On Saturday, the heartbreaking news that legendary play-by-play announcer Al McCoy had passed away was announced. McCoy had been the voice of the Suns for 51 years. Via The Phoenix Suns: "Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor member and legendary radio play-by-play announcer Al McCoy has passed away peacefully at the age of 91 " Following the news, the Suns released statements from current former members of the organization. One person who made a statement was Devin Booker. Booker: "I had the privilege of Al McCoy narrating the first eight years of my career. He was inducted into the Ring of Honor my second season, and it was then I really understood what a special talent he was. And over the course of my career, I’ve learned what an even more special person he was. We will miss Al, and I am so glad our legacies in Phoenix are forever connected." Back in 2022, when the Suns won a record 64 games, Booker gave his jersey to McCoy. Via Arizona Sports on April 6, 2022: "A special moment here as Devin Booker hands a signed
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