It was fitting that Hill was gifting Durant and Booker with their Olympic rings after the team won gold at the Paris Olympics in August. Hill subtly dropped a hint that he wants them to return to the team in 2028. "Make sure you guys answer your phone in four years," Hill said to the Suns duo.

Before Monday’s game, Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker was presented with a commemorative ring from USA Basketball team director, Grant Hill. The latter was a member of the Suns during the tail-end of his career.