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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

Celtics are being vindicated for acquiring Jrue Holiday

With the Celtics, Holiday is a fourth or fifth option on offense and is surrounded by elite defensive talent at every position. As such, he's thriving.

How Tyrese Haliburton's injury could define Celtics' postseason

If the Celtics win in Game 3, they will be one victory away from a second trip to the NBA Finals in three years. However, if Haliburton is forced to miss the rest of the series, there will be a significant asterisk next to Boston's postseason run. 

MJF nearing return to AEW following months out with injury

Nobody has seen MJF since he lost his AEW World Championship to Samoa Joe at "Worlds End."

AEW wrestlers becoming frustrated with bloated roster size

AEW might simply have too many wrestlers at this point.

Will Ospreay wants WWE champion star to jump ship, join AEW

 Will Ospreay is rapidly rising as the face of AEW.

Heat star's continued tenure in Miami is far from guaranteed

His advancing years and significant contract demands could thwart his chances of extending his stay in South Beach. 

Bulls' Lonzo Ball opens up about injury that's sidelined him for two years

Lonzo Ball announced he's finally ready to play again.

AEW fan favorite sidelined for up to a year with leg, knee injury

Eddie Kingston could be out of action for the next 12 months. He suffered a fractured tibia, torn ACL and torn meniscus while appearing at New Japan Pro

Perpetual Bulls trade candidate once more hitting the rumor mill

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is once more being batted around in trade rumors.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown was snubbed in All-NBA voting

Jaylen Brown narrowly missed being selected for an All-NBA team.

Facing an uncertain future, Donovan Mitchell should have no say in Cavaliers coaching situation

The Cleveland Cavaliers are opening a coaching search, but should keep from consulting star guard Donovan Mitchell unless he can actually commit to sticking with the franchise.

Knicks marquee trade acquisition could bolt in free agency

 The New York Knicks might have to actually work to keep OG Anunoby this offseason.

Draymond Green names player he'd 'love' to team up with

Draymond Green would 'love' to be teammates with close friend LeBron James. 

Latest announcements show how deep Knicks' injury issues ran

When healthy, this version of the Knicks roster is a contending-level team.

Two former NBA champions want to see Donovan Mitchell on the Knicks

The New York Knicks might make sense as a Donovan Mitchell trade destination, but such a deal could come with its own potential drawbacks.

Celtics' Jayson Tatum isn't receiving the credit he deserves

It's time Tatum stops being punished for playing the game the right way rather than being a heliocentric ball hog.

Cavaliers continue to hold out hope of retaining Donovan Mitchell

Mitchell's future with the Cavaliers is projected to be the saga of the summer.

Victor Wembanyama's latest honor puts another spotlight on his greatness

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has made NBA history as the first rookie to be named to an All-Defensive team.

Celtics backcourt earns high praise with All-NBA selections

With two players earning NBA All-Defensive honors, the Boston Celtics further proved the talent of their roster.

Knicks plan to go star hunting during the summer

If the Knicks can bring in another All-Star-caliber player, they could rival the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks for the top seed in the East next season.

Report: Jalen Brunson could provide 'certainty' to the Knicks this summer

Jalen Brunson has already had a major impact with the Knicks, and that could continue for years to come.

Deadline for LeBron James' contract decision revealed

The veteran superstar has remained coy about his plans for his future.

Celtics star praises ex-teammate's development with Pacers

The Indiana forward struggled to make an impact in Boston as he was behind All-Star wings Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. He needed more minutes and the freedom to learn from his mistakes.

Draymond Green sends warning to Pacers over 'different animal' in the Celtics

Outside of Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics have all their star talent available and ready to go for the conference finals.

Knicks expected to be 'aggressive' in upgrading their roster

According to an NBA insider, New York is expected to be aggressive in upgrading its roster.