Payton Pritchard Explodes for 28 Points in Bounce-Back Win

Payton Pritchard bounced back from a quiet opener with a stellar 28-point performance in the Celtics' 134-99 win over the Bulls, shooting 10-of-16 overall and 7-of-10 from three-point range. Pritchard caught fire with 19 points in the third quarter alone, fueling a massive 31-11 run. Reflecting on his early-season struggles and need for greater aggression, Pritchard praised his own mindset shift and defensive contributions as Boston secured a dominant victory.