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  • @AiirxGeordan
    @AiirxGeordan 6 років тому +453

    its crazy how turkey is putting enes through hell and new zealand is giving steven the time of his life

    • @djlucid8307
      @djlucid8307 6 років тому +2

      Erik-Alexander Sverkholt yo

    • @patateskavurmas1242
      @patateskavurmas1242 5 років тому +14

      Yeah like Deniz said that's the reason people at turkey hate enes that much. He cursed and said harsh words to Turkish people and joined lots of weird shit.

    • @biustas
      @biustas 4 роки тому

      @@patateskavurmas1242 u deserve it tho

    • @patateskavurmas1242
      @patateskavurmas1242 4 роки тому +4

      @@biustas what do you mean i deserve it

    • @Niko7739
      @Niko7739 4 роки тому +2

      @@patateskavurmas1242 If Enes lived in NZ he would also be loved!

  • @user-jf1hg8ff4d
    @user-jf1hg8ff4d 6 років тому +320

    We love adams here in oklahoma . what a beast

    • @alum5788
      @alum5788 6 років тому +3

      Mate, and Street Outlaws OKC is awesome, my favorite is Farmtruck and Azn! Shout out from NZ

    • @chrisc2131
      @chrisc2131 4 роки тому +5

      I saw him once at Whole foods in OKC now every time I go there I always look for Steve-O. Ty New Zealand we do indeed love our Kiwi!

    • @Josh-bw9uq
      @Josh-bw9uq 4 роки тому +4

      Everyone love him. Living legend

    • @kode-man23
      @kode-man23 4 роки тому +1

      Definitely the type of guy that you should try to hand on to, as an organization.

    • @mediterralien
      @mediterralien 4 роки тому

      He'll always be an Oklahoman favorite

  • @misatoshi07mohammed20
    @misatoshi07mohammed20 4 роки тому +266

    No one talks about his older sister Dame Valerie Adams is one of the most well-known athletes in the Olympic world. And also his younger sister Lisa is also the gold medalist from Para Olympic in dubai. Very talented kids.

  • @piecritic4607
    @piecritic4607 6 років тому +241

    Steven Adams is a National treasure 🇳🇿

    • @putbqck342
      @putbqck342 4 роки тому

      @@hurricane2138 is he not maori at all ?

    • @velipulla3936
      @velipulla3936 4 роки тому +1

      Hes Australian

    • @putbqck342
      @putbqck342 4 роки тому +2

      @@velipulla3936 what nigga

    • @velipulla3936
      @velipulla3936 4 роки тому

      @@putbqck342 hes australian

    • @putbqck342
      @putbqck342 4 роки тому

      @@velipulla3936 the title of this video is "the kiwi"

  • @ExtremelockGamer
    @ExtremelockGamer 5 років тому +174

    Who thinks they should do a part 2 and revisit New Zealand

    • @richsage3235
      @richsage3235 5 років тому

      Meeeee. it's not a visit. It's coming home

    • @sl66pysixers28
      @sl66pysixers28 4 роки тому +2

      can’t anymore lol

    • @dannytanner3014
      @dannytanner3014 2 роки тому

      Hopefully in a while when the Grizz win a title.

  • @ezekieltheprophet9738
    @ezekieltheprophet9738 2 роки тому +35

    RIP Mr Kenny McFadden, thank you so much for all you did for our big kiwi. You will always have a special place in his heart and ours, thank you for everything you have done. God bless OKC 🙏

    • @Seriouslydave
      @Seriouslydave 7 днів тому

      Not just stevo I was a kid in the 90's and remember Mr McFadden running clinics for youth basketball.

  • @texasatan
    @texasatan 3 роки тому +43

    I'm a Spurs fan but Steven is my favorite non-Spur in the NBA. Cheers to the Thunder for making this doc, and kia ora to all Kiwis.

  • @The_Absolute_Dog
    @The_Absolute_Dog 2 роки тому +19

    I think one of my favourite things about the way he plays, is that he plays for the team. He's not chasing superstar stats, he's doing what's best for the team, and he's doing it well.

