When speaking to the media after the game, Jayson Tatum praised Pritchard's fearlessness and exceptional offensive talent. The All-Star forward also threw his support behind Pritchard's early push for Sixth Man of the Year candidacy.

Payton Pritchard is emerging as one of the most important players within the Boston Celtics rotation. The Oregon Ducks product has gone from strength to strength since entering the NBA as the 26th overall pick in 2020.

Pritchard finished 10-for-16 from the field (7-for-11 from three) with seven rebounds on Friday. The post Payton Pritchard catches fire as Celtics beat Bulls, give themselves a Cup chance: 5 takeaways appeared first on Boston.