Payton Pritchard: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

What the Boston Celtics’ are saying after first 0-3 start since 2013-14

For the first time since the 2013-14 season, the Boston Celtics have opened their campaign with three straight losses. Their latest setback, a 119-113 defeat to the Detroit Pistons on Sunday, has left the team searching for answers and perspective after a surprisingly sluggish start.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 23

10 takeaways from a slow and sloppy start against Phily

Last season with the bench unit — especially with Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, and Luke Kornet — the Celtics ran a lot of Spain pick-and-rolls to generate rim attempts and open threes.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20

Jaylen Brown’s leadership role will determine the Celtics' season

When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles during the Eastern Conference semifinals, it appeared the contention window for the Boston Celtics' slammed shut.

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NBA News / CelticsBlog / October 17

Payton Pritchard and Aaron Nesmith are teaming up (again)

BOSTON — Payton Pritchard and Aaron Nesmith were both drafted in the first round by the Celtics in 2020. Today, more than five years later, the duo is

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 11

NBA Champ Reveals He Rejected Suns Offer Before Draft

Payton Pritchard was nearly a member of the Phoenix Suns. Flashback to 2019, where Pritchard declared for the NBA Draft after a strong few years at Oregon.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / October 10

Payton Pritchard claims Boston Celtics have an amazing catch-and-shoot star, ‘I love watching…’

Payton Pritchard gave praise to one of his Boston Celtics