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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

Anthony Edwards' complaints show a need for growth

Rather than complain about teams looking to shut him down, Edwards must embrace the learning curve.

Jayson Tatum's comments should scare the NBA

Tatum's declaration that the Celtics aim to rediscover the identity that propelled them to the 2024 championship sounds like a battle cry.

Warriors' long list of trade targets illustrate desire for additional scoring

The Warriors have reportedly been looking for a new star-level talent to complement Stephen Curry.

Kings have a tough decision to make over De'Aaron Fox

Fox's long-term future with the Kings has been in doubt since he refused to sign a contract extension this summer.

WWE Hall of Famer shares potential timeline for retirement

He joined AEW midway through 2024, as his contract with WWE expired.

Jimmy Butler's joyous professionalism is refreshing

The veteran forward's future with the Miami Heat has been one of the hottest topics among basketball fans.

Is there a disconnect between Lakers' coaching staff, front office?

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers struck a deal to send D'Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith. 

Can Kyrie Irving carry Mavericks with Luka Doncic out?

The Dallas Mavericks are adjusting to life without Luka Doncic. Can Irving keep the team competitive until Doncic returns?

AEW's roster is finally nearing full strength

The return of so many top stars couldn't have come at a better time.

Celtics' injury issues are an untold issue

In the 31 games Boston has played this year, its core starting five — Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis—have played just 187 possessions together.

Kings made a hasty mistake by firing Mike Brown

Firing Brown is a knee-jerk reaction to a rough run of games.

Wrestling awards show AEW still has a long way to go

AEW is still young, and it has yet to figure out how to turn talent into stars.

Will Ospreay was snubbed in end-of-year wrestling awards

Despite his consistent success, elite matches and rapid growth, Ospreay was overlooked in ESPN's wrestling awards for 2024.

Tyrese Haliburton is too good to struggle for much longer

Haliburton is working through the worst slump of his career.

Tony Khan cites three names as potential long-term faces of AEW

Khan has spent the past five years assembling one of the most talented rosters in professional wrestling.

JJ Redick highlights Lakers' thin margin for error

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to clumsily move through the regular season.

Pelicans shouldn't rush a Zion Williamson trade

While it makes sense to move on from Williamson, the Pelicans should be cautious about rushing into a deal.

Ranking the NBA's Christmas Day schedule

This season, five games will run back to back. Like most years, there will rarely be a dull moment or a 'dud' of a game. 

Veteran Konnan doesn't believe in AEW's Death Riders

In recent months, the Death Riders have dominated AEW programming.

AEW has finally listened, and Chris Jericho is on board

Veteran wrestler Chris Jericho praised AEW's new approach.

Jayson Tatum will always let his game do the talking

On Friday, ESPN released its annual straw poll, in which 100 voters were quizzed about the current MVP race. Jayson Tatum ranked fourth despite the Boston Celtics' blisteringly hot start to the season.

Why Thunder should do everything possible to keep Alex Caruso

Every young, contending-level team needs a veteran.

Former NBA star believes Sixers should take drastic action

The former NBA guard built on the perception of Philadelphia's torrid start.

'It's a great vibe': 76ers appear to be turning a corner

After an ugly start to the season, the 76ers appear to be figuring some things out.

Knicks have star they've been searching for in Karl-Anthony Towns

Since Carmelo Anthony's days, the New York Knicks have been searching for a star name.