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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. 

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NBA, Boston Celtics, WWE, AEW

Three big questions Hawks must answer heading into the 2025-26 season

There are still areas of improvement for Atlanta. And, with that in mind, here are three questions the Hawks must answer as we head into the new season.

Three big questions Bulls must answer heading into the 2025-26 season

The Bulls will look to take another step forward in their rebuild while developing a clearer picture of what the roster will look like when they're ready for contention. Here are three questions facing the team as the season approaches.

Jayson Tatum just gave Celtics fans cause for excitement

Tatum suffered an Achilles tendon tear during the Celtics' Eastern Conference semifinals loss to the New York Knicks last season.

76ers' Paul George gives honest assessment of 2024-25 season

During a recent news conference, Paul George admitted that last season was brutal, both for the fans and the players themselves.

Paolo Banchero shares honest take on Magic's increased expectations

The Magic are expected to take a step forward this season. The player tasked with leading that step forward discussed the rising expectations in Orlando.

Warriors have no interest in Kings guard as part of a Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade

The Sacramento Kings' chances of landing Jonathan Kuminga via a sign-and-trade appear to be all but over. 

Rockets expected to make key decision on Kevin Durant's future

When making the move to acquire Durant, Houston knew it was taking a risk.

Rockets not expected to seek Fred VanVleet replacement

Houston isn't expected to seek a replacement for VanVleet ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Rockets are expected to delegate their playmaking among multiple members of the roster.

Paul George's comments are latest major concern for 76ers

Now, with the Sixers likely starting the season behind the eight-ball, George must ensure he showcases the two-way skill set.

Multiple bleak updates about 76ers' Joel Embiid emerge 

Just 24 hours after learning of Jared McCain's torn UCL in his right thumb, Daryl Morey has provided a bleak update on Joel Embiid's recovery.  

Celtics' Brad Stevens eases fans' luxury-tax concerns

Stevens addressed those concerns Thursday during a news conference.

Sixers' injury issues are already building this preseason

Injuries have been ravaging the Philadelphia 76ers over the past 12 months. And the injury bug is biting the Sixers already this preseason. 

Lakers committing to long-term continuity with latest contract extension

The move signaled the team's commitment to long-term continuity.

Lakers' JJ Redick makes encouraging statement about Austin Reaves

Reaves, 27, is coming off a career year where he averaged career highs of 20.2 points, 4.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists per game.

Knicks face headache on key player's availability

The New York Knicks will enter the 2025-26 season with high expectations, but a recent update on a key rotation piece could make things a bit more difficult to navigate.

ESPN's rankings show how far Joel Embiid has fallen

Embiid, once a consensus top 10 player in the NBA, has fallen drastically in ESPN's latest player rankings amid extended injury absences and a cloud of uncertainty.

Adjustment period predicted for Knicks star

The Knicks are entering a new era after parting ways with former HC Tom Thibodeau in the summer.

Austin Reaves predicted to chase significant pay raise

Reaves has improved his game each year. He will likely have a sizable role in Lakers HC JJ Redick's rotation for the upcoming season.

Three questions for Celtics ahead of 2025-26 NBA season

HC Joe Mazzulla will be leading a team full of young and inexperienced talent for the first time in his head-coaching career.

Three questions for Pacers ahead of 2025-26 NBA season

After back-to-back seasons of growth, the Pacers could find themselves crashing back to Earth this season. 

Celtics' Jayson Tatum gives honest thoughts on being underrated

During a Sept. 23 episode of ESPN's "First Take," the St. Louis native shared his thoughts on whether he's an underrated talent in the NBA.

Jayson Tatum is giving Celtics fans renewed hope

Tatum appears to be well ahead of schedule as he rehabs his injury.

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton shares thoughts on Warriors' Stephen Curry

Curry and Haliburton spent some time together during their tenure with Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Jonathan Kuminga's deadline is drawing near

The former lottery pick has held firm during negotiations with the Warriors, seeking the best possible deal in terms of both finances and career flexibility.

Warriors still expected to sign string of veteran talents

With only nine players under contract for next season, the Warriors have some work to do.