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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

Nets big man Nic Claxton addresses ejection on opening night

Nic Claxton's new season got off to the worst possible start as the big man earned an early exit with a flagrant foul.

Anthony Davis open to changing his offensive approach

It sounds like JJ Redick wants to see a particular change from Davis, and the big man appears willing to oblige.

Bam Adebayo admits Heat's loss was 'embarrassing'

The Miami Heat have been on a downward spiral since making a run to the 2023 NBA Finals. The start of the 2024-25 season didn't provide much hope for a turnaround.

Tyrese Haliburton places blame on Steph Curry for poor shooting night

Tyrese Haliburton spent this summer with Team USA at the Paris Olympics. During practice sessions, he learned from some of the best players in the world, including Steph Curry. But it sounds like he won't be implementing everything he learned after a poor shooting night to open the season.

NBA teams 'monitoring' Giannis Antetokounmpo's commitment to Bucks

Multiple teams around the NBA reportedly have begun monitoring Giannis' position in Milwaukee, specifically his commitment to remaining with the franchise. 

Bulls can't risk fumbling Josh Giddey

The Bulls could not agree to a contract extension with Josh Giddey before Monday's deadline, but they can't afford to lose him in free agency next summer.

'The NBA needs to drug test them dudes': Josh Hart's postgame comments highlight Celtics' brilliance

The Boston Celtics dismantled the Knicks on Tuesday, which elicited a funny response from New York's Josh Hart.

Despite a hefty payroll, AEW lacks star talent

For all of the new faces that continue to walk through the door, very few are proving to be main-event talents.

Jayson Tatum 'can't imagine' leaving the Celtics

Jayson Tatum is well on his way to becoming a Boston Celtics legend, and it doesn't sound like he has any interest in writing a new chapter of his career elsewhere.

Jaylen Brown calls out Stephen A. Smith's unnamed source

Jaylen Brown has enjoyed a mixed summer. He recently addressed one of the negative experiences.

Nuggets secure championship window with Aaron Gordon's extension

Aaron Gordon's size, physicality, interior scoring and wing defense have helped him carve out an important role for Mike Malone's team. With the team signing him to a significant extension, it has locked in its window of championship contention.

NBA Eastern Conference predictions: Why Hawks' Trae Young, 76ers' Joel Embiid will rise

On the eve of the tipoff of the 2024-25 season, Yardbarker NBA writer Adam Taylor offers a prediction for all 15 teams in the Eastern Conference.

Clock is ticking on Anthony Davis' time as Lakers' primary star

Davis isn't expected to be the king of the Lakers hill for too long.

Baron Davis is optimistic about this year's Warriors team

Baron Davis shared his thoughts on the upcoming season for the Warriors.

Knicks receive injury blow ahead of season opener

The Knicks' chances at a hot start to their new campaign took a blow on Sunday. 

Mark Henry reveals what it would take for Jey Uso to rejoin The Bloodline

Jey Uso's career has taken off since he left The Bloodline. So, what would it take for him to consider a return?

AEW positioning Orange Cassidy for a starring role

AEW needs a group of leaders to step up.

Kevin Owens doesn't know 'if or when' he can return to WWE

Kevin Owens is prepared not to return to the WWE.

Five stars who could join Team AEW to face Jon Moxley and the new BCC

Who can save AEW from Jon Moxley? Avengers, assemble.

AEW relying on Jon Moxley to 'jump-start interest'

Moxley is front and center of everything AEW is doing right now.

Former NBA champion calls for Kawhi Leonard to consider retirement

During an appearance on Thursday's edition of ESPN's NBA Today, former champion Kendrick Perkins suggested now might be the time for Kawhi Leonard to retire. 

Draymond Green setting the bar too high for Jonathan Kuminga

Draymond Green recently outlined his expectations for Jonathan Kuminga this season and he may be setting himself up for disappointment.

Clippers should rue Kawhi Leonard's contract extension

The Clippers inked Kawhi Leonard to a three-year $149.5 million contract extension in January. It's looking increasingly unlikely they'll get the return they expected from that investment.

Kevin Owens gives deadline for WWE to share his story

Kevin Owens is heading for a collision course with Cody Rhodes.

Victor Wembanyama questions commitment of some NBA stars

Victor Wembanyama is gearing up for his sophomore season in the NBA and shared some insights from his rookie season.