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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

Three questions facing Charlotte Hornets ahead of 2024-25 season

The new NBA season is right around the corner. To help get ready for the 2024-25 NBA season, we're looking at three questions each NBA team could face next season. Here, we have the Charlotte Hornets, who enter the new season with a new ownership group and coaching staff. 

Three questions facing Brooklyn Nets ahead of 2024-25 season

The new NBA season is right around the corner. To help get ready for the 2024-25 NBA season, we're looking at three questions each NBA team could face next season. Here, we have the Brooklyn Nets, who went deeper into a rebuild when they chose to trade Mikal Bridges to the New York Knicks at the start of the offseason. 

Cavaliers agree to three-year deal with core defensive talent

The Cleveland Cavaliers have spent the summer locking down their current rotation.

Lakers make first free-agent signing of the summer

He missed the 2023-24 campaign due to a blood-clot issue that made him ineligible until cleared. As such, he missed his sophomore season after impressing as a rookie for the Toronto Raptors.

Celtics' skyrocketing payroll a catalyst for team being put up for sale

This type of consistency comes at a cost in the NBA, and it can quickly change a franchise's financial outlook.

New name emerges for Lakers in their search for a big man

Could this young big man bolster the Lakers' frontcourt?

Knicks round out roster with sharpshooting specialist

The Knicks have added a talented veteran with a specialist skill set.

Warriors reportedly pinpoint new All-Star teammate for Stephen Curry

The Warriors have struck out on both of their All-Star targets during the offseason.

Kendrick Perkins' criticism of Jayson Tatum drastically misses the mark

Tatum has enjoyed an exceptional 12 months, winning an NBA championship, his second Olympic gold medal and being named to his third consecutive All-NBA First Team.

Dirk Nowitzki provides Luka Doncic with veteran advice after NBA Finals loss

Nowitzki urged Doncic to remain patient in his pursuit of success.

Insider reveals 'name to watch' for Lakers on trade market

Due to the franchise's lack of movement this summer, the Lakers are widely expected to be active in the trade market.

Anthony Davis gives up DPOY hopes: 'The league doesn't like me'

He recently told ESPN's Dave McMenamin that he's "over it" and his only focus is on helping the Lakers contend at an elite level.

Former WWE trio reportedly in talks with AEW

According to Fightful Select, AEW has contacted the trio about a potential reunion of "The Hurt Business."

Adam Copeland praises AEW's shift to storyline emphasis

Since its inception in 2019, AEW has always been a sports-based wrestling promotion. But the company seems to be making a shift.

Terry Rozier on track to be healthy for new NBA season

The veteran was shut down before the playoffs last season due to neck spasms that required a neck brace. 

Patrick Beverley pinpoints ideal landing spot for Julius Randle

The three-time All-Star has two years remaining on his four-year, $117 million deal, with the final year being a player option.

Bully Ray slams AEW's plastic bag spot

AEW is once again found itself in hot water.

DeMarcus Cousins would consider a return to the NBA

Cousins hasn't played in the NBA since leaving the Denver Nuggets at the end of the 2021-2022 season.

Three questions facing Toronto Raptors ahead of 2024-25 season

The new NBA season is right around the corner. To help get ready for the 2024-25 NBA season, we're looking at three questions each NBA team could face next season.  Here, we have the Toronto Raptors, who are in a rebuild.

Three questions facing Atlanta Hawks ahead of 2024-2025 season

The Hawks began retooling their roster around Trae Young over the summer. 

Three questions facing Miami Heat ahead of 2024-25 season

The Heat will need answers to these questions if they want to have a strong season.

Tony Khan praises AEW's 'unprecedented success story'

Khan praised AEW's growth and achievements in its first five years.

Trail Blazers could be open to trading former Celtics big man

We've rarely seen the center produce his best basketball, as he's been incapable of staying on the floor.

Two major AEW stars reportedly written off TV for the foreseeable future

These two AEW stars reportedly will be getting some needed time off.