Steven Funaki Adams is a basketball player from New Zealand. He has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA in the past. Currently, he is playing in the Center position for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA.
Steven Adams was born on July 20, 1993, in Rotorua, New Zealand. He used to play basketball in New Zealand for the Wellington Saints before coming to the NBA. He made his NBA debut for the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 30, 2013. He has since become an integral part of the Memphis Grizzlies team after they acquired him in a trade in 2021. He has helped the team beat their opponents in basketball games.
Adams has so far achieved a PPG of 8.6 with an RPG of 11.5, an APG of 2.3 and a PIE of 11.2. He hasn’t yet been confirmed for the New Zealand National Basketball team for the upcoming 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
What are the names of Steven Adams Parents?
Steven Adams’ parents are Sid Adams and Lilika Ngauamo.
Who is Steven Adams’ Mother
Steven Adams’ mother is Lilika Ngauamo. She worked as a nurse. Apart from this, there is currently not much information available about her.
Who is Steven Adams’ Father?
Sid Adams is the father of Steven Adams. He used to serve in the Royal Navy before settling in New Zealand. He also worked as a bricklayer. He had 18 children from six relationships. He was 60 years old when Steven was born. He introduced his son Steven to basketball and always supported him regarding the game. He even built a basketball court in their backyard for Steven to play.
He died from complications due to stomach cancer in 2006 and it really affected Steven. He became a juvenile delinquent and joined gangs in New Zealand. However, one of his brothers named Warren rescued him from the wrong path in his life. After this, he decided to become a professional basketball player.
What Nationality are Steven Adams’ Parents?
Steven Adams’ father Sid Adams is originally from England and has English nationality. However, by ethnicity, he is English and Maori.
Steven Adams’ mother Lilika Ngauamo had the nationality of New Zealand. However, she is Tongan by ethnicity.
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FAQs
A. Steven Adams is currently 30 years old as of 2023.
A. Steven Adams’ parents are Sid Adams and Lilika Ngauamo.
A. Steven Adams is currently playing for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. In the past, he has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder and the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA.
A. Steven Adams is 6’11” (2.11m) in height and weighs 265 lbs (120 kg).
A. Steven Adams is from Rotorua, New Zealand.
