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Adam Taylor

NBA Contributor

Adam Taylor is a sports journalist based out of the UK. Adam has been covering the NBA for nearly a decade with a core focus on the Boston Celtics. He currently holds bylines with Yardbarker, SB Nation and USA Today. He has previous stops with Heavy, Sportskeeda and Fansided, among others. He hosted the 'CelticsPod' podcast for five years, growing it into a leading podcast in Celtics coverage. He has also been associated with podcast networks such as BlueWire and SB Nation. Adam recently began building his independent coverage of the Celtics via his recently launched 'Celtics Chronicle' newsletter, podcast and YouTube channel. Adam holds exclusive interviews with multiple current and former NBA players, such as Gordon Hayward, Grant Williams, Sam Hauser, Kendrick Perkins and more. 

EXPERTISE:

NBA, Boston Celtics, WWE, AEW

Veteran guard would improve any contender despite down year

Bogdan Bogdanovic's move to a contending roster and proclamation that he can contribute to a winning organization will be fun, whether now or in the summer.

Heat can't afford to keep Jimmy Butler beyond NBA trade deadline

The Heat need everyone's help to put the Jimmy Butler saga behind them.

Former Defensive Player of the Year emerging as potential trade candidate

If Marcus Smart can get and stay healthy, any team he joins will instantly improve its overall defense.

Hawks could be a strong landing spot for Brandon Ingram

Ingram's future has been a topic of conversation all season.

How AEW has taken its storytelling to a whole new level

AEW's shift to more storytelling is in full swing.

Can the Celtics find a buyer for Jaden Springer?

Over the past few games, Joe Mazzulla has been giving defensive-minded guard Jaden Springer a boost in minutes. Springer has barely featured since joining the Celtics at the 2024 trade deadline. However, he has been an impact-maker off the bench over the past week. 

Why Heat should avoid Timberwolves' Julius Randle amid rumors

The Heat would be adding a forward who is shooting 33% from three-point range.

Trading De'Aaron Fox could lead to a wider retooling of Kings roster

A new star has entered the NBA trade-deadline fray.

Lakers shouldn't ignore Anthony Davis if they want to keep him around

By not giving him what he wants, the Lakers risk alienating Davis and thus jeopardizing their future stability.

The Warriors should pony up to get Nikola Vucevic

Since JaVale McGee left the Golden State Warriors in 2018, the team has been short on quality depth at the center position. The team should pay the price to change that with one particular player.

Jimmy Butler's relationship with Heat is beyond repair

Much like his style of play, Butler thrives in chaos. Neither he nor Pat Riley will want this partnership to last beyond the trade deadline. Things have become too fractured to repair.

AEW potentially takes another step forward in growing its viewership

Over the past 12 months, AEW has struggled to attract new fans, fill out the arena or post consistent growth in viewership.

Jarred Vanderbilt can solve some of Lakers' defensive issues

JJ Redick's team has blown hot and cold on the defensive end this season.

Is Wizards' Kyle Kuzma looking to force a trade?

As a veteran presence on the Wizards, he is seen as a logical trade chip for a roster that's firmly rooted in a rebuild.

How the Celtics can return to championship form

The Boston Celtics won the 2024 NBA championship on the back of a team-first mentality. Sacrifice was a buzzword in almost every news conference or interview. The team consistently hunted the best shot available, regardless of who would be taking the shot. 

Eddie Kingston's AEW return can't come soon enough

Eddie Kingston has been missing from AEW programming since May 2024. He suffered a leg injury during New Japan Pro Wrestling's Resurgence pay-per-view. Since being out of the picture, AEW has begun implementing changes to its approach. There is a heavier focus on story-telling, and many veteran talents are receiving a push.

Damian Priest has an opportunity to shine on 'Smackdown'

Priest should thrive now that he's on the "Smackdown" roster.

Lonzo Ball should do everything in his power to orchestrate a return to the Lakers

Ball should do everything in his power to facilitate moving back to his hometown.

Zach LaVine's wishes could force Bulls to rethink approach

The Chicago Bulls have reportedly been searching for a Zach LaVine trade over the past 12 months.

Jaylen Brown's lingering injury has come at worst time for Celtics

The Boston Celtics have lost 11 of their last 26 games. They've also dropped eight of those games coming off the back of a win. Jaylen Brown has been among the biggest targets for criticism during that stretch.

D'Angelo Russell is his own worst enemy

Russell is seven games into his second spell with the Brooklyn Nets.

Danny Ainge looking to repeat Celtics' magic with Jazz

Ainge is looking to replicate the blueprint he used to help turn the Celtics into a powerhouse.

Austin Rivers pinpoints start of Warriors' decline

Rivers believes one moment started the Warriors' slide from championship contender to fringe playoff team.

Suns have moved one step closer to retooling roster, landing Jimmy Butler

Phoenix is not a rebuilding team. Instead, it's a roster designed to win now. However, the current team has struggled for the past 18 months.