The Suns revealed plans to retire the jersey numbers of franchise legends Shawn Marion and Amar’e Stoudemire next season, and Phoenix’s current franchise player was very excited about it.
“Matrix and STAT, Much deserved, Appreciate y’all !!” Devin Booker posted on social media on Wednesday shortly after the news broke.
“Shawn and Amar’e are two of the very best to ever wear a Phoenix Suns uniform,” owner Mat Ishbia said in a statement. “Shawn changed the game with his elite versatility and Amar’e was one of the most electrifying players the league has ever seen. Shawn and Amar’e helped define the Suns and inspired generations of fans, and our Suns family is incomplete without them in the Ring of Honor. As we embark on the new era of Suns basketball, it is a priority that we remain connected to our storied history. We are excited to celebrate Shawn and Amar’e and properly recognize their incredible contributions and achievements.”
