The Paris Olympics offered the world a fresh perspective on the Phoenix Suns’ all-star guard Devin Booker. That’s the magic of the Olympics: they make you cheer for athletes you wouldn’t normally support. I can’t say I’ve ever rooted for LeBron James in the NBA, except maybe back in 2007 when his Cleveland Cavaliers were swept by the San Antonio Spurs in the Finals. Typical me. Going for someone destined to lose.
But earlier this month, I found myself genuinely enjoying the experience of rooting for The King. And many, for the first time ever, found themselves rooting for Devin Booker.