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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

Trainer gave some blunt advice to Celtics star Jayson Tatum

The Celtics are entering the playoffs with championship expectations. Jayson Tatum is the player tasked with spearheading their push. The St. Louis native has proven himself to be one of the most complete players in the NBA this season.

Warriors 'want' Klay Thompson back with team next season

Klay Thompson is entering unrestricted free agency this summer. The veteran sharpshooter's future has been a question mark throughout the current season. 

Isaiah Hartenstein claps back at Sixers center's comments ahead of playoff matchup

The 76ers big man appeared on Thursday's episode on FanDuel TV's 'Run it Back." He noted how the Sixers preferred facing the Knicks in the playoffs as it was an easier path than facing the Celtics. 

Trae Young addresses disappointing end to season

Trae Young didn't expect the Atlanta Hawks to be on the outside of the playoffs looking in.

Swerve Strickland backs AEW to continue growing

Since being launched in 2019, AEW has rapidly grown to become the second-biggest professional wrestling brand in the world.

Chris Paul makes bold statement on future amid retirement talk

A championship has evaded Paul throughout his career.

With no first-round draft pick, the Warriors have a tough summer ahead

The Golden State Warriors just finished off a rocky season and now potentially face an even more rocky offseason.

The Bucks' ability to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo rests on this playoff run

A second straight first-round exit would be disastrous for the team.

Shaq expects history to repeat itself when Lakers face Denver

The Los Angeles Lakers have secured a spot in the 2024 NBA playoffs. They defeated the New Orleans Pelicans in the play-in tournament on Tuesday and will face the second-seeded Denver Nuggets in the first round. At least one former player and analyst expects a repeat of last year's playoff meeting between the squads.

Insider expects Warriors to retain key free agent

The Golden State Warriors season is over and their attention now turns to the offseason, where there is a pretty big decision awaiting them.

WWE Hall of Famer lays out retirement timeline

The Hall of Famer wants to make sure he rides off into the sunset at the right time.

Is the Warriors dynasty at risk heading into the play-in tournament?

The Golden State Warriors have been the model for dominance during the past decade. But could their star trio be broken up soon?

Nuggets should fear a vengeful LeBron James

If the Los Angeles Lakers defeat the New Orleans Pelicans in Tuesday's Western Conference play-in tournament, they will secure a first-round matchup against the Denver Nuggets.

Draymond Green names key for Clippers to beat Mavericks

According to Draymond Green, who has won four championships throughout his storied career, the Clippers may need to reintroduce this player to their starting lineup.

AEW president Tony Khan doesn't rule out crossover event with WWE

The two companies may never go toe-to-toe in a wrestling ring. Still, Tony Khan didn't rule out the possibility, which will be enough to get fans excited that it may happen someday. 

Victor Wembanyama's assessment of rookie season should terrify rest of NBA

Wembanyama had an incredible rookie season by all accounts. But the phenom seems to believe he's only scratched the surface of his capabilities.

Celtics' Joe Mazzulla was snubbed for NBCA Coach of The Year

The Celtics coach was more than deserving of the award.

Derrick Rose reveals whether he intends to return to Grizzlies next season

Injuries derailed this season for veteran Derrick Rose. Here's what he said about returning to the Grizzlies for another go-around.

DeMar DeRozan is embracing heavy workload for Bulls

Without star guard Lonzo Ball in the rotation, the Bulls have relied heavily on DeMar DeRozan this season.

Knicks style of play could propel them to success

The Knicks have clawed their way through an injury-plagued season to claim the No. 2 seed in the East. They may have found the formula to playoff success along the way.

Bucks need more from Damian Lillard, a lot more

Will Dame Time and the NBA postseason overlap? The Milwaukee Bucks certainly didn't look ready against the Orlando Magic on Sunday.

Sixers defensive lynchpin could miss play-in tournament game vs. Heat

When speaking to the media ahead of the Sixers' 107-86 win over the Brooklyn Nets, head coach Nick Nurse confirmed that De'Anthony Melton could miss Philadelphia's upcoming game against Miami due to injury.

Payton Pritchard will be a swing factor for the Celtics

If the guard can carry his recent production level into the postseason, he will be a significant threat off the Celtics bench.

Kendrick Perkins has taken the Jalen Brunson narrative too far

Perkins' comments are creating an unsustainable expectation of Brunson heading into the playoffs.

Clippers bolster size on bench by adding athletic big man ahead of playoffs

Ahead of the playoffs, the Clippers bolstered the size on their bench by adding a free agent big man.