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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

Lakers' JJ Redick pinpoints growth opportunity in preseason loss to Warriors

Redick's team is now 1-3 in the preseason as it continues to learn the new offensive and defensive system he's implemented since taking over from Darvin Ham.

Biggest potential flaw for Cavaliers ahead of 2024-25 season

The Cavaliers front office has done a great job of building a contending-level team.

Biggest potential flaw for Pacers ahead of 2024-25 season

Rick Carlisle's team finished the 2023-24 season among the rosters with the fastest pace of play.

Biggest potential flaw for Knicks ahead of 2024-25 season

The Knicks' biggest flaw could potentially be head coach Tom Thibodeau's commitment to overplaying his guys during the regular season. 

Biggest potential flaw for Bucks ahead of 2024-25 season

As we enter the 2024-25 campaign, the Bucks must accept that their biggest flaw is an aging roster.

Biggest potential flaw for Sixers ahead of 2024-25 season

With a new Big Three in place, Philadelphia is expected to be a serious threat at the top end of the Eastern Conference.

Biggest potential flaw for Celtics ahead of 2024-25 season

Will the Celtics address this potential flaw as they gear up to defend their title?

Ex-NBA veteran predicts Celtics start year 'with some attitude'

According to former NBA wing Eddie Johnson, Boston's players haven't had the enjoyable summer that's supposed to come with winning a championship.

Jaylen Brown speaks out on All-Defensive snub: 'People only care about offense'

During a news conference following Boston's 139-89 preseason victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, Brown verbalized some of his frustrations with being overlooked.

Unlikely big man is becoming Celtics star of preseason

With Kristaps Porzingis recovering from offseason surgery and Al Horford still working his way back to fitness, this big man has found himself playing in the starting lineup. And he could find himself sticking there until Porzingis returns

Pregame jitters are proof Klay Thompson needed a fresh start

Thompson's nerves prove that he made the right decision.

Warriors HC Steve Kerr outlines expectations for Andrew Wiggins

Following the loss of Klay Thompson, who joined the Dallas Mavericks at the start of free agency, head coach Steve Kerr is looking to his team to play an up-tempo run-and-gun offense.

Bryan Danielson should use WrestleDream to finally retire

Professional wrestler Bryan Danielson doesn't have anything left to prove.

Cade Cunningham's big night is proof of concept for Pistons

The Detroit Pistons have nowhere to go but up.

Why AEW must make some changes (and fast)

Unfortunately for AEW, not only is its viewership declining, but its ticket sales are struggling, too. According to Alfred Konuwa of Forbes, the company sold under 2,000 tickets for its Title Tuesday event, one of the worst-selling events in company history. 

Doc Rivers blasts Lakers' treatment of Darvin Ham

Darvin Ham's tenure as the Los Angeles Lakers head coach came to an abrupt end this summer.

Three predictions for AEW WrestleDream: Will Bryan Danielson retain world title?

Tony Khan's company has developed a strong reputation for putting out exceptional matches during paid events, and the upcoming show in Tacoma, Wash., is unlikely to be any different.

Victor Wembanyama is an MVP roadblock for younger stars

The hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama's addition to the NBA proved to be anything but hyperbole. Now, the young star could emerge as a roadblock to other players looking to win MVP.

17-year NBA veteran pinpoints NBA's forgotten contender

One NBA team is flying under the radar after a disastrous 2023-24 season.

Former DPOY throws support behind Grizzlies' Zach Edey

Edey enters the NBA as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 draft with a collegiate resume that reads like a future superstar.

A way-too-early look at the top five NBA MVP candidates

It's Nikola Jokic's world until further notice, but who else is in line to challenge him for NBA MVP this coming season?

Another WWE target opts to re-sign with AEW

This isn't the first AEW talent WWE has missed out on this year.

Warriors HC reveals 'Klay Thompson-style' plan for replacement Buddy Hield

Buddy Hield is tasked with replacing longtime guard Klay Thompson on the Warriors this season. He has some big shoes to fill, but luckily, Steve Kerr has a plan.

Hornets HC Charles Lee already has team looking drastically improved

The Charlotte Hornets are looking to bring back the sting under new HC Charles Lee.

NBA GM survey predicts Paul George to be most impactful addition

Paul George entered the summer as the hottest free agent on the market. The veteran forward had spent the past five seasons with the Clippers, making the All-Star team in three of those years.