But there were some gems, and New Zealand's very own Steven Adams, picked 12th overall, is one of them. McCollum was picked two places ahead of Adams in the 2013 draft in 10th. He's just signed a four-year, US$106 million contract extension with the Portland Trail BlazersGiannis Antetokounmpo was picked three places behind Adams with the 15th pick. Close, But no Cuban CigarsVictor Oladipo was the second pick in the 2013 draft, 10 spots ahead of Adams. Related Content NBA expert in no doubt about Steven Adams' impending deal Basketball: Steven Adams makes strong start to season Video Watch NZH Focus: Steven Adams new $140m dealCody Zeller was the 4th pick in the draft, and sealed a four year deal with the Charlotte Hornets worth $56 million.

Source: New Zealand Herald November 01, 2016 04:54 UTC