Stephen A. Smith has watched a lot of basketball throughout his life and career. Overall, basketball is the sport he is fondest of. That said, he is constantly giving his opinion on hot topics pertaining to the game. For the most part, his opinion in the basketball community is respected. Although there are definitely some people out there who feel the opposite. After all, Smith is a pundit who never played the game at a high level. Consequently, there are going to be people who are skeptical of whatever he has to say.
Recently, a hot topic of debate has been none other than the Phoenix Suns. The team just picked up the likes of Kevin Durant in a trade that completely shook up the entire NBA. Moving forward, the Suns are seen as title favorites. Although, they will need everyone to fire on all cylinders to make this happen. In the eyes of Stephen A. Smith, there is one player who is more important than the rest. Interestingly enough, this player is not named Kevin Durant.
Stephen A. Speaks
In the video clip above, Smith can be seen putting all of the pressure on none other than Devin Booker. As Stephen A. explains, Booker proved himself to be an MVP-caliber player last season. However, it was Booker who began to fall short in the playoffs. That said, Smith wants to see Booker play championship ball in the postseason. Smith knows Chris Paul and Kevin Durant will be ready. Regardless, if the Suns want any chance of capturing a title, Stephen A. believes it will be on the shoulders of Booker.
The Suns are a team built to win an NBA title. If they cannot get that done with Durant on the roster, then it will be seen as an abject failure. That said, there is pressure all across the board for this team. KD wants to cement his legacy while Chris Paul wants that first title. Only time will tell whether or not they can get it done. In the meantime, give us your thoughts on Stephen A.'s hot take, down in the comments below.
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