Steven Adams's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Steven Adams. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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

2011: Named New Zealand NBL Rookie of the Year

In 2011, Steven Adams played for the Wellington Saints, was named the New Zealand NBL Rookie of the Year, and helped the Saints win the championship.

2012: Named Big East Preseason Rookie of the Year

During the 2012 season at Pittsburgh, Steven Adams was named the Big East Preseason Rookie of the Year and earned Big East All-Rookie Team honors.

November 2014: Recorded career-high six blocks

In November 2014, Steven Adams recorded a career-high six blocks in a game against the Houston Rockets.

December 2014: Recorded season-high 16 points and then-career-high 15 rebounds

On December 25, 2014, Steven Adams recorded a season-high 16 points and a then-career-high 15 rebounds in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.

January 2015: Recorded career-high 20 rebounds

On January 21, 2015, Steven Adams recorded a career-high 20 rebounds in a game against the Washington Wizards.

January 2016: Tied career high of 17 points

On January 10, 2016, Steven Adams tied his career high of 17 points in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

November 2016: Scored career-high 20 points

On November 22, 2016, Steven Adams scored a career-high 20 points in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

December 2016: Scored career-high 24 points

On December 9, 2016, Steven Adams surpassed his previous record and scored a career-high 24 points in a game against the Houston Rockets.

December 2017: Scored career-high 27 points

On December 1, 2017, Steven Adams scored a career-high 27 points to help the Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves.

February 2018: Reached 3,000 career points

On February 2, 2018, Steven Adams reached 3,000 career points in a game against the New Orleans Pelicans, becoming one of only three Thunder players with at least 3,000 career points and 350 career blocks.

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.