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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

ESPN experts make bold prediction over LeBron James' future

James, 40, has inevitably faced questions regarding his long-term future in the NBA.

Knicks could trade 2024 first-round pick to make way for veteran additions

The New York Knicks recently signed Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet to non-guaranteed deals. Both veterans will have an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during training camp and preseason, but the Knicks will have to make other moves if they wish to roster both veterans.

Three big questions for Pistons as they look to take next step in 2025-26

The Pistons took a significant leap in 2024-25. Will they be able to build on that in 2025-26?

Three questions for Heat ahead of 2025-26 season

There should be an acceptance that Erik Spoelstra's team, as currently constructed, is not a contender.

Celtics' 'new era' will have a rocky start

Boston underwent a wave of changes this summer.

Warriors should embrace trading former lottery pick

Jonathan Kuminga's contract dispute continues as the start of training camp is right around the corner.

Mavericks receive huge Anthony Davis boost

According to NBA Insider Marc Stein, Anthony Davis is now back on the floor and working out with his teammates in five-on-five action.

Three questions for the Philadelphia 76ers ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season

If the Sixers can't get healthy this season, it may be time for Morey to begin looking at ways to begin a rebuilding process. 

Heat rookie could be thrown into starting role following Tyler Herro blow

Fortunately for Miami, Spoelstra has an excellent track record of developing talent and putting them in positions to succeed. 

Will Ospreay provides encouraging injury update

Ospreay has been off AEW programming since participating in a "lights out cage match" at Forbidden Door.

Three questions for the Orlando Magic ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season

The Magic's rebuilding efforts have gone according to plan, and now, they seem primed to take the next step. .

Three questions for the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season

The Milwaukee Bucks have pieced together a quietly good offseason. 

Three questions for the Cavaliers ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season

The Cavaliers have been pushing their way back into contention. Here are three questions that could determine if 2025-26 is the season they break through.

Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga labeled 'miserable' amid contract standoff

Despite mounting tensions and public frustration, Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors appear headed toward a resolution, even if it's only temporary.

Lakers' LeBron James praises 'savant' teammate as his career is nearing its end

As James approaches his 23rd year in the NBA, he will get his first full season operating as Doncic's teammate.

Warriors' conference rivals confident in Jonathan Kuminga's interest

The time for Kuminga and the Warriors to decide their current contractual standoff is drawing near.

One key change can end Warriors' standoff with Jonathan Kuminga

After months of tough negotiations, could one concession end the standoff between Kuminga and the Warriors?

Three big questions new-look Knicks must answer after shocking coaching change

Firing head coach Tom Thibodeau probably wasn't the start to the summer most New York Knicks fans expected. The veteran head coach had just led the franchise to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Draymond Green is oddly optimistic about Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga standoff

Rather than lambasting Kuminga for his standoff, the four-time NBA champion appeared to be understanding toward the overall situation.

Warriors must confront ugly Jonathan Kuminga truth

After months of negotiations, Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors are still at a stalemate.

Ben Simmons gives one-word answer to retirement question

Ben Simmons is currently an unrestricted free agent. There's been little reported interest in the former Rookie of the Year this summer, leading to suggestions that he could retire.

Former NBA champion names shock team as strong fit for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo has spent the summer being linked with a potential move away from the Milwaukee Bucks.

Warriors' 'renewed efforts' with Jonathan Kuminga revealed

Sooner or later, Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors will need to reach an agreement.

Celtics star airs frustrations with Boston's biggest criticism — and he's right

Boston quickly gained a reputation as a team that simply "shoots a lot of threes."

WWE reportedly wants four legends for WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia — but much could go wrong

The flagship event is the company's biggest program of the year, and it will undoubtedly be a money-spinning venture in its Middle East debut.