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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

Knicks star Jalen Brunson is ignoring the pressure to contend

There's always pressure in the Big Apple. And New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson thrives in that environment.

Paolo Banchero draws comparison to LeBron James for specific skill

Banchero's rapid rise as an elite player in the NBA has made everybody sit up and take notice. 

Kevin Durant says Suns are 'starting to build something'

The Phoenix Suns are sixth in the Western Conference, but they're beginning to show signs of being the contending-level team we all expected. One of their star players certainly sees it.

Mike Conley discusses mindset following injury to All-Star teammate

 Karl-Anthony Towns has been ruled out indefinitely with a torn meniscus, and one of the Timberwolves' leaders is sharing his mindset as team looks to adjust.

Ben Simmons' season-ending surgery gives Nets a lot to think about

Simmons only participated in 15 games during this campaign.

Karl-Anthony Towns injury threatens to derail Timberwolves' season

The veteran big man has been vital to the Timberwolves' climb to the top of the Western Conference.

Trae Young needs to be realistic about his future with the Hawks

It may be easier for the Hawks to trade Young in the summer and recoup some assets ahead of a rebuild.

The Heat could make another shock run to the NBA Finals

The Miami Heat have won eight of their last 10 games. After a season of struggle, Erik Spoelstra's team is starting to show signs of being the team that shocked the world by charging to the NBA Finals last season. 

Draymond Green is right — Celtics' margin of error is slimmer than ever before

The Celtics have a two-year window with their current core.

Isaiah Thomas joining G League squad is his final role of the dice

By joining the Stars, Thomas will be bidding to prove he can still play at an elite level.

Kevin Durant would make sense as a marquee name if the Sonics return to Seattle

Durant is the type of marquee name who would launch the SuperSonics back into immediate relevancy.

Watch: Stephen A. Smith calls out the Lakers 'kryptonite'

Until LeBron James and Anthony Davis can earn a win against this team, Stephen A. Smith said he can't take them seriously as contenders.

Damian Lillard's sudden surge can propel the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA Finals

Damian Lillard has been electric since returning from the All-Star break. 

Another bizarre turn in Ben Simmons' saga as agent takes responsibility for PG's injury

 When Ben Simmons passed up a dunk in the 2021 NBA Eastern Conference Finals, nobody expected the downward spiral his career would take, a spiral that has been full of bizarre episodes.

Are we heading toward a Celtics vs. Knicks Eastern Conference Finals?

A seven-game series at Madison Square Garden and TD Garden would be electric.

Knicks avoid disaster with Jalen Brunson injury update

The All-Star guard required help to leave the court during the Knicks' win over the Cavaliers on Sunday. 

Are the Denver Nuggets Boston's only roadblock?

According to Shannon Sharpe, who was speaking on Monday's episode of ESPN's First Take, the only team that could potentially derail Boston's bid for a championship is the Denver Nuggets.

The Mavericks won't be contenders until they resolve their defensive issues

Winning an NBA championship requires elite production on both ends of the floor.

The Warriors' last-ditch game plan shows how far they've fallen

The Warriors suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of the Celtics on Sunday. A significant talking point following the game was their decision to sag off Jaylen Brown at the three-point line. 

Will Ospreay believes the time is right for his venture into American wrestling

Will Ospreay made his official AEW debut on Wednesday in Alabama. He signed as a free agent in 2023, announcing his decision at Full Gear. However, he honored the remaining months of his New Japan Pro Wrestling contract. 

Former Manchester United winger could return to Premier League

Wilfried Zaha could be heading back to the English Premier League.

Manchester derby loss shouldn't seal Erik ten Hag's fate

Pressure is increasing on ten Hag after a defeat to rival Manchester City, but should it be?

Jayson Tatum can make an MVP statement against the Warriors

Jayson Tatum's MVP candidacy has begun to heat up, and he can fuel things further with a big game against the Warriors.

Knicks to make another addition amid push for contention

The New York Knicks are leaving no stone unturned in their bid to contend for an NBA championship.