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.
15 minutes of Payton Pritchard's Sixth Man of the Year-worthy play with the Boston Celtics
The the University of Oregon alum has launched himself to the front of the race for the NBA's 2025 Sixth Man of the Year award.
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 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.
Celtics Payton Pritchard Drops Unfiltered Message For Armchair 3-Point Critics
The Boston Celtics won the 2023-2024 NBA championship by relying on the 3-point shot. The Celtics led the NBA in 3-point attempts and 3-points shots made while placing second in 3-point shooting percentage.
Bothered by critics, Payton Pritchard sets ambitious goal after latest Celtics win
But head coach Joe Mazzulla has repeatedly praised Pritchard for how much he’s improved as an on-ball defender. The 26-year-old is on pace to record nearly 80 steals this season, which would double his current career high of 39.
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.
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.
Payton Pritchard has become one of NBA's elite 3-point shooters with the Boston Celtics
Backup Boston Celtics combo guard Payton Pritchard has become one of the NBA's elite 3-point shooters this season. So far, his offensive transformation as a nearly limitless threat from beyond the arc has transformed the the University of Oregon alum into not only the leading 2025 Sixth Man of the Year candidate,
Payton Pritchard is having a remarkable season coming off the bench. Is he Sixth Man of the Year material?
Pritchard leads the league in bench scoring and is having a breakout season after making a splash from three in the 2024 ...
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.
Can Payton Pritchard close games for the Boston Celtics?
In order for him to get that honor, he would need to eclipse the case for one of Jrue Holiday or Derrick White, which seems ...