Booker is justified given his looming $70+ million contract and why the Suns’ past two months signal identity issues on both ends of the court. The episode explores the failed Booker-Green dynamic, possible offseason trade scenarios, and the importance of players like Dillon Brooks and Rasheer Fleming in reshaping the franchise. Despite the sweep, Garcia highlights Phoenix’s 48-win season as an undeniable success while questioning their future direction. Is it time for the Suns to rethink their core or will health and internal growth be enough to stay competitive? 00:00 Analyzing the Suns vs. Thunder series 05:38 Devin Booker's performance discussion 06:54 Devin Booker's rough performance 14:12 Jalen Green's season performance analysis 16:59 Speculation on offseason trade moves 20:55 Jordan Ott's postseason challenges 25:14 Concerns about the Phoenix Suns 27:20 Basketball player performance concerns 30:47 Thanking the listeners 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on TikTok Locked On Suns https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonphxsuns 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on Instagram Locked On Suns https://www.instagram.com/lockedonphxsuns/ 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on X Locked On Suns https://x.com/LockedOnPHXSuns Ben Garcia https://x.com/BenGarciaShow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-suns/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. DoorDash From tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash. Get snacks, drinks, gear — whatever gets you through the season — delivered right to your door. DoorDash. In your bag all season long. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Phoenix Suns swept by Oklahoma City Thunder as Devin Booker’s superstar status comes under fire. Can Phoenix regroup after a postseason collapse and concerning slide over the final stretch?
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REALITY CHECK: Phoenix Suns SWEPT – Devin Booker NO SHOWS After Thunder DOMINATE Game 4!
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