# POINT JALEN: The Phoenix Suns Are Best When Devin Booker Is Initiating The Offense NOT Jalen Green..

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Podcast: [Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast On The Phoenix Suns](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-suns-daily-podcast-on-the-phoenix-suns-53324)
Published: 2026-09-08T09:00:00+00:00
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Phoenix Suns ignite debate: Is Jalen Green or Devin Booker the answer at point guard? The Suns view Jalen Green as their primary floor general, but Benjamin Garcia questions whether taking the ball out of Booker’s hands maximizes the offense. Are the Suns making the right gamble with their backcourt strategy—and how does Miles Bridges’ playmaking fit into the equation? Frontcourt battles heat up as Mark Williams’ durability issues open the door for Khaman Malauch and Oso Ighodaro to stake their claim as starting center. Benjamin Garcia weighs the pros and cons of each, and voices concern that fans are overestimating new sharpshooter Luke Kennard’s impact as a Grayson Allen replacement. Can Phoenix develop the right lineup chemistry before the season kicks off—and will Kennard rise to fill the team’s three-point void? 00:00 Taking a weekend break 04:27 Miles Bridges' Playmaking Role 08:43 Devin Booker as Suns' playmaker 09:50 Devin Booker's role in Suns' offense 16:14 Debating Khaman Maluach's role 17:09 Hands-on learning and adapting 23:26 Comparing Grayson Allen and Luke Kennard 25:59 Basketball player comparison discussion

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