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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

Chris Jericho fires back at WWE after head-to-head ratings battle

Regardless of the ratings, wrestling fans are winning, and that's what matters most. 

Steve Clifford reveals Hornets' high expectations for LaMelo Ball

Can Ball stay healthy and live up to Clifford's sky-high expectations?

Tobias Harris shares high expectations for rising 76ers star

The upcoming season is shaping up to be a breakout year for Tyrese Maxey. After what we saw last season, it's safe to say he's ready to make the leap. 

Rockets-Thunder trade could be the end for Kevin Porter Jr.

From the moment Porter Jr. was traded by Cleveland ahead of his sophomore year, there was a reputation attached to him. Add his current legal issues to the situation, and his future in the NBA looks bleak, at best.

Adam Copeland already 'upset' following an AEW promo

Adam Copeland has been in AEW for less than a month. The WWE Hall of Famer has had one in-ring match so far. However, AEW has quickly utilized Copeland's mic skills, throwing him into multiple promos.

Nuggets GM's decision to trade Bones Hyland has paid off

Calvin Booth doesn't like single-skill specialists. The Denver Nuggets GM prefers players to be multi-faceted, especially in the standard skillset for their position.

Kurt Angle makes shocking revelation over his final years with WWE

Angle's status as an all-time great is unquestionable. That's what makes his admission over his producer role such a shock.

Vince Russo casts doubt over Cody Rhodes' ability to lead WWE

Cody Rhodes is one of the most popular wrestlers on the planet. "The American Nightmare" is the quintessential babyface. 

Rudy Gobert questions New York Knicks treatment of Evan Fournier

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert stepped to the defense of New York Knicks forward Evan Fournier, who seems to have fallen out of complete favor with head coach Tom Thibodeau.

Heat didn't think this All-Star was an improvement over Tyler Herro

Miami spent the summer pining after Damian Lillard. They failed to secure their All-Star target. Lillard is now with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Former Denver Nuggets star puts ESPN on blast in expletive-laden rant

Former Denver Nuggets star Kenyon Martin absolutely trashed ESPN for their ranking of Russell Westbrook.

Kendrick Perkins compares Victor Wembanyama to two-time NBA champion

Wembanyama is already impressive. Teams will want to shut him down early when the games matter.

Ceiling, floor for the Washington Wizards: The rebuild begins

The Washington Wizards hit the reset button earlier this summer, trading away stars Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis to embark on a youth movement. How will it play out this season?

Ceiling, floor for the Charlotte Hornets: Another season on the periphery

The recipe for a disaster season is already in place. A bad start to the season could be the accelerant that's needed to send the Hornets spiraling.

Ceiling, floor for the Sacramento Kings: A deeper postseason run is in reach

The Sacramento Kings ended a 16-year playoff drought last season before losing to the Golden State Warriors in the opening round. 

Tony Khan claps back at insider's claim AEW is 'cold'

On Oct. 10, highly respected wrestling insider David Meltzer claimed that AEW was cold. By that, he means they're losing traction with their fanbase.

Ceiling, floor for the Portland Trail Blazers: Success is not on the menu

The Portland Trail Blazers have hit the reset button this summer; the next few years will be geared toward internal development and asset acquisition. 

Ceiling, floor for the Denver Nuggets: Another championship is in reach

The Denver Nuggets will defend their 2023 NBA championship in the upcoming season.  Defending an NBA championship is a tough task. Teams around the NBA have improved their rosters this summer.

Hornets beleaguered big man makes shocking trade request

Kai Jones has requested a trade from the Charlotte Hornets. The 22-year-old center is currently away from the team due to 'personal reasons.'  According to a statement released by the Hornets, there isn't a timetable for Jones' return.

Three NBA teams that could surprise this season

Every year, one or two NBA teams make a surprise run. Sometimes, that surprise can lead to an unlikely playoff place. Other times, it's the first sign of an upcoming young roster ready to take the next step.

Ceiling, floor for the Detroit Pistons: Still a few years away

The Detroit Pistons young roster could take some serious strides forward this season, but the team is not quite ready to compete seriously in the Eastern Conference.

Celtics make final decision on Payton Pritchard's long-term future

Payton Pritchard has signed a four-year, $30 million deal with the Boston Celtics. The 6-foot-1 guard was entering the final year of his current deal. Pritchard has been with the Celtics since being drafted with the 26th pick in 2020.

Ceiling, floor for the Cleveland Cavaliers: Another step forward

The Cleveland Cavaliers have steadily been building toward contention since LeBron James left the franchise in 2018. 

Ceiling, floor for Philadelphia 76ers: A wasted season for Joel Embiid

The Philadelphia 76ers will struggle to contend for a championship as currently constructed. 

Spurs star vows to 'be in there fighting' for Victor Wembanyama

Wembanyama will need enforcers around him. Luckily, his teammates seem more than willing to accept the challenge.