Adams signs Pelicans deal

Steven Adams is yet to play for the New Orleans Pelicans but has reportedly agreed to a twoyear contract extension. This week, New Zealander Adamswas sensationally traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder after seven years at the NBA club, since making his debut in 2013 when hewas the 12th overall pick in the draft that year. The two-year extension is reportedly worth US$35 million (NZ$50.16m), according to ESPN. Adams, 27, had one year remaining on his four-year dealwith the Thunder, reportedly worth US$100m (NZ$143.3m). According to ESPN, Adams will still bank US$27.58m (NZ$39.52) in the upcoming 2020-21 season.