  • @jinzuoni7329
    @jinzuoni7329 6 років тому +92

    Why is steven Adam's so underrated

    • @Dke123
      @Dke123 6 років тому

      Give it time, he is still young

    • @jinzuoni7329
      @jinzuoni7329 6 років тому +1

      clemyobon true

    • @wrighj
      @wrighj 6 років тому

      J. LIL He’s not . He’s a good role player . That’s it .

    • @mitholassc2
      @mitholassc2 6 років тому +9

      He's underrated because he is a great role player.
      He's excellent at what he does if you look at his stats of 14.9 PTS, 2.3 PF and 10.2 TRB, there aren't a lot of centers in NBA that could do that right now.
      His efficiency rating this season is 20.1, where the NBA average this year is 15. This means he is doing a lot outside of scoring and rebounding.
      But with today's NBA, centers are expected to be able to shoot 3pts, to be able to get 20~25 rebounds every night, and when Adams isn't doing that (because he's doing other things equally important), the media doesn't give him enough coverage. Another important factor is that today's game focuses on guards over center.......
      But as NZ myself, I love Adams and what he does. I hope he could develop into a dominating center like the old days of Shaq and even Hakeem~

    • @rockodoesstuff5329
      @rockodoesstuff5329 6 років тому +4

      Big Virgil bro, when KD left to go to THAT team, Adams although thinking he's just a role player came through for Russ and OKC. Did you see there pick and rolls? Amazing.

  • @poj2121
    @poj2121 6 років тому +118

    Watched the entire video. Being NZ, Its easy to focus on the Super Star that Adams has become. This video shows who he is, where he's come from and most importantly, "WHY" he does these things for others.
    Thanks for always being Humble Steven, you are a role model to young Kiwis, in particular Young MAORI! Chur to breaking through those walls in life my bro. Mean Mahi

    • @GrouperSE
      @GrouperSE 4 роки тому +1

      Pj he’s Dutch and Tongan not maori

    • @kedisbrow7365
      @kedisbrow7365 2 роки тому

      According to his book, he’s English via his dad and Tongan from his mother. It’s a fascinating read, btw.
      I bought it and really have enjoyed it. It’s called “My Life, My Fight” by Steven Adams. I’d recommend it to anyone and everyone. Even people who aren’t sports fans would love it. No lie.

  • @ECHASE100
    @ECHASE100 4 роки тому +5

    Where Steve Adams goes , 5million people from NZ will follow :) proud Kiwi !!!! Go Pelicans !!!!

  • @forgottenson3411
    @forgottenson3411 3 роки тому +11

    *Dude is such a nice guy, hope he wins a ring!*

  • @stepain85
    @stepain85 5 років тому +57

    What a good human being.more blessings to you mr. Steven Adams.

  • @OllyHutton
    @OllyHutton 6 років тому +33

    My man, Steven Adams
    Love to you from Italy

  • @faithtuputala5064
    @faithtuputala5064 4 роки тому +13

    Absolutely loved this😭 great to know that someone from NZ is giving so many other kids, especially polynesian children out there the inspiration to become something more🤍, thank you Steven Adams. GO THUNDER🤩

  • @samhall3569
    @samhall3569 4 роки тому +12

    This man sister is also a beast of an athlete. Great sporting family

  • @pandb2095
    @pandb2095 5 років тому +17

    I have had training from Steven Adams at his camps and he came to a local basketball training session

  • @richiebeirach3671
    @richiebeirach3671 2 роки тому +4

    what a great cat !! relaxed confident ,warm funny
    tremendous basketball player

  • @domais68
    @domais68 6 років тому +78

    I remember Adams on his Draft night. He must wear #12 because that's where he was taken. Adams is the youngest of his father's 18 children. (supposedly by 5 women) Damn! His mother is Tongan. I just learned that. Nothing against the City of OKC but I wish Adams was a Sonic. Seattle is much more like Adams' home than OKC. "We" messed up so it's our fault we don't have a team. Adams looks like he's playing on a nerf hoop. There's a video on UA-cam with all of his dunks from one year. When he hangs on the rim and flexes it down, he's only a few inches off the ground. He's an uncommonly athletic monster of a big man. I bet he's strong as hell. His salary shows the Thunder love him. I'd say top 5 center in the League.

