After a disappointing 4‑point, 1‑for‑5 night off the bench against the New York Knicks, Payton Pritchard rebounded spectacularly with 28 points on 10‑16 shooting in a 134‑99 win over the Chicago Bulls the next game. The guard blamed his Knicks slump on a lack of aggression and vowed to attack the paint more often. Pritchard, who recently signed a two‑year, $44.2 million extension, has historically struggled in October, shooting just 38.7% from the field, but typically bounces back in November with efficiency above 45%. He emphasizes pace and effort as his biggest contributions to the Celtics.
The Chicago Bears entered their 2026 season with high hopes for tight end Cole Kmet. But those plans have been tarnished, as Kmet has suffered a season-ending knee injury. With 10 catches for 87 yards and a touchdown prior to the injury, the tight end’s numbers may not have jumped off the page. However, his [...]
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The Chicago White Sox were still searching for their first victory when Miguel Vargas returned to Miami on March 30. The Cuba-born infielder calls the city home and had dozens of family members and friends in attendance at loanDepot park. He gave them plenty to celebrate. Vargas opened the scoring with an RBI single in […]
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The Boston Celtics dominate the Chicago Bulls 134-99 in their first "Gino Time" win, showcasing a 27‑point three‑point edge and superior possession play. Payton Pritchard erupts for 19 points in the third quarter, hitting 5‑for‑5 from deep, while rookie Hugo Gonzalez adds 13 points, 5 rebounds and a +34 plus‑minus in 24 minutes. Boston outrebounds Chicago 19‑14, forces 24 turnovers for 39 points and wins the fast‑break battle 17‑9. The Bulls, a rebuilding squad under new coach Tiago Splitter, struggle with a 22.6% three‑point rate despite a high‑pace offense. The Celtics next host the Brooklyn Nets at 7:30 p.m. EST.
Payton Pritchard's explosive third quarter against the Bulls showed how the Boston Celtics can stay dominant even with Jayson Tatum on the bench.
The Chicago Bears enter Monday Night Football as three‑point underdogs against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. While both clubs sort out injuries, the buzz centers on trade‑deadline speculation and the Bears’ ongoing mockery of the Packers. A throwback photo recalls Seattle’s 38‑14 victory at Soldier Field in 2011. Opening odds favor Seattle, and analysts note all four NFC North teams claim Super Bowl aspirations despite evident flaws.
The Patriots fell to 4‑3 after a Thursday night loss to the Bears, but the injury report brings relief. Only safety Kevin Byard III and defensive tackle Christian Barmore left the field briefly—Byard missed four snaps due to a shoulder issue and returned, while Barmore exited after a hand injury on a late fourth‑quarter sack and is expected to be fine, according to Coach Mike Vrabel. Both players practiced on Monday, and guard Ben Brown also rejoined practice, signaling a healthier roster ahead of the Week 8 clash with the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium (Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET).
Payton Pritchard lives up to Allen Iverson’s “coldest white boy” compliment with a 28‑point burst against the Chicago Bulls on Oct. 26, 2026. After Jayson Tatum fouled out, Pritchard ignited a 31‑11 run, scoring 19 points in the third quarter on 7‑8 shooting (5‑5 from three) and finishing 28‑4‑2 on 10‑16 overall. Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla praised his all‑around impact, while Pritchard credits grueling early‑morning workouts in a sweltering Cape Cod gym. The performance, highlighted by a step‑back three over Buddy Hield, underscores his rising status as Boston’s go‑to iso scorer.
The blog compares the Orioles' recent resurgence to the White Sox’s rapid turnaround after back‑to‑back 100‑loss seasons. While Baltimore bounced back from a 110‑loss 2021 to a 101‑win AL East title in 2023, the White Sox vaulted into the 2026 playoffs thanks to a strong draft (Sean Burke, Davis Martin, Noah Schultz, Grant Taylor, Sam Antonacci, Colson Montgomery), a blockbuster trade with Boston that yielded Kyle Teel, Chase Meidroth and Braden Montgomery, and acquisitions like Miguel Vargas and Munetaka Murakami. The article also addresses fan‑acknowledgment etiquette, noting that Orioles players still tip caps occasionally.
The Patriots fall 30-24 to the Bears on Thursday Night Football, snapping a three‑game streak and dropping them out of the AFC playoff spots for Week 7. New England slides to 4‑2, staying second in the AFC East behind the 5‑1 Bills, but now sits a 1.5‑game gap. In the wider conference, the loss pushes the Patriots from fifth to ninth place, behind the Chiefs, Bills, Jaguars, Browns, Broncos, Steelers and Ravens. To re‑enter the postseason picture they must rely on other results, including the Ravens‑Bengals clash on Sunday.
There has been plenty to talk about through the first few games of the Boston Celtics' season. A disappointing loss to the Detroit Pistons on Opening Day. A big-time bounce-back win over the New York Knicks. And on Monday, a blowout win over the Chicago Bulls.
Payton Pritchard scored 19 in the third quarter on 5-for-5 from three, and the Celtics ran away from the Bulls 134-99 at TD Garden for Chicago's second straight third-quarter collapse.
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The Boston Celtics dominated the Chicago Bulls 134-99 after Payton Pritchard exploded in the third quarter on Monday night. Pritchard dropped 28 points along with five of his triples, Jayson Tatum had 23 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, while Paul George added 16 points for Boston, which outscored the Bulls 39-21 in the third […]
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Payton Pritchard has played alongside plenty of talented teammates with the Boston Celtics, but Mike Conley Jr. has quickly earned a special place in his eyes. After powering Boston to a 134-99 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at TD Garden, Pritchard went out of his way to praise the 20-year veteran, who […]
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Rookie goaltender Michal Postava earns his first NHL start by stopping the Edmonton Oilers 4‑3 in a shootout on Oct. 26, 2026. Detroit’s defense limits Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s attack through two periods, while Vasily Podzolkin scores the Red Wings’ opener. Viktor Arvidsson ties the game on a power‑play goal, Isaac Howard and Emmitt Finnie trade back‑to‑back goals, and a late deflection by Colton Dach gives Oilers the lead. Dylan Larkin nets the tying goal with under two minutes left, forcing overtime, where Postava stays perfect as Raymond scores the decisive shootout winner. Detroit heads home for a Oct. 29 showdown with the Chicago Blackhawks.
Caleb Williams recently found out that shoes can be costly. He was fined nearly $12,000 for wearing Caddix cleats during the Bears’ Week 6 game against the Atlanta Falcons. The NFL’s concern was the visible logo on his shoes, as Caddix is not an official league partner. Therefore, Caddix is now taking responsibility. CEO Jack […]
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The Garden Report reacts to the Celtics’ dominant 134-99 win over the Bulls, led by a huge night from Payton Pritchard and strong contributions throughout Boston’s rotation. The crew breaks down Pritchard’s breakout performance, Hugo Gonzalez’s growing role, the Celtics’ young wings and how Joe Mazzulla is managing his lineups early in the season. Then [...]
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Payton Pritchard has huge relief to have himself return to strong form after balling out in the Boston Celtics’ 134-99 blowout win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. Pritchard has been playing in the NBA since 2020, going through his seventh season with the Celtics. He made his way up the ranks to become […]
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Thursday Night Football hit a new Prime Video peak in Week 7 as the Patriots defeated the Bears, drawing an average 19.86 million viewers and a 21.72 million peak during the 9 PM ET slot. The game ranks as the most-watched TNF episode since the Broncos‑Chiefs Christmas clash (21.06 M) and beats the prior Week 7 record of 17.12 M set by the Seahawks‑49ers in 2015. All six TNF broadcasts on Prime this season have set multi‑year highs, lifting the series average to 17.71 M—up 12% from last year and the best average through Week 7 on record.
Celtics reporter Noa Dalzell recaps the team’s 134-99 win over the Chicago Bulls, headlined by a 28-point performance from Payton Pritchard, a 23-point, 7-rebound, 6-assist game from Jayson Tatum, and strong minutes from Hugo Gonzalez. Plus, how the Celtics managed minutes well on the first night of a back-to-back. 0:00 Intro 2:20 Payton Pritchard’s Breakout [...]
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In this October 27, 2026 entry, Bleed Cubbie Blue’s BCB After Dark invites fans to the virtual hangout where a recent poll showed 61% favor Nico Hoerner over Michael Busch for a bounce‑back 2027 season. The post notes the Cubs’ World Series loss and the Brewers’ championship run, then shifts to a Halloween‑themed jazz playlist and a deep dive into the 1959 Hammer horror film *The Mummy*, highlighting performances by Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee. While the article mixes baseball talk with classic film analysis, it offers a casual space for Cubs fans to discuss the team’s future, especially the prospect of changing the pitching coach.
Chicago Fire FC winger Philip Zinckernagel was encouraged by the versatility his side showcased in their weekend win over Atlanta United
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After two straight games against two of the best teams in the East last year, the Boston Celtics welcomed the Chicago Bulls to TD Garden. The Bulls, who were... not one of the best teams in the East.
The Boston Celtics destroyed the Chicago Bulls 134-99 on Monday night behind Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard.
The Seattle Mariners are set to interview two managerial candidates, Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler, in person this week, according to MLB.com. Both former coaches on the 2022 World Champion Astros staff, the 51‑year‑old Espada brings a résumé that includes managing the Astros and a stint with the Yankees, while the 36‑year‑old Kanzler, a former minor‑league hitting coordinator turned Cubs director of player development, represents a younger option. The club aims to decide by month’s end to rebuild its coaching staff after a turnover following last season’s ALCS run.