Payton Pritchard Shines as Boston Celtics Overcome Slow Start Can the Boston Celtics maintain their momentum despite early-game struggles? Payton Pritchard's impressive 17-point first-half performance off the bench has positioned him as a standout reserve in the league this season. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum's explosive 23-point second half led the Celtics to a nice road win. Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal examines the team's recurring slow starts, the big games from Jrue Holiday and Derrick White, and the brewing tension between Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Also, words for the officials after a controversial no-call on a Tatum 3-pointer.