    • @kedisbrow7365
      @kedisbrow7365 2 роки тому

      Actually, I was bemoaning that the Sonic were no longer in Seattle cuz I’d go to a lot of Stevens games cuz I’m in Spokane. But they were bought out and moved.
      Guess where they went, though-Oklahoma City of all places! Steven is playing for what was the Sonics team. Who’da think it?! lol

    • @kedisbrow7365
      @kedisbrow7365 2 роки тому

      Was supposed to be, “Who’da thunk it.” Errr… I hate autocorrect.

  • @Zero2Jero
    @Zero2Jero 4 роки тому +9

    Ive watch this 5 times now. 2 b4 corona and 3 during. Steven is the reason why i dont usually call fouls on a pick up game. He emanates toughness

    • @samoanfreak3455
      @samoanfreak3455 4 роки тому +1

      I had to learn to play softer cos some dudes don't like a little roughness. Can't help when I'm as big as I am. Even 2% of my strength I get called out on. Have to play with likeminded guys to play a good hard game

  • @AbeEmersonJr
    @AbeEmersonJr 3 роки тому +3

    I'm a DIE HARD Spurs fan and I absolutely LOVE this guy! I wish he were a Spur and KNOW he would be great! No matter what, he's going to be a shining star in our world. This video gave me the insight I needed to know more about him. What a wonderful human being!

  • @D0RYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
    @D0RYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY 4 роки тому +6

    love steve adams. guys a gem

  • @Zacche
    @Zacche 4 роки тому +13

    Steven is blessed because his a good man!... Also when they we're fishing off camera he dove and took some fishes! Aquaman

  • @dondonrowell03
    @dondonrowell03 6 років тому +35

    I would love to play basketball with Steven Adams

  • @Kalijourneymaldives
    @Kalijourneymaldives 5 років тому +7

    We love you Steven Adams.

  • @rexsalisbury3646
    @rexsalisbury3646 5 років тому +7

    The Man..the true Legend of our home land..NZ Proud!! 🤘🤘

  • @mosessupposes2571
    @mosessupposes2571 3 роки тому +3

    Love this guy forever in Oklahoma

  • @DanoFSmith-yc9tg
    @DanoFSmith-yc9tg 3 роки тому +8

    I would love for him to be a Raptor one day, we’ve always had that international flavour to our teams, always though he would complement that organization very well.

  • @skeme1213
    @skeme1213 6 років тому +8

    So humbling. Inspirational indeed. Rotavegas all star. Wheres all our kiwis at??? Cummmon.. support our local all star

  • @GamerBro22299
    @GamerBro22299 Рік тому +1

    We love Steven Adams

  • @toamataafa9463
    @toamataafa9463 6 років тому +16

    Proud of this Big Humble Giant Poly Fella..Steve Adams👍

  • @pana376
    @pana376 6 років тому +16

    I'm a Lakers fan and I admire this cat big fan

  • @davidmoreno7525
    @davidmoreno7525 4 роки тому +4

    Steven is a beast. Thunder tf up!!! ⚡

  • @applejuice5472
    @applejuice5472 2 роки тому +2

    this is truly inspiring and really shows me more truth to my lord and savior and hero steven adams

  • @Tyler_J_Cook
    @Tyler_J_Cook 6 років тому +153

    i love jason momoa

  • @yaakovrosario
    @yaakovrosario 4 роки тому +25

    the 10 dislikes are 10 different accounts of draymond green

  • @griffeycuprynski2995
    @griffeycuprynski2995 4 роки тому +3

    God I miss him so much

  • @edsontng8123
    @edsontng8123 3 роки тому +3

    Adams is so cool, love this big guy.

