His relationship with his sister …

His relationship with his sister heightened Booker’s sensitivity to the challenges people with disabilities face in social situations. Over the course of his NBA career, he has worked with Special Olympics organizers to bring its members to two draft lotteries. On Thursday morning, Booker became the newest Special Olympics global ambassador. “I am really excited about it,” Booker told ESPN during a phone interview. “I have always dibbled and dabbled in partnering with them. Being raised with my sister and the challenges she faces every day have always driven me.”