Life Of A Baller: adidas Signs Australian Basketball Player & Top 2014 NBA Draft Prospect Dante Exum

Dante Exum is an Australian basketball player.  He is also considered one of the top prospects for the 2014 NBA Draft. As a junior, Exum played for the Keilor Basketball Association and attended Lake Ginninderra Secondary College in Canberra, Australia where, in conjunction with, also attended the Australian Institute of Sport.

A year ago, he participated in the 2013 Nike Hoop Summit for the World Select Team and scored 16 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists in a 112-98 win over the USA Junior Select Team. He also competed in the Australian National High School Basketball Championships held between December 2013 and January 2014, and led his team to the eventual title.

Today, adidas announced a partnership with Exum. This June, the 6-foot-6 baller is projected to be a top pic in the draft.

“I’m really excited to join the adidas family. I’ve had the opportunity to play in adidas Nations in the past and I’ve always liked their shoes and gear. I look forward to what’s to come for me and adidas,” said Exum in a statement.

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