  • @rz.lalrammawiia5330
    @rz.lalrammawiia5330 6 років тому +84

    i believe adams will retire at young age and become a farmer or hunter something like that...

    • @peak3798
      @peak3798 4 роки тому +3

      RZ. lalrammawiia I believe ur gay

    • @shuemusic
      @shuemusic 4 роки тому +5

      @@peak3798 But his dream before basketball was to become a farmer.
      You do know that right?

    • @jeyneroo
      @jeyneroo 4 роки тому

      I bet if that happened, his jersey would most def get retired by OKC

    • @seburox
      @seburox 4 роки тому +1

      @@jeyneroo well he did get traded to the pelicans but hopefully once he retires

  • @phantxmtv6596
    @phantxmtv6596 8 місяців тому +2

    Bring this man back to okc please don’t let us win a championship without him

    • @silewis9396
      @silewis9396 4 місяці тому

      There's a lot of people that won't let you win a championship with him 😂

  • @unknxwn_prospect
    @unknxwn_prospect 4 роки тому +5

    He's a Legend

  • @Jamzin4k
    @Jamzin4k 6 років тому +20

    Faaaar lucky I haven’t had a hangi in ages

  • @randomgames2809
    @randomgames2809 4 роки тому +4

    Ah..Yes...The Kiwi...Steven Adams...The Kiwi God he is...Indeed he is.

  • @damageincorporated8558
    @damageincorporated8558 5 років тому +6

    When he starts to cut loose and shoot that jump shot it's on,can't believe i never watched this earlier, the bugger reminds me of my stepson, total Bay of Plenty man🤟🤟

  • @tuckermoreland147
    @tuckermoreland147 4 роки тому +3

    i am now and forever a fan of steven adams. considering the polynesian aspect. it is true they represent their race in huge numbers considering their tiny populace.in professianal athletic fields. and i may be racist because l believe they are unique in the aspect of respect for family, good natured, highly competative as any warrior should be, and at home within themselves, and also very caring about others. these are very good things and if i could choose a race i would choose theirs.. duane johnson is of the same ilk.ferocious on the outside and nothing but sweet on the inside.he does many nice things for charity and gives people thrills with out of nowhere visits to fans. i watched a high school game in colorado with a tongan star. he was an exchange student and huge but incredibly athletic. he was also the most popular guy on the court. he did well and both sides applauded him.he was the epitome of a good sport. nuff said.

  • @chaitea555
    @chaitea555 6 років тому +11

    4:26 haha the classic "where's some music?"

  • @rustyshackleford2703
    @rustyshackleford2703 4 роки тому +6

    Best man in the NBA.

  • @jmorrisonb-ball7625
    @jmorrisonb-ball7625 4 роки тому +3

    That was great. Love ya Steven! #ThunderUp

  • @marklin605
    @marklin605 6 років тому +3

    big proud and thanks for the post

  • @JumboWiniata
    @JumboWiniata 3 роки тому +1

    What an example for our kids

  • @randomgames2809
    @randomgames2809 4 роки тому +3

    Oklahoma Loves Steven Adams i live in Oklahoma :3

  • @dannyzamudio4176
    @dannyzamudio4176 6 років тому +7

    Underrated documentary

  • @petrafriedchicken
    @petrafriedchicken 6 років тому +26

    He’s so underrated because he’s from New Zealand and not from America.

    • @bry8883
      @bry8883 4 роки тому +3

      Facts

    • @drewelric118
      @drewelric118 4 роки тому +1

      I think his skill set is probably why he’s underrated. Does the dirty work.

    • @petrafriedchicken
      @petrafriedchicken 4 роки тому

      @Tim Tom uhhhh ok?

