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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

Jayson Tatum can enter Celtics history with a championship win

Kendrick Perkins believes Tatum would cement his legacy as an all-time Celtics great with a title win.

Bucks looking to pilfer Celtics coaching staff?

One Celtics assistant is already off to a new job after the NBA Finals wrap up. Could another key member of the bench be heading out of Boston as well?

The Lakers are focusing on the wrong aspect of team building

After a first-round exit from the playoffs this season, the Lakers will undoubtedly look to improve.

Knicks expected to extend Tom Thibodeau

Tom Thibodeau has worked wonders with the New York Knicks, and it sounds like he's about to be rewarded for his efforts.

Celtics could add highly respected coach as Charles Lee replacement

Charles Lee will be leaving the Boston Celtics at the end of the season and an interesting name is garnering attention as his potential replacement. 

Report: Bulls 'significantly' lowered asking price for two-time All-Star

The Chicago Bulls reportedly tried to trade Zach LaVine around the Feb. 8 trade deadline. They were unable to find a willing partner. Now, with the offseason fast approaching, the Bulls could look to move on from their All-Star wing, assuming they can find a team willing to do business.

Kristaps Porzingis holds the keys to Celtics' title hopes

Kristaps Porzingis is expected to return from injury when the Boston Celtics begin their NBA Finals series against the Dallas Mavericks.

Jalen Brunson claps back at tiredness narrative after Knicks' playoff exit

During a recent podcast appearance, Brunson revealed that the narrative of New York running out of steam is something that bothers him.

The Knicks owe it to Julius Randle to keep him around

The Knicks could look to trade Randle rather than be forced to pay him. Yet, that could prove to be a mistake.

Extending Mike Brown was a no-brainer for the Kings

The Sacramento Kings have agreed terms on a contract extension with Mike Brown, and it was a no-brainer move for the franchise.

WWE Hall of Famer reveals disappointment with moment in AEW's 'Double or Nothing'

AEW is known for providing strong pay-per-views. They often look to push the boundaries and captivate the audience. The problem is that the risk of injury increases exponentially when you're pushing the boundaries.

AEW has a tough decision to make regarding Jeff Hardy

What does the future hold for AEW's Jeff Hardy?

Knicks poised to lose impressive big man in free agency?

Isaiah Hartenstein was an integral part of the New York Knicks' run in the NBA playoffs.

Jimmy Butler would revolutionize an aging Warriors roster

Jimmy Butler has two years remaining on his $146 million deal. He will earn $48.7 million next season. The Miami Heat could look to move on from Butler in an attempt to clear some cap space and begin re-tooling their roster around Bam Adebayo.

Trading Andrew Wiggins would be a logical move for Warriors

The Golden State Warriors are expected to be active during the upcoming offseason. Their current roster failed to make the playoffs. The front office will undoubtedly want to maximize the final few years of Stephen Curry's career. 

AEW must avoid the lure of expanding Dynamite to three hours

It would also be wise for AEW to get its other shows trending in the right direction before adding more TV time.

Donovan Mitchell's influence on Cavaliers listed among 'most powerful' in the NBA

According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, Mitchell's situation in Cleveland has seen him become one of the most powerful stars in the NBA.

NBA insider 'pretty positive' JJ Redick will be the Lakers' next head coach

His competition for the role weakened on Wednesday as Ty Lue agreed to a multiyear extension with the L.A. Clippers. 

Lakers' dream head-coaching candidate is officially off the board

With the championship-winning head coach now off the board, Rob Pelinka and the front office can focus on the other names on their shortlist. 

Clippers 'determined' to keep these two star free agents

The Los Angeles Clippers have forced themselves into a corner with their team build and that might mean shelling out big money to players who are far closer to their retirements than their primes.

AEW sustains another major injury blow after Double or Nothing

AEW star Adam Copeland will be sidelined by a tibia fracture for the foreseeable future.

Tyrese Haliburton expects to be ready to compete in Olympics

Tyrese Haliburton reassured that he would be fit and ready for his first taste of Olympic basketball.

It would be a shock if Pascal Siakam didn't re-sign with the Pacers

Indiana knew the risks when it traded for him, and the Pacers put themselves in the best possible position to keep him around long-term. 

This conference finals run is just the start for the Indiana Pacers

Their season may have ended in disappointing fashion, but the Pacers are on the right track.

Sixers have three star names on their summer shopping list

Daryl Morey has positioned his team to be players during free agency. The Sixers have tradable assets, cap space and young talent.