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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

Top AEW star admits he returned from injury too early

AEW has been plagued with injury issues in recent years.

Bryan Danielson's retirement date may need to be pushed up

It might be what's best for the former WWE star.

Jayson Tatum should avoid 2028 Olympics

Tatum was drastically underutilized throughout the 2024 tournament and asked to play a role that didn't suit his diverse and high-level skill set.

Grading the impact of AEW's biggest additions in 2024

AEW started the new year with a bang, adding multiple big names to its roster. However, the additions haven't had the desired effect. The company's television ratings continue to drop while its in-arena attendance is becoming a serious cause for concern. 

Three AEW stars rumored to hold interest in WWE switch

Tony Khan's company has lost some big names to the wrestling juggernaut over the past 18 months.

Jayson Tatum joins elite company after winning Olympic gold

Jayson Tatum won his second Olympic gold medal when the United States overcame France 98-87 on Saturday.

Three former NBA players who impressed at the Olympics

While elite talents such as Nikola Jokic, LeBron James and Stephen Curry were undoubtedly stars of the tournament, some former NBA players enjoyed strong showings, potentially earning themselves another shot in the league. 

Jrue Holiday becomes second-ever player to achieve incredible feat

Holiday is a "glue guy." He does everything at a high level on both sides of the floor. He is a defensive specialist and arguably one of the best defensive guards in the world.

Three takeaways from Team USA's gold-medal win over France

The United States has won the Olympic gold medal for men's basketball.

Three takeaways from Serbia's bronze-medal win over Germany

Jokic has been a standout performer in the Olympics and will now begin his offseason with a bronze medal to his name. 

Bob Cousy's assessment of Jayson Tatum's benching proves Steve Kerr made a mistake

At 96 years old, Cousy has watched a tremendous amount of basketball in his lifetime. He understands the game from every angle.

Top AEW tag team reportedly expected to join WWE

This would be a big move for the duo.

Ricky Starks could make the jump from AEW to WWE

WWE's aging roster needs an injection of fresh young talent. Starks has all the skills to climb the ranks in the company and potentially provide a new heel to build around long-term.

Olympic men's basketball: Three takeaways from USA vs. Serbia

Team USA is through to the final of the 2024 Paris Olympics after a hard-fought 95-91 win over Serbia on Thursday.

Standout France star wants a chance to return to Celtics

Guerschon Yabusele has been the breakout star of the 2024 Paris Olympics. He has led France in scoring in both the 82-73 quarterfinal win over Canada and the 73-69 semifinal victory over Germany. 

Three takeaways from France's win over Germany in men's basketball semifinal

France is heading to the final of the Olympic men's basketball tournament. The host country overcame Germany 73-69 on Thursday, guaranteeing it at least a silver medal.

Jayson Tatum's reputation won't be hurt by Olympic struggles

Jayson Tatum can still be a leading star for Team USA; unfortunately, that opportunity is probably another four years away. 

Grant Hill could extend olive branch to Jaylen Brown in 2028

Jaylen Brown has been publicly critical of Team USA's decision to omit him from the roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics. He wasn't part of the initial squad and then saw Derrick White selected ahead of him as Kawhi Leonard's replacement.

Three takeaways from Team USA's quarterfinal win over Brazil

Team USA has secured its spot in the semifinals. Steve Kerr's team defeated Brazil 122-87 on Tuesday. The star-studded roster produced one of its best performances to date, with multiple players finding their rhythm, thus making them the biggest threat in the tournament moving forward.

Trail Blazers center would elevate the Knicks to new heights

He could solve multiple problems for New York's bench unit; the question is whether they're willing to take a risk on his ability to stay healthy. 

Three takeaways from France's Olympic quarterfinal win over Canada

France has scored the biggest upset of the Olympics thus far. The Victor Wembanyama-led team overcame Canada in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, securing an 82-73 victory over a team that was heavily favored to contend for a medal.

Men's basketball: Three takeaways from Serbia vs. Australia

Serbia is now one win away from securing a medal and will face the winner of United States-Brazil on Thursday. On the other side of the bracket, Germany awaits the winner of France-Canada.

Men's basketball: Three takeaways from Greece vs. Germany

Germany advanced to the semifinals while sending Greece home.

Former GM says Knicks should re-sign star forward

His value to the team has been clear for multiple years. He has been a cornerstone of its journey toward the top of the Eastern Conference. 

Adding Brandon Ingram could be the boost the Jazz need

As a rebuilding roster, Utah will consistently be linked with potential upgrades, both in the trade and free-agent markets. The latest name to be linked with the franchise is Ingram, who is entering the final year of his current deal.