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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

Three reasons why Brandon Miller will shine with the Hornets

On June 22, the Charlotte Hornets used their second overall draft pick to acquire Brandon Miller. With LaMelo Ball already on the team's roster, it would appear Mitch Kupchak valued the Crimson Tide product's positional fit and potential upside. With all that being said, here are three reasons why Brandon Miller will shine with the Hornets. 

Three reasons why Kristaps Porzingis is a good fit for the Boston Celtics

Three reasons why new Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis should be a perfect fit in Beantown.

Boston's Marcus Smart trade was a necessary evil

A quick scroll through Twitter, and you will find a Celtics fanbase that is distraught. Not only did the team trade away its emotional leader, but in return received a potential one-year rental with a significant injury history.

Victor Wembanyama will need time to shine

Victor Wembanyama is the hottest basketball prospect on Earth. Not since LeBron James have we seen a player enter the NBA to as much fanfare. 

JJ Redick has hilarious response to Victor Wembanyama comments

Wembanyama joined Redick's podcast ahead of the NBA Draft and left the former NBA sharpshooter stunned with his response to a question, eliciting a funny reaction from Redick.

Blazers preparing 'compelling package' for Heat All-Star

According to Yahoo Sports Jake Fischer, the Portland Trail Blazers are preparing a significant trade offer for Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo.

Report: Wizards not rushing to move Chris Paul

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Washington Wizards are not 'in a hurry' to make a decision on Chris Paul's future.

Stephen A. Smith calls for Knicks to replace Tom Thibodeau with NBA champion

Tom Thibodeau has done a solid job as the Knicks head coach. During Thibodeau's tenure, the Knickerbockers have developed into a genuine playoff-level team. However, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith believes now should be the time for New York to look for an upgrade.

Report: Wizards want 12-time All-Star in Bradley Beal trade

According to Bleacher Report's Chris Haynes, Washington has already laid out their trade demands to the Suns, should they wish to firm up their interest with an offer. 

JJ Redick makes bold claim about Warriors star Draymond Green

Unfortunately for Green, his stock has fallen this year after he endured a tumultuous 2022-23 NBA season.

JJ Redick takes strong stance on All-Star guard's current situation

Damian Lillard's future with the Portland Trail Blazers is a hot topic right now. Lillard has shown remarkable patience with Portland's front office in recent years. However, that patience could be wearing thin. 

Detroit Pistons stock up, stock down

While the Detroit Pistons have some young studs who are seeing their stock go up, others haven't been faring as well.

Houston Rockets stock up, stock down

As the Rockets look to shift gears back towards contention, here are two players who appear poised to help that transition and two who may find themselves on their way out.

Indiana Pacers stock up, stock down

The Indiana Pacers have acquired numerous young talents in recent seasons and look to be firmly on the right track to future contention. Here a four Pacers who have either seen their stock rise or fall this season.

Memphis Grizzlies stock up, stock down

A first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers ensured the Memphis Grizzlies had a season to forget. The team dealt with multiple problems, most notably star guard Ja Morant's suspension and Steven Adams' absence for more than half the season because of injuries.

Los Angeles Lakers stock up, stock down

Here's a look at four Lakers players whose stock is either rising or falling heading into another key offseason for the franchise.