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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

Why the Boston Celtics are on pace for greatness

The Boston Celtics are playing at an elite level this season, but few will remember it if the team cannot secure its first championship since 2008.

Seth Rollins makes spicy choice when faced with CM Punk ultimatum

Seth Rollins was given an ultimatum. He could eat another spicy hot wing or say three nice things about CM Punk. Rollins chose to eat the wing. 

Drew McIntyre continues war of words with CM Punk

Drew McIntyre has made no secret of his distaste for CM Punk.

Klay Thompson's career is drawing to a close

The veteran will likely target one more championship run.

Former Laker believes LeBron will finish career in Los Angeles

Speculation on LeBron James' future has picked up steam, but one former Laker can't envision the star leaving Los Angeles.

Former All-Star wants Trae Young in San Antonio: 'A match made in heaven'

Young has been mentioned in trade rumors over the past few weeks.

Bol Bol could be a surprise stud for the Suns

After stringing together a couple of strong performances, Bol has earned praise from one of his superstar teammates.

CM Punk gets his wish, is added to WWE 2K24

The WWE deserves praise for listening to its fans and acting swiftly.

The Lakers face a battle to make the playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers haven't looked like the same team that made it to the Western Conference Finals last season.

Kendrick Perkins questions the Celtics' championship credentials

Kendrick Perkins isn't convinced the Celtics can win a championship. He has seen his former team be floated as favorites in recent seasons, only to fail once the playoffs got underway. 

Chris Paul's return could be the turning point for Golden State

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Steve Kerr's team is about to receive a significant boost. 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander emerging as genuine threat in the West

Is SGA closing in on Nikola Jokic as top player in the West?

Luka Doncic named 'most dangerous player' in the Western Conference

There's no doubt that Doncic is among the best offensive players in the league.

Stephen A. Smith offers surprising postseason prediction for Knicks

Sports media personality Stephen A. Smith believes the New York Knicks may actually have a chance to make some noise this postseason.

Draymond Green calls out Anthony Edwards' lack of enthusiasm at All-Star weekend

Anthony Edwards is one of the best young players in the NBA. He made his second straight All-Star appearance on Feb. 18. Edwards looked to be enjoying himself while not taking the game too seriously. 

Knicks' OG Anunoby is 'right on schedule' in injury recovery

OG Anunoby is expected to return to the New York Knicks' rotation soon.

Reporter suggests Hornets trade LaMelo Ball to kickstart rebuild

Could the Charlotte Hornets move on from this thought-to-be franchise cornerstone?

Trae Young's injury is a hammer blow for the Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks are facing a stretch without Trae Young in their rotation.

Bulls receive hammer blow with latest injury news

Patrick Williams has been ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Darvin Ham's reason for Lakers' blowout loss doesn't hold water

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, 110-128. 

Former MVP candidate who has been out of NBA for years says he could improve the Celtics

He believes his presence alone would be enough to elevate the Celtics to another level.

Coby White just said what everyone is thinking about the Celtics

White's comments should be seen as a warning to the rest of the NBA.

Celtics star hopes MVP voters will 'understand the dynamic of our team'

The Celtics have the best record in the NBA. It makes sense that his name is being floated around in the MVP discussion. 

Four-time All-Star accepts end of NBA career

DeMarcus Cousins has accepted that his time in the NBA is over. The former All-Star big man told HoopsHype's Cyro Asseo that he's accepted his days in the league are over.

Kyle Lowry understands his role with the 76ers

Kyle Lowry joined the Philadelphia 76ers on Feb. 14 after agreeing a contract buyout with the Charlotte Hornets.