With a 140-88 victory over the Golden State Warriors, the Boston Celtics solidified their place as the NBA’s best club for the season. For Celtics standout Jayson Tatum, this victory was a unique birthday present. After the game, Tatum voiced his delight: “It’s up there. What a wonderful birthday. I got to do what I love in front of the world’s most devoted fans and win,” while spending the remainder of the day with my family.

Tatum was instrumental in the Celtics’ victory, scoring 27 points, three rebounds, five assists, and one steal. He shot an impressive 9-13 from the field, including 4-5 from beyond the arc and a perfect 5-5 from the free throw line. This outstanding effort earned Tatum his fifth consecutive All-Star appearance and propelled him into the MVP contention.