Booker's Homework Leads Him to Pacers

Trevor Booker is part-owner of multiple business, as many as 18 when last reported, and is a serious real estate investor. Researching a prospective opportunity, then, is nothing new for him.

Although he had offers from a few other NBA teams after he was waived by Philadelphia on Feb. 28, including some destined for the playoffs, Booker chose the Pacers after consulting with people familiar with the current team. The fit, timing, and opportunity seemed right for him, so he made a business decision.

"I had a few options, but I looked at how well the team was playing, the group of guys they had," he said. "I factored in everything. I thought I could come to this team and bring something…