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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

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The Bucks' inconsistencies on both sides of the floor have left them looking vulnerable.

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This past weekend has changed the WWE landscape.

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CM Punk weighs in on The Rock's return to the wrestling ring

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The Celtics need to rest Jaylen Brown ahead of the playoffs

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Giannis Antetokounmpo and Co. are at risk of a first-round stumble

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Can Zach Edey be a reliable defender in the NBA?

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Did CM Punk subliminally send out a recruitment pitch to MJF?

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