"Celtics Dominate Bulls in In-Season Tournament Showdown"

The Boston Celtics secured their spot in the quarterfinals of the NBA's In-Season Tournament with a 27-point blowout win over the Chicago Bulls. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla initially didn't feel obligated to win by a certain amount but changed his mind after being informed of the point differential needed to advance. Mazzulla kept his starters in the game and had a conversation with Bulls coach Billy Donovan to explain the situation. Boston continued to dominate and Mazzulla prioritized player safety, deciding not to risk injuries once the lead was comfortable.