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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

Analyst crushes Lakers' Darvin Ham for 'staggering incompetence'

The Lakers have struggled to build on their trip to the Western Conference Finals last season.

Shaq's controversial take on the Celtics drastically misses the mark

The Celtics made the 2022 NBA Finals and were Eastern Conference finalists last season.

Jrue Holiday's contract extension creates more questions than answers for the Celtics

The Boston Celtics have signed Jrue Holiday to a four-year $135 million contract extension, ensuring further team control and providing the club with some luxury tax relief. But it also raises questions about the long term viability of the team's current core.

'Ain't nobody better than me': Clippers' Russell Westbrook confident in new role

Following James Harden's arrival with the L.A. Clippers at the start of the season, Russell Westbrook volunteered to move to the bench.

Sabonis pushes Kings to re-sign surging Sixth Man of the Year candidate

Malik Monk will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the current season.

What Giannis Antetokounmpo injury means for Bucks

Damian Lillard will have a heavy burden to carry without Giannis in the rotation.

Adding Klay Thompson would put the Knicks in contention

Klay Thompson is in the final few months of his current $189M deal. He will become an unrestricted free agent in the summer.

Insider expects Hawks to move star guard before next season

According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Atlanta's front office is likely to move on from one of its two ball-handlers during the upcoming offseason.

Celtics' latest move indicates big changes coming in summer

With his addition, the Celtics now have five big men on the roster. It's highly unlikely they will retain all five during the offseason. 

Grant Williams discusses facing Mavericks just two months after being traded

Williams' reputation around the NBA undoubtedly took a hit after being traded so quickly by Dallas.

Report: Magic emerging as top suitors for Klay Thompson

Klay Thompson will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season, and the Orlando Magic are reportedly emerging as potential suitors to acquire him.

Doc Rivers is getting tough on struggling Bucks

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

Stephanie McMahon ushered in the 'Paul Levesque Era' at WrestleMania 40

WrestleMania 40 was the first event of its kind without Vince McMahon's involvement.

What WWE championships changed hands during WrestleMania weekend?

This past weekend has changed the WWE landscape.

Matt Hardy will be a big loss to AEW

The former WWE standout has been with AEW since signing in March 2020. 

The Rock details when he knew it was time to return to WWE

The Rock has been a near full-time presence on TV, as he's been injected into "The Bloodline" storyline featuring Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes.

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

The Rock made his in-ring return at WrestleMania 40 on Saturday. He was part of the main event, a tag team match with Roman Reigns, who faced Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. It was the superstar's first official match in 11 years. 

Roman Reigns believes The Rock returned to WWE because 'something special' was happening

The Rock has been a whirlwind since returning to WWE programming.

Cavaliers could potentially trade star guard 'well before' free agency

The Cleveland Cavaliers appear to be resigned to the fact that Donovan Mitchell might not be long for the roster.

Wizards' recent addition drawing praise from Kyle Kuzma

Tristan Vukcevic might just prove to be a steal for the Wizards.

LaMelo Ball's absence has allowed Brandon Miller to rise for Hornets

As the season has worn on, Brandon Miller has shown signs of being the Hornets' franchise cornerstone.

Celtics' depth is a major weapon in their search for a championship

The Celtics have positioned themselves as the best team in the NBA.

WWE's surging success has earned a new name for the modern era

With so much exciting stuff happening in WWE, it's only right that the current era gets a name.

Hornets take step forward in their head-coaching search

The Hornets are looking for a new head coach with Steve Clifford set to move into a front-office role at the end of the season.