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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

Luka Doncic's ball-dominance isn't the issue some believe it to be

Will this aspect of Luka Doncic's game prove to be detrimental for the Mavericks?

Report reveals differing trade deadline stances between LeBron James, Lakers

LeBron James has been applying pressure to the Los Angeles Lakers front office. It's clear he wants the team to go all-in at the February 8 trade deadline. In recent weeks, the Purple and Gold have been linked with multiple high-level talents. 

76ers choosing to remain optimistic over Joel Embiid's injury

Joel Embiid has undergone a procedure to fix the meniscus injury threatening his season. Currently, there isn't a timeframe for his return to NBA action.

Former NBA champion emerging as trade target for two up-and-coming teams

Golden State's Andrew Wiggins' sluggish start to the season has seen him become a popular name in trade rumors.

Report: Mavericks discuss trading ex-Celtics wing to Eastern Conference rival

Grant Williams has endured a torrid start to life with the Dallas Mavericks. He's struggling in his current role and has become a focal point of frustration

Report: ex-All-Star wing unlikely to be bought out if Hornets don't trade him

Gordon Hayward is in the final year of a $120 million deal. He has been floated as a potential trade chip for the Charlotte Hornets heading into the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Bulls' asking price for Alex Caruso isn't as unrealistic as it sounds

Alex Caruso is arguably the most tradeable asset within the Chicago Bulls roster.

Former top-five pick could be traded due to uncertainty in Cleveland?

Uncertainty regarding Donovan Mitchell's future has put the Cavaliers in a difficult position and could have significant ripple effects on the roster in Cleveland.

Celtics reportedly targeting veteran big, former All-Star to bolster rebounding 

His $3.6 million salary fits within the team's traded player exception. As such, the Celtics could acquire him for a package of second-round draft picks, of which they have plenty. 

New-look Warriors frontcourt may have ended Mavericks' chances of an upgrade

The Golden State Warriors may finally be figuring it out, which could be bad news for the Dallas Mavericks on the trade front.

LeBron James is applying pressure to Lakers by showing he still has other options

With less than a week until the trade deadline, James will likely be watching the team's moves closely.

Lakers being unrealistic about young stud's trade value ahead of deadline

The Lakers expecting such a significant return for him on the trade market is nonsensical.

Raptors' Scottie Barnes deserves consideration as All-Star replacement

Scottie Barnes is the future star of the Raptors.

WWE legend considering coming out of retirement for one-time 'gory spectacle'

This Attitude Era star was once a key figure in the best in-ring product in history. Now, after a 12-year retirement, the 58-year-old fan favorite is considering a one-fight comeback. 

Two former Lakers scapegoats are proving they weren't the problem

Los Angeles has some tough discussions that need to be had.

Trading Jalen Green won't guarantee success for the Houston Rockets

While he was once seen as untouchable, Green is reportedly available in potential trades.

Why the Lakers shouldn't end the Gabe Vincent experiment

According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, the Lakers are willing to part ways with the veteran guard.

Celtics' worst nightmare could become a reality if Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart

Watching their former leader end up on a conference rival or with their most storied enemy in the Lakers would be a worst-case scenario for the Celtics.

LeBron James sending a message by sitting out Celtics game

If LeBron is sitting in protest of the Lakers' malaise, the front office will have no choice but to take notice.

NXT could lose three stars to SmackDown in latest proof of concept for the development brand

That success and consistent proof of concept will ensure NXT continues to thrive and attract some of the best young talent in the world.

Nets' stance on Mikal Bridges shows they've learned from mistakes of the past

The last time the Nets had a player like Bridges on their roster, they traded him for a superstar. That didn't work out.

Jayson Tatum is right, Kristaps Porzingis can be his Pau Gasol

Jayson Tatum recently made an interesting comparison. 

Nets rebuild could come full circle with D'Angelo Russell acquisition

D'Angelo Russell has been floated as a potential trade chip for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Logan Paul is looking toward the head of the table

The more title defenses he stacks, the more believable a potential Universal Championship match would become.