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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

Danny Green discusses the behind-the-scenes impact of being waived

Danny Green was recently waived by the Philadelphia 76ers and shared how it has affected him off the court.

Stephen A. Smith raises concerns over Bradley Beal's availability

Missing games isn't something new for Beal. He's missed at least 30 games in each of the last two seasons.

Bulls star rules out requesting a trade

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan isn't ready to request a trade at this point, despite the fact that there is no clear path to title contention in the Windy City this season.

Eddie Kingston opens up about CM Punk's release

Back in 2021, Kingston cut a promo with Punk, and it appeared to be setting up a feud between the two. As it turns out, there was already a real-life issue behind the scenes.

Vince Carter questions Clippers' decision to acquire James Harden

Vince Carter doesn't understand the need for the trade and questioned why the Clippers would add Harden.

Watch: Brian Windhorst gives hysterical advice to 'undefeated' James Harden

The mercurial guard has a chance to make history with the Clippers. Winning a championship is likely the only thing that makes this saga palatable.

Evan Fournier labels four-time champion as NBA's biggest trash talker

Draymond Green is a generational defensive talent. His role in the Golden State Warriors dynasty cannot be understated. However, Green is always a combative player who often utilizes the dark arts to gain an advantage on the court. Evan Fournier recently told Tidal League that Green is the biggest trash-talker in the NBA.

Stephen A. Smith clowns Dillon Brooks after Steph Curry destroys him

The question is, who will be the next player to be taken dancing by the Warriors star?

Shannon Sharpe shreds Anthony Davis: 'Do you understand what's expected?'

It's fair to hold a team's star players accountable when they struggle to perform. However, context matters too.

Lakers fan favorite brushes off recent Anthony Davis criticism

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has had his fair share of critics to start the 2023-24 season, but one franchise icon thinks the stats don't always do A.D. justice.

Ex-Celtics forward takes shot at his old team

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith still has a bone to pick with the Boston Celtics, even as he has seemingly improved his lot in the NBA since being traded.

Zach LaVine wants Bulls to figure things out

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine wants his team to find a way to gel. If they don't, trades could fly this winter.

Reported Clippers offer for Jrue Holiday fueling Sixers' desire for this player?

The Clippers reportedly included Terance Mann in a trade offer for Holiday. As far as the 76ers are concerned, L.A. will have to make Mann available in any potential trade for James Harden.

Report reveals reaction of 76ers to proposed Joel Embiid offer from Knicks

Philadelphia may not have taken New York's trade offer seriously, but if things don't change, the Sixers could find themselves having some lengthy conversations with the Knicks and other teams in the relatively near future. 

Former NBA star eviscerates 'scared' Ben Simmons

Simmons will never have a better chance to announce his return as an elite threat in the NBA than this season with the Nets. 

CM Punk rules out WWE comeback at Survivor Series

Fans across the globe have been hoping to see the star return at Survivor Series, but he confirmed his current hiatus in a recent interview on 670 The Score.

CM Punk calls for a wrestlers union, brands peers 'selfish and stupid'

The combative wrestler hasn't been on our TV screens since his appearance at AEW All Out, but CM Punk is still making headlines.

Nets teammate putting a lot of pressure on Ben Simmons

Veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie wants to see the All-Star version of Simmons. But can Simmons deliver?

Celtics owner pinpoints moment he decided to retool the roster

You don't get anywhere by playing it safe.

Sixers flex muscles with latest James Harden development

Harden has been doing a lot of ruffling himself over the past few months. It's about time the Sixers took a strong stance with him.

Victor Wembanyama receives Luka Doncic seal of approval ahead of matchup

Facing Doncic will be a tough first test. Doncic is an MVP-caliber player who has his own unique approach to the game.

Russell Westbrook eyeing MVP-caliber season for Clippers

Russell Westbrook has endured a difficult few years in the NBA. The 34-year-old has struggled to reach the level that saw him named the 2017 MVP. He is also two years removed from averaging a triple-double —something he's achieved four times in his career.  Westbrook still believes he can provide an elite-level impact.

Warriors veteran ruled out of season opener against the Suns

Green suffered an ankle sprain at the start of the Warriors training camp.