If nothing else, Mat Ishbia has stuck to his word . In March, when the Phoenix Suns were in a downward spiral, the owner told ESPN that they would "pivot and reload" around Devin Booker in the summer if they couldn't salvage the season. Ishbia scoffed at the idea of trading Booker and rebuilding, saying it is "silly" and will "never happen." And now, heading into Booker's 11th year with the franchise, the star guard has a new, lucrative extension. Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal , meanwhile, are gone.

Phoenix has definitely pivoted, and it has attempted to reload around its franchise player. Dillon Brooks , acquired in the Durant deal, will set the tone for what the team hopes will be a vastly improved defense. Jalen Green , also acquired in the Durant deal, will happily abs

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