With the playoffs getting intense by the day, bog players are stepping right up. With the Phoenix Suns, Devin Booker is catching fire in Game 2 of the Western Conference first-round series. Taking on the Pelicans, most of the Suns’ offense has struggled to get things going. However, Book has his shot-down pack tonight. Despite the loss, Book brought out his inner Kobe Bryant in the short time he was on the floor.

The Suns were the best regular-season team this season. With the Coach of The Year taking control, they are determined to make a trip back to the finals. And Booker has been living up to the purpose. After another great regular season, the 25-year-old is ready to hunt down the playoffs. And playing just half the game, he made his presence felt against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Despite taking a surprise loss, Book was at his best. He has an efficient game and lived up to his Kobe Bryant comparisons. And Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma took notice of it right away.

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Devin Booker channels his inner Kobe Bryant

Taking on Game 2, Booker brought out his Mamba Mentality o the table. He looked determined to win it all himself as he dominated the Pelicans all by himself. With a barrage of isolation plays and tough shots, his Kobe Bryant comparison is only growing with every game he plays. The Suns guard is on pace to have yet another stellar run in the playoffs as he gears up to take the road. But he may be slowed down as the All-Star guard picked up an injury.

Despite his heroics, the number 1 seed couldn’t dodge the Pelicans’ combined offense. Both CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram came to play tonight as they put New Orleans on their back and grabbed an important road win.

Devin Booker was the only man in rhythm for the Suns. The Al-Star guard added 31 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist to the mix. Moreover, he shot 63% from the floor which included 7 triples. Chris Paul couldn’t follow up his offensive masterclass as he compiled 17 points and 14 assists. DPOY candidate Mikel Bridges also made his mark with 19 points, 6 rebounds, 1 steal, and a block. However, the Pelicans brought the Sun done this time around.

Brandon Ingram’s debut playoff series saw the former Laker star take over the game. He scored a game-high 37 points to go with 11 rebounds and 9 assists to his name. His new teammate CJ McCollum struggled to make shots but made an impact regardless. He added on a further 23 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists as the two led the Pelicans forces to victory. Larry Nance was once again impactful putting up 13 points and 6 rebounds on an efficient 6% shooting.

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While the Suns did lose out, Booker is doing justice to his idol Kobe Bryant. The 25-year-old is on his way to becoming the face of the league soon enough as he continues to prove himself at every stage. Do you think Devin Booker can take the Suns all the way to the finals this season? Let us know in the comments below.