Omri Casspi is first Israeli to play in the National Basketball Association

Basketball player Omri Casspi has signed a one season contract with NBA champions, Golden State Warriors, making him the first Israeli to play in the National Basketball Association.

Mr Casspi, 29, finalised the deal with the 2017 NBA champions on Wednesday morning, according to reports.

He said: “I’m happy to have received this amazing opportunity.

“This is a childhood dream that has come true, to play for such a respected team, alongside such great players. I hope to start training soon and begin the hard work.”