Tommy Point

What is Tommy Point?


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An award given to an NBA player, usually a member of the Celtics, by Celtics color commentator Tommy Heinsohn (NBA Rookie of the Year 1956-57 for the Boston Celtics, NBA Hall of Fame Inductee 1986) for a great play that goes up and beyond the call of duty expected of the player. E.g. A steal, a blocked shot or great defensive play, etc.

Paul Pierce cuts through a few tough defenders to score 2 "That's a Tommy Point!"

Ricky Davis goes baseline to make a shot "Tommy Point for Ricky!"

Delonte West makes a hustle play that ends up saving the game "GIVE 'IM TEN THOUSAND TOMMY POINTS!!!"

See play, hustle, basketball, achievement, recognition, celtics


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