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.
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.
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 candidate for Sixth Man of the Year honor
Celtics coach unveils one of Payton Pritchard’s ‘biggest strength’
Payton Pritchard is making a push for some NBA awards as his strong start to the season has continued a third into the season.
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,
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
‘We’ve got to be better’: Is Celtics’ slump cause for concern?
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Celtics hit season’s first 2-game skid in Christmas Day loss to 76ers
As a dangerous January schedule looms, Boston hasn't been playing up to its standard recently, falling 4 games out of first ...
Da Silva’s late 3 preserves Magic’s 108-104 comeback win over Tatum-less Celtics
Tristan da Silva scored 18 points and made a critical 3-pointer with 9.9 seconds left, and the Orlando Magic rallied from a ...
Joe Mazzulla, Jaylen Brown furious with officiating during Celtics loss to Bulls
Both Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown were furious with the officiating in Thursday night's Boston Celtics loss to the Chicago ...
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The Celtics losing to the 76ers makes sense. That’s the problem.
Sometimes, the Celtics have a fluke loss you have to dismiss. But this wasn’t that, and it has me worrying about cracks in ...
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Mikal Bridges helps Knicks hold off Spurs 117-114
Mikal Bridges outdueled Victor Wembanyama in the fourth quarter Wednesday afternoon, when Bridges scored 15 points in the ...