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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

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.

The Celtics need to rest Jaylen Brown ahead of the playoffs

The Celtics secured the best record in the NBA with their win on Wednesday and officially have nothing left to play for during the rest of the regular season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Co. are at risk of a first-round stumble

The Bucks need to contend for a title this season; otherwise, it will be deemed a failure. 

Can Zach Edey be a reliable defender in the NBA?

Zach Edey is one of the most polarizing talents heading into the 2024 NBA Draft. The Purdue product is a throwback big man. He thrives in the post and plays with his back to the basket. As such, there are some question marks surrounding his fit in the modern NBA. 

Did CM Punk subliminally send out a recruitment pitch to MJF?

CM Punk is the hottest topic in wrestling right now. Is he trying to take advantage of that and flex his influence?

The Suns are dangerously close to dominating the NBA — but they're not there yet

The Phoenix Suns have enough to contend for the NBA championship. Its trio of Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker can compete with any defensive team in the league.  However, the NBA has shifted away from its "Big Three" era, where pairing stars together was enough to be a championship team.

Kristaps Porzingis speaks out on Grant Williams' struggles this season

Kristaps Porzingis got his career back on track, and now Grant Williams hopes to work off the same blueprint. 

CM Punk's comments on AEW business model will likely irk fans

Punk's comments fit the primary criticism of AEW. Tony Khan's company has struggled to sell tickets over the past 18 months. Many fans believe their struggles are due to a lack of storylines and an inability to build up their stars.

CM Punk provides injury update ahead of WrestleMania

Punk suffered a torn triceps when competing in the Royal Rumble.

Knicks' injury issues are clouding their playoff chances

The team remains unsure about the potential availability of Julius Randle and OG Anunoby, who are both dealing with injuries.

Joel Embiid's impending return may be too late

Embiid will need a significant stretch of games to get back to the level we saw from him before his injury.

Matt Hardy isn't ready to re-sign with AEW just yet

Matt Hardy may be entering the twilight years of his career as a professional wrestler, but he wants that twilight to play out on his terms.

Donovan Mitchell continues to fuel speculation by refusing to commit to Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell's long-term future with the Cavaliers remains a discussion point. The All-Star guard has two years left on his current five-year $163M deal. However, the final year of that contract is a player option which he is expected to opt out of. As such, he will likely enter his deal's final year next season. 

Adding Trae Young would be a mistake for the Lakers

The Lakers could be interested in acquiring Trae Young during the offseason. The Athletic's Jovan Buha discussed the franchise's interest during a recent livestream.

Cody Rhodes' new contract is a huge win for WWE

During an interview with Justin Walker, Rhodes revealed that he's signed a fresh multi-year deal to remain with WWE.

Will Ospreay is showing why he is the future of AEW

AEW might have struck gold with the addition of Will Ospreay a little over a year ago.

Cody Rhodes bleeding is a sign of WWE turning up the heat

WWE is primarily a PG promotion, but since The Rock has returned to the company's programming, it has occasionally sauntered into more mature territory.

Patrick Beverley's decision to play through his injury is a boost for Bucks

As Beverley fights through the pain barrier, there will undoubtedly be some questions regarding his ability to consistently play at a high level.