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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

Zach Edey would be the ideal replacement for Isaiah Hartenstein

The Knicks have the draft assets to move up in the selection process if they believe Edey could be off the board by the time it's their turn to pick. 

Adding Kyle Lowry would make sense for the Knicks

Lowry isn't the player he once was, but that doesn't mean he can't be a solid addition to the Knicks as they look to take the next step.

Even nursing an injury, Kristaps Porzingis will be a game-changer for Celtics

If Porzingis does suit up, it will likely be on a heavy minutes restriction and subject to change. 

The Lakers' head-coaching search is a complete mess

Nobody wants to risk their reputation on a roster they don't believe is good enough to contend for a championship. As such, the Lakers find themselves in a mess.

Cavaliers could beat Lakers to prime coaching candidate

The coaching search in Los Angeles is turning into a disaster. It's clear the franchise doesn't have the pulling power it once had.

AEW tag division suffers major blow with FTR hiatus

AEW's tag division has stagnated in recent months, and it now faces another challenge with the hiatus of FTR.

Five head-coaching options for the Lakers

Dan Hurley has reportedly turned down a six-year $70 million offer from the Los Angeles Lakers. Rob Pelinka and the front office must now pivot as they look to fill their open head coaching role. Here are five candidates that make sense for the team.

For the Lakers, Dan Hurley's decision can't come soon enough

Everything is on pause while the Lakers continue to court Hurley in the hope of changing the franchise's long-term direction.

Celtics defense is fueling NBA Finals run

The Boston Celtics have held the Dallas Mavericks to under 100 points in both matchups to begin the NBA Finals and as a result are two wins away from claiming the title.

The Mavericks should fear a Celtics team playing on the road

The Celtics have overcome every challenge and remained unbeaten on the road throughout the playoffs.

Even Luka Doncic can struggle in the NBA Finals

Playing on the biggest stage of his career, Doncic appears to be feeling the pressure. 

Former TNA, WWE star believes AEW will never crack 1M viewers again

EC3 believes AEW's impatience with building storylines and changing direction means it is unlikely to ever reach its previous highs.

Dan Hurley should hold out for a better situation in the NBA

If Hurley wants to enter the NBA, he should do so with a team that's willing to build with him.

The Celtics need Luka Doncic to be healthy if their potential championship is to be respected

The Celtics have already been facing significant criticism for what is perceived as an easy run to the NBA Finals.

Clippers' hardball approach to Paul George negotiations could backfire

The Clippers are reportedly keen on extending George's stay with the franchise, but no agreement has been made.

WWE preparing for potential loss of elite high-flyer

Ricochet's WWE contract is running down and it looks like he could head for a new home.

Knicks' Josh Hart sounds off on JJ Redick's future as a head coach

Redick's former teammate and current New York Knicks wing Josh Hart believes it's only a matter of time before the 15-year NBA veteran lands his first head-coaching gig.

Why the aging Warriors have to trust their younger talents

The Golden State Warriors might have just enough young talent to rage against the dying of the light.

Celtics' season-long sacrifice is key to shot at a championship

When speaking to the media during a post-practice news conference, Jaylen Brown credited everyone on the Celtics roster's sacrifices this season.

Former NBA Coach of the Year defends Jayson Tatum's team-first style of play

Jayson Tatum's selfless style of play has drawn undue criticism this postseason.

Jason Kidd is showing desperation by resorting to mind games so early

Kidd's choice to rely on worn-out narratives to try to create adversity in the Celtics locker room reeks of desperation.

Top AEW star provides injury update

Adam Copeland has provided an injury update on his broken leg.

Chad Gable would be a major pull for AEW

 Chad Gable's contract with WWE is set to expire on Friday. It appears WWE is facing competition for Gable.

Despite Dan Hurley rumors, JJ Redick could still become Lakers head coach

If the Lakers were forced to turn their attention to Redick, it would mark a complete 180 in the franchise's direction.

Derrick White believes 2022 Finals heartache is motivating Celtics

Boston has been here before. They made it to the 2022 NBA Finals before falling short against the Warriors. Derrick White believes that experience will help the Celtics.