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Celtics' Payton Pritchard Reveals How He Handled Shooting Slump

After back-to-back rough shooting performances, Celtics guard Payton Pritchard came back to life Wednesday night in Boston's 131-95 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Celtics Face Crucial $2.4 Million Decision On Rising Forward This Summer

After playing a combined four minutes across three games in October, Boston Celtics forward Jordan Walsh has been making the most of his increase in play in the month of November.

Payton Pritchard News / The Predictors / November 13

Pritchard leads Celtics past short-handed Grizzlies in 131–95 rout

Payton Pritchard scored 24 points, dished out nine assists, and hit five 3-pointers as the Boston Celtics cruised to a 131–95 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night at TD Garden.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 13

10 Takeaways from a complete Celtics win over Memphis

First, our apologies for not getting out Ten Takeaways for the final two games of the road trip in Orlando and Philadelphia. We’ve got a “life first, blog second” motto here at CelticsBlog and so many of writers were busy over the holiday.

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Derrick White News / CelticsBlog / November 13

“It’s all part of the journey”: Derrick White patiently embraced his shooting slump — and finally broke out

It took a while for Derrick White to return to his on-brand self. White struggled to find his rhythm in his first 12 appearances this season. After leading

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 13

Celtics set several season-highs blowing out Grizzlies

Wednesday’s matchup between the Boston Celtics and Memphis Grizzlies ended up in a blowout fairly quickly, Boston going up by 21 just before the end of the first half.

Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / November 13

A haircut may have helped turn Payton Pritchard’s season around

BOSTON – Payton Pritchard had a tough couple of days of basketball. On Sunday against the Magic, the Celtics’ starting point guard tallied just 5 points

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 13

'He’s the Ultimate Competitor' – Boston Celtics Starter Draws Praise for Setting the Tone in Win Vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Following their 102-100 loss against the Philadelphia 76ers last Tuesday, the Boston Celtics returned to winning ways with a 131-95 rout of the Memphis Grizzlies at home last night.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Shaq ‘fools’ on Celtics’ Jaylen Brown for hair dye faux pas

Many expected them to struggle, but the Boston Celtics are doing relatively well amid their transition period. The main reason? Jaylen Brown. Brown has put the Celtics on his back in the absence of Jayson Tatum, and his solid all-around play has helped them keep in step with the other teams in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 12

Celtics sharp shooters help take down struggling Grizzlies

Payton Pritchard made five 3-pointers and scored a game-high 24 points to propel the Boston Celtics to a 131-95 victory over the visiting Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

Payton Pritchard News / NBA Analysis Network / November 13

Payton Pritchard called out for performances by former Celtics star, ‘I was wrong’

The Boston Celtics are trying to survive life without Jayson Tatum. The Boston Celtics superstar is expected to be out for the entire year due to a torn right Achilles tendon.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 12

Celtics crush Grizzlies 131-95 with five players in double figures

The Boston Celtics returned home to face off against the Grizzlies Wednesday night. Memphis came into the game with just four wins and off the back off a road loss to New York last night.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 12

Celtics Make Final Decision on Injured Rookie Hugo Gonzalez for Grizzlies Game

The Boston Celtics have made a final decision on the fate of injured rookie shooting guard/small forward Hugo Gonzalez ahead of their Wednesday night clash against the Memphis Grizzlies, the team's second game in as many nights.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 10

Celtics, 76ers set for Round 3 after pair of one-point games

If recent history is any indication, the visiting Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are destined for another close matchup Tuesday. This is already the third meeting this season between the Atlantic Division rivals.

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Payton Pritchard News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 10

Celtics Star Sends Clear Message on Next Goal After Career Season

The Boston Celtics likely didn't expect Payton Pritchard to eventually become their starting point guard when they drafted him in the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / November 10

Five Stats That Have Defined the Celtics’ Opening Month

The Celtics’ opening month has been a fascinating mix of grit, overachievement, and growing pains. Despite losing three key players from their 2024 championship team and missing franchise superstar Jayson Tatum, Boston remains competitive.

Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

Boston Celtics Edge Magic in a Nail-Biter Thanks to Late-Game Heroics 111-107

The air in Orlando’s Kia Center was thick with tension for the Boston Celtics, the kind you can only cut with a perfectly timed three-pointer. On a Sunday

Jaylen Brown News / The SportsRush / November 10

Gilbert Arenas Lauds Jaylen Brown for Silencing Doubters as Celtics’ Number 1 Option

When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles tendon in the 2025 ECSF against the New York Knicks, fears set in that the following campaign would be a painful affair.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 9

Celtics rally in fourth quarter to split two-game set in Orlando

A fourth-quarter run and late flurry of 3-pointers helped the Boston Celtics take the second leg in a pair of road games with the Orlando Magic, 111-107 on Sunday.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

3 overreactions to Celtics’ middling start to 2025-26 season

Following the first 10 games of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Boston Celtics are in the middle of the pack. By many metrics, their start has been average.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / November 9

Reviewing the 2026 Celtics through 10 games

We are 10 games into the 2025-2026 season, and the Celtics currently stand at 4-6, good for the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference. So far, the Celtics have played around expectations.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / November 9

Josh Minott: Brad Stevens’ Hidden Gem

Ten games into the season, the Boston Celtics find themselves sitting one spot outside of the play-in tournament at the 11th seed. Following the potential season-ending Achilles tear to Jayson Tatum, the Celtics entered the season with tempered expectations compared to recent years of championship aspirations.