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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

AEW accused of overpaying talents and ruining the industry

In the latest edition of the "Wrestling Observer Newsletter," Dave Meltzer reported that someone within WWE was less than impressed with AEW's spending habits.

Former Sixers convinced Guerschon Yabusele to sign with Philadelphia

Guerschon Yabusele has returned to the NBA after spending the last five seasons playing in Europe.

Former NBA star questions Rudy Gobert's DPOY credentials

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has four Defensive Player of the Year awards to his name, but not everybody thinks he deserved them.

Jayson Tatum ready to put last season's championship behind him

It's time for the Boston Celtics to look forward.

Lonnie Walker IV is the perfect dice roll for Celtics

The veteran guard will team up with Joe Mazzulla's roster for training camp before the front office decides whether to give him the 15th and final roster spot. 

Kyrie Irving was a defining factor in Klay Thompson moving to Mavericks

Thompson's sharpshooting and interior defense will improve last season's Western Conference champions and help them contend for another run to the NBA Finals. 

Booker T is a fan of Ricochet moving to AEW

Despite losing on his debut, Booker T believes Ricochet has landed in the best company to maximize his talent.

Russell Westbrook refutes report of jersey rejection

Westbrook took to social media to refute a report that new teammate Christian Braun had rejected his request to wear the number 0 with the Nuggets this season.

Isaiah Thomas makes concerning claim about injury with Celtics

Isaiah Thomas made a concerning claim about the injury he suffered as a member of the Celtics.

Mavericks' off-court unity is a weapon in their pursuit of an NBA championship

The Mavericks made it to the NBA Finals last season before falling to the Boston Celtics in five games.

Victor Wembanyama expected to emerge as NBA's best player within five years

According to ESPN's Tim Bontemps, a poll of 18 NBA executives, coaches and scouts has resulted in Wembanyama being labeled as the best player in the NBA within five years.

The Nets have full control of their future

In recent months, GM Sean Marks has gathered tradable assets and positioned the franchise to have considerable cap space ahead of the 2025 free-agency period.

Manchester United move closer to landing top midfield target

Manchester United spent this summer chasing after Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte and have taken the next step toward completing a deal.

Rikishi is starting to view AEW as a potential spot for Jey Uso

If Uso did decide to call time on his career with WWE, there's no doubt that AEW would move mountains to add him to its roster.

AEW secures Swerve Strickland's long-term future with massive new contract

Strickland has become a star since joining AEW in 2022. He has quickly risen the ranks and is now one of the biggest names on Tony Khan's roster.

Dwight Howard blames Rob Pelinka for Lakers' recent struggles

The Lakers were a first-round exit in the playoffs earlier this summer. 

Nikola Vucevic pinpoints moment Bulls roster got derailed

Chicago's roster never hit the heights many had hoped it would.

Tammy Abraham could be heading back to the Premier League

A Premier League club is exploring a potential deal for Abraham. 

Juventus would be a smart move for Jaden Sancho

Jaden Sancho has yet to feature for Manchester United this season, and he could find a new home before the transfer window closes.

Ricochet’s AEW debut leads to challenge from Will Ospreay

After multiple years with WWE, Ricochet will undoubtedly want to remind the world what he's capable of.

Darby Allin still annoyed with Jack Perry for his antics at Wembley last year

Allin is set to face Perry for the TNT Championship at All In on Sunday.

NBA offseason grades: Central Division

With just a few weeks remaining until the start of the preseason, now is the perfect time to start assigning grades to each team's offseason.

NBA's best remaining free agents aged 26 or older

Multiple teams still have one or two open roster spots to fill.

AEW's Nick Wayne wants All In to be his breakout moment

When speaking to WhatCulture, Wayne admitted that he's hoping to create highlight moments during the match and wants to be remembered when people talk about the flagship event moving forward.