  • @ladytee7711
    @ladytee7711 2 роки тому +3

    Rest in piece coach

  • @bert1913
    @bert1913 2 роки тому +1

    Steven is a great representative of New Zealand and the nba

  • @folkrap12
    @folkrap12 6 років тому +12

    12:20 Ryan Reynolds/Ed Helms Hybrid

  • @longfootbuddy
    @longfootbuddy 3 роки тому +1

    i dont care about jordan or basketball really, but i like watching guys like wilt and adams play

  • @reileysatele7252
    @reileysatele7252 6 років тому +7

    Always making our small country proud Steve💙 just cut your hair hahaha

  • @V_iann_E_99
    @V_iann_E_99 5 років тому +7

    when he scream its like music to my ear😂 LOL

  • @connorbrosnahan8414
    @connorbrosnahan8414 6 років тому +5

    All star by 2020

  • @DaBawll
    @DaBawll 5 років тому +5

    Born in New Zealand, Raised in New Zealand, Never gonna leave New Zealand. :) :)

  • @Sikhislove
    @Sikhislove 6 років тому +1

    Beautiful Steven

  • @tanielaloketi3538
    @tanielaloketi3538 4 роки тому +3

    Islander life .more fun
    Than anywhere else In
    The world

  • @rico-zaindentiana-mariepou4446
    @rico-zaindentiana-mariepou4446 4 місяці тому +1

    Following the Rockets, not because i like them, it's because Steven is going there 🫂🫶🏀🇳🇿🇺🇸...

  • @xHopshotx
    @xHopshotx 4 роки тому +11

    NBA Superstar in America
    Boy help peel those spuds on the Marae

  • @alecparkes579
    @alecparkes579 6 років тому +5

    This is a great watch. Good on you Steve. Come join our group the Big Kiwi on FB following his career.

  • @nonaeubinis4934
    @nonaeubinis4934 3 роки тому

    He's a mensch. And adorable!

  • @MontrealNorth
    @MontrealNorth 5 років тому +4

    this is one big gorgeous basketball player Big Ole Tarzan🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪👏👏👏👏👊👊👊👊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋

  • @anthonygranada2797
    @anthonygranada2797 6 років тому +5

    Aqua man is so humble

  • @ethanisaiaah2
    @ethanisaiaah2 3 роки тому +2

    Steve adams in a nutshell truly a icon to our young kiwi kids here for in nz and around the world 🇳🇿🤜🤛💞🎶

  • @paulmiddleton4215
    @paulmiddleton4215 2 роки тому +1

    Did Steve ever consider a Track and field career like Big Sis? i would love to have seen him throw a discus with those monster arms! the heighth wouldn't be a problem as there were several world champs and Oly Gold won by athletes 6'9" or more. his 7-5 arm span would be golden for the event

    • @JL_Lux
      @JL_Lux Рік тому

      He did and lost in the tournament lol

  • @Noahs_t
    @Noahs_t 3 роки тому +1

    The adams family is such a famous family

  • @x.Rhymiie.x
    @x.Rhymiie.x 5 років тому +5

    Can we just talk about our national exports seem to be of poly decent. But also MĀORI decent. I’m proud of the actors, directors, comedians, singers and athletes we have inside and outside of New Zealand

    • @pierceb2105
      @pierceb2105 5 років тому +4

      I think they're maybe the ones you notice?
      Plenty of European kiwis who are doing good things also.

    • @mr13dog4
      @mr13dog4 4 роки тому

      They all kiwis even 3 years in here!!! You want it you got it! No discrimination accept our nation and your ours live and breathe your culture here because we love choice 🤣😍 racism is everywhere but it’s very small here ( school kids and general high school bullying ) end of the day you will meet more cultures outside of school through sport,work,study so you definitely can’t discriminate or your getting a hiding sitting by yourself 😂 Kia Ora

    • @lutedvolt7887
      @lutedvolt7887 4 роки тому

      Pierce B yeah brother we are all one, proud of all of our people :) white, black, orange, yellow hahaha all love and support here in Nz bless up Kiwis 👑

    • @lilnuggett4204
      @lilnuggett4204 3 роки тому

      I’m proud of any kiwi that makes it

  • @gabrielevangelista3805
    @gabrielevangelista3805 5 років тому

    Anyone know the title of the waiata they sing at 1:53?

