Childhood and Education Journey of Steven Adams in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Steven Adams. A timeline of key moments.

Steven Adams is a New Zealand professional basketball player currently playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He played one season for the Wellington Saints in 2011 before moving to the United States in 2012 to play college basketball at the University of Pittsburgh.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

July 1993: Steven Adams' Birth

In July 1993, Steven Funaki Paea He Ofa Ki Loa Adams was born.

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December 2011: Enrolled at Notre Dame Preparatory School

In December 2011, Steven Adams enrolled at Notre Dame Preparatory School after graduating from Scots College.

December 2011: Graduated from Scots College

In December 2011, Steven Adams graduated from Scots College after Blossom Cameron rescued him from the streets and enrolled him there.

June 2012: Enrolled at Pittsburgh

In June 2012, Steven Adams enrolled at Pittsburgh to play college basketball.

2012: Adams recalls his father's death

In a 2012 interview, Steven Adams recalled his father's death as a defining event in his life.

December 2018: Praised for sportsmanship

In December 2018, Steven Adams was praised for catching his opponent Mason Plumlee to prevent a serious injury during a game against the Denver Nuggets.

2018: Posting Fortnite wins on Instagram

In 2018, Steven Adams posted his Fortnite wins on Instagram.

2020: Posting online Chess wins on Instagram

In 2020, Steven Adams posted his online Chess wins on Instagram.

January 2023: Suffered a right knee injury

On January 22, 2023, Steven Adams suffered a right knee injury during a loss to the Phoenix Suns and was later diagnosed with a PCL sprain.

2023: Missed the entire NBA season due to surgery

In 2023, Steven Adams missed the entire NBA season as he underwent surgery on his PCL.

March 2025: Ejected from game after scuffle with Mason Plumlee

On 12 March 2025, Steven Adams and Mason Plumlee were both ejected after Adams was elbowed by Plumlee, triggering a scuffle when playing against the Phoenix Suns.