Devin Booker averaged 10.0 points per game during his single season at the University of Kentucky.
Booker played one season for the Kentucky Wildcats in the 2014-2015 NCAA men's basketball season before declaring for the NBA draft. Despite his relatively modest scoring average in college, his talent and potential were highly recognized, leading him to be selected 13th overall by the Phoenix Suns in the 2015 NBA Draft.
College Statistics Overview
Booker's college career was brief but impactful, contributing to a Kentucky team that went undefeated for much of the season before falling in the Final Four.
Season | Team | Games Played | Points Per Game | Rebounds Per Game | Assists Per Game |
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2014-15 | Kentucky | 38 | 10.0 | 2.0 | 1.1 |
(Data sourced from reputable sports statistics databases like Sports-Reference College Basketball)
Early Scoring Prowess: High School Achievements
Before his college tenure, Devin Booker was a prolific scorer in high school. During his senior season, he showcased exceptional scoring ability, averaging an impressive 30.9 points per game. His high school career at Moss Point culminated in a remarkable 2,518 points over three years. One notable performance included a game where he scored 42 points, with 26 of those points coming in the fourth quarter, demonstrating his clutch scoring potential even at a young age.
This early scoring track record highlighted his potential to be an offensive force, which later fully materialized in his NBA career.