Boston Celtics, Payton Pritchard

Boston Celtics Payton Pritchard takes issue with being called a bad defender
He might not be Victor Wembanyama on the basketball court when he is defending opposing players, but backup Boston Celtics combo guard Payton Pritchard takes issue with those among us who suggest that the the University of Oregon alum is not a good defender.
Payton Pritchard thinks some opponents better think twice before trying to keep pace with Celtics’ 3-point barrage
ORLANDO — The impact of Payton Pritchard on this year’s Celtics team has been perhaps the biggest surprise. The fourth-year guard is a frontrunner for the Sixth Man of the Year award, and has become a fan favorite because of his ability to hit threes in bunches.
Payton Pritchard: Celtics will continue to shoot threes because they’re ‘the best’ at it
The Massachusetts club is the most frequent at these attempts, leading the NBA with a historically prolific 51.3 attempts per contest. However, it’s not only about shooting, it is also about precision, as the Celtics 18.8 made threes per game are the most converted this year, at 36.7%.
Payton Pritchard is taking over the NBA with the Boston Celtics
You do not need to be a fan of the Boston Celtics to be dialed in to the meteoric rise of backup Boston combo guard Payton Pritchard.
Celtics' Payton Pritchard: Quiet in loss
Pritchard finished with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes during Monday's 108-104 loss to the Magic. Pritchard was held to single-digit points for the second game in a row.
Ex-NBA player's Payton Pritchard admission will catch Celtics fans' attention
Payton Pritchard has been turning heads this season for the Celtics, and an ex-NBA player gave the guard his flowers.
Payton Pritchard is instant offense for the Celtics, but he also wants to be known as a good defender
His relentless full-court pressure on Sunday helped slow the Wizards, whose fast-paced attack appeared bothered by the obstacle.
Payton Pritchard is reaching new heights with the Boston Celtics
Payton Pritchard is reaching new heights with the Boston Celtics so far this season. The the University of Oregon native has firmly taken the lead in the NBA's race for the 2025 Sixth Man of the Year award, and has even begun to insert himself into the thick of the race for the league's Most Improved Player award as well.
Celtics News: Payton Pritchard Reacts to Sixth Man of the Year Buzz
The Boston Celtics are arguably the best team in the NBA. They are loaded from top to bottom, and while their star players like Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum ar
Celtics' Payton Pritchard drops 'best' admission on Boston 3-point shooting
Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard could see teams not shooting as many 3-pointers, but that doesn't include his squad.
Celtics’ Payton Pritchard not focused on winning Sixth Man of the Year as Derrick White praises his hot start
Derrick White gave credit to Payton Pritchard, who has become the Sixth Man of the Year favorite. Read more on Boston.com.
Does Celtics' Payton Pritchard Have an All-Star Future Ahead of Him?
Boston Celtics reserve point guard Payton Pritchard has been enjoying a banner year in 2024-25. He's already a leading ...