  • @Rottidog68
    @Rottidog68 4 роки тому

    9:35 - 9:40. How many times did you rewind that?
    9 here & a bowl :-p

  • @donaldduck2139
    @donaldduck2139 2 роки тому

    awesome.....

  • @arncj18
    @arncj18 4 роки тому +1

    his father had 17 kids insane

  • @LeonZone
    @LeonZone 3 роки тому

    Did I miss it, or not even one of his siblings was in the video?

  • @lyriq8067
    @lyriq8067 4 роки тому +1

    Steven Adam would be a good ruby player

  • @Lucidkiwi
    @Lucidkiwi 6 років тому +1

    Epic video love your vibe :)

  • @sumosprojects
    @sumosprojects 3 роки тому

    Brilliant 👍

  • @undergrounddojokeyboardcag701
    @undergrounddojokeyboardcag701 4 роки тому +1

    I have one kid and i could not imagine having one kid turn 18, while having another on the way. That's insanity to me. Especially with the monsters his family was producing. My god.... i could not imagine having to feed 12, 6'8 or taller, teenage boys. You'd have to maintain a farm just to do this.
    "How much did you produce in crops and live stock last year?"
    " About 250,000 dollars worth"
    "How much were you able to sell after your family ate?"
    "Oh, we're in the red. The final two months of the year we actually have to do grocery shopping and order pizza. We're hoping if we can buy another 10 acre's we can last all year. If we can buy another 50, we can actually make some profits"

  • @mobambaaa4922
    @mobambaaa4922 5 років тому +5

    It’s only a possibility if you are 7ft and stronger then Thor

  • @TheOneAndOnlyLt
    @TheOneAndOnlyLt Місяць тому

    1:35 brosky in da background getting freeaky

  • @isaacchung6792
    @isaacchung6792 4 роки тому +1

    6:48 Gordon Ramsey vibes goes through my head

  • @markejon4408
    @markejon4408 6 років тому +1

    He's the real live aquaman

  • @duncannewton7137
    @duncannewton7137 6 років тому +2

    Big Steve!!!!

  • @terencemason3245
    @terencemason3245 4 роки тому +1

    New Zealand has the best seafood in the world

  • @huawei2091
    @huawei2091 3 роки тому

    The opening music is really similar to the one in man of steel movie. Good choice, Aquaman.

  • @J0K3R420x_
    @J0K3R420x_ 3 місяці тому

    Always that one uncle with a beer 🤣😂🤣😂

  • @liammartin3078
    @liammartin3078 3 роки тому

    He is a american basketball player but i also watch him when he start join in oklahoma city

  • @silver4740
    @silver4740 4 роки тому +1

    Makes me wonder if Alexios from from AC Odyssey was modeled off of him

  • @Azadeus
    @Azadeus 6 років тому +3

    I’m telling you man! he’s Aquaman

    • @xHopshotx
      @xHopshotx 6 років тому

      All Polynesians are Aquaman haha

  • @AxlRTWw
    @AxlRTWw 2 роки тому

    is steven adams the only nba player that is nz

  • @heyeveryone
    @heyeveryone 2 роки тому

    Omg. There’s only 4 million people in the entire country that’s insane. There’s double the amount of people in just the state that I live.

  • @jakypai7655
    @jakypai7655 6 років тому +3

    He’s my uncle

  • @eddypope2089
    @eddypope2089 3 роки тому

    A Legend. 🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿⚡️⚡️ ⚡️

  • @joshhowe3477
    @joshhowe3477 4 роки тому +3

    He's such a stereotypical kiwi, it ups my man! 🤙

  • @ashiqurmetlifeashiqur7746
    @ashiqurmetlifeashiqur7746 11 місяців тому

    I love newzland

  • @TheseStreetsReports
    @TheseStreetsReports 3 роки тому +2

    Public schools are just as good in New Zealand