Photo: Getty ImagesThe Canterbury Rams plan to bolster their roster with American import Deshon Taylor, provided the NBL can convince the government to allow foreign basketballers to play in the 2021 season. The NBL is currently finalising its application to Immigration New Zealand for up to 20 international players to be admitted as ‘critical workers’. NBL general manager Justin Nelson. Photo: Getty Images“The value and importance of international players to our teams and the league is undeniable,” said NBL general manager Justin Nelson. "The ANBL clash means the inclusion of international players has never been more important than they are right now.”

Source: Otago Daily Times January 14, 2021 00:11 UTC