What happened: Jayson Tatum drove the lane for a dunk during Boston's game on NBC and Peacock, bringing his night to 18 points and counting. The NBA's account described him as hyped after the slam.
Why it matters: Tatum is averaging 27.1 points, 6.0 rebounds and 7.8 assists in 2026-27 through nine games. The dunk came a night after Boston met Philadelphia, where Paul George scored 36 against his former team and the Celtics took the East's top spot.
By the numbers: Tatum, 2026-27 through nine games: 27.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 7.8 assists per game.
What to watch: Boston next plays after its stretch atop the East, with Tatum's scoring pace the number to track.