Pritchard's Masterclass Fuels Celtics' Blowout Over Bulls
Payton Pritchard ignited a blistering bench performance, powering the Boston Celtics to a resounding 134-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden.
In this regular-season clash, the Celtics, now 2-1, asserted control early, holding a 12-point lead at halftime and extending it to a commanding 30 points entering the fourth quarter. Boston's dominance truly surged in the third, where they outscored Chicago 39-21 to decisively put the game out of reach.
The Celtics' depth proved overwhelming, with their bench contributing a staggering 79 points compared to the Bulls' 33. Pritchard, coming off the bench, spearheaded the charge with 28 points and 4 assists, complemented by Jayson Tatum's 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists. Despite Norman Powell's 20 points and 4 steals, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 39% from the field.
This decisive win solidifies Boston's early standing in the Eastern Conference, while the Bulls' struggles continue with a 1-3 record.