Talen Horton-Tucker

Before the 19,156 in attendance could even finish celebrating the opposite-end sequence that saw Boston survive a mad scramble and score, Talen Horton-Tucker was already in attack mode, forcing defenders to walk on eggshells. Initially subtle in what ultimately became a nifty misdirection dribble, the Chicago Bulls’ veteran guard leaves Jaden Springer in quicksand, carving out his path for a wide-open attack to the cup. One step ahead, as Al Horford prepares his protection of the rim, Horton-Tucker unleashes a behind-the-back pass to a cutting teammate, checking the final box required for a highlight sequence. Chicago’s feisty flurries on December 19, 2024 would soon get much worse for the Boston Celtics, with Horton-Tucker’s Bulls using a 35-22 finish to conquer the reigning champions, even as 14.5-point underdogs. Supporting his highlights with serviceable numbers, Horton-Tucker chipped in nine points, three rebounds, and one assist, helping guide a three-game winning streak.