Jayson Tatum and the Celtics weren’t world-beaters on Sunday, but they didn’t have to be to beat the Wizards in a comfortable 112-98 win. Here are the takeaways. If you were watching Sunday’s game, you might have found yourself surprised to check the box score afterward and see that Tatum had 28 points.

Washington is deep in a rebuild, while Boston is firmly in championship contention. Sunday night’s 112-98 result highlighted that glaring disparity as the Payton Pritchard-led Celtics continued to make history.

Oregon Ducks Payton Pritchard recently became the first player in Boston Celtics franchise history to score 25+ points, 10+ assists and 5+ three-pointers made off the bench. The 2020 Pac-12 Conference Player of the Year has been one of the best reserves.

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The Celtics and the Wizards have shown up to the matchup, but their offenses sure haven't. The Celtics are way out in front with a 91-72 lead over the Wizards. If the Celtics keep playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 21-5 in no time.