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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

Charles Barkley: NBA should've issued tougher punishment on Rudy Gobert

Charles Barkley wanted Rudy Gobert suspended for his comments about game officials and sports betting. Gobert made the inflammatory comments after fouling against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday.

Stephon Marbury warns Knicks about making 'stupid' trades

Can the New York Knicks get out of their own way and just let their roster live this summer?

Shaquille O'Neal questions Rudy Gobert's status as an elite defender

Rudy Gobert has won three NBA Defensive Player of the Year Awards. He is also a six-time All-Defensive First-Team selection. Therefore, he is considered one of the best defenders and rim protectors in the modern NBA. 

Legendary Celtics announcer buries Hornets' Grant Williams

Grant Williams left the Celtics this past summer after failing to agree terms on a contract extension. He was sent to the Mavericks as part of a sign-and-trade deal. 

Mark Henry eager to see WWE/AEW crossover for WrestleMania

This would be the perfect time for both companies to mend some broken fences.

WWE's offer for Will Ospreay didn't match up with AEW

Will Ospreay is the latest marquee addition to the AEW roster.

The Suns are the Nuggets' biggest threat in the Western Conference

The Nuggets are widely expected to make the NBA Finals again this season and Nikola Jokic's presence is a primary reason why the franchise is viewed among potential championship contenders. 

The Rockets' postseason dreams suffer a major blow

Alperen Sengun has avoided major injury. According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the impressive big man has suffered a grade three ankle sprain. He will likely miss the remainder of the regular season.

Watch: John Cena draws 'line in the sand' on when he'll retire from WWE

While speaking to Kelly Clarkson during a recent episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show," Cena revealed he has a hard stop regarding retirement age.

Anthony Davis is right to be bullish about the Lakers' playoff chances

Anthony Davis believes the Lakers are designed with the postseason in mind. The veteran big man is confident the Purple and Gold will be a tough prospect over a seven-game series. 

Gabe Vincent's return could provide Lakers with a much-needed boost

Gabe Vincent has played five games all season. The veteran guard joined the Lakers during the summer after helping the Heat make the NBA Finals in 2023. Vincent's injury issues left the Lakers short at the guard position. 

Celtics' Jayson Tatum is redefining how we view star talent

When you think of star talent in the NBA, you instantly think of Kobe, Michael Jordan or LeBron. All of whom are known for exceptional displays of scoring ability. Perhaps that's why Jayson Tatum is often discussed as operating at a tier below the current stars in the league.

Former top pick left in tough position after being waived by Jazz

Unless he can unequivocally prove his injury issues are behind him in the summer, he may be looking at an uphill battle to sign another NBA contract.

Patrick Beverley's no-nonsense style of play has created a fan in Giannis

Beverley has become an important piece of Milwaukee's defensive identity.

Anthony Edwards critical of free-throw disparity in loss to Lakers

Edwards wasn't pleased after Anthony Davis shot as many free throws as the entire Timberwolves team.

Coby White's ascension is making Zach Lavine's position untenable

In 64 games, White's averaging 19.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 53 assists on 45.6% shooting from the field and 39.1% shooting from three-point range.

Why Lonzo Ball's progress in training is a welcome sign

Will we ever see Lonzo Ball realize his potential?

Rudy Gobert deserved hefty fine for 'inappropriate' gesture

Rudy Gobert was been fined $100,000 for an "inappropriate and unprofessional gesture" during the Minnesota Timberwolves loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday.

Doc Rivers' impact on the Bucks is starting to show

Rivers' early work with the team has been incredibly encouraging. 

Former NBA All-Star believes Jordan Poole is destined to be a bench player

Jordan Poole has struggled in his first year as a lead guard for the Washington Wizards and one former All-Star believes the guard has sealed his fate as a bench player going forward.

AEW president Tony Khan did right by Sting, now he must do the same for Matt Hardy

AEW founder and president Tony Khan knocked it out of the park with Sting's retirement. Matt Hardy deserves that same kind of respect as he winds down his own career in professional wrestling.

If Carmelo Anthony is endorsing it, Trae Young should think twice about Spurs move

If Anthony believes the Spurs would be a good destination, maybe it's wise for Young to think twice before pushing to be sent there.

Exiled AEW star sends message to Sting following retirement match

Despite being estranged from the company that helped him rise to prominence within the wrestling community, Jack Perry has taken time out of his schedule to congratulate Sting.

Loss to Nuggets crushed Jayson Tatum's MVP candidacy

Two teams widely expected to face off in the NBA Finals, the Nuggets and Celtics put together another classic — with Denver coming away victorious on Thursday — thus sweeping the season series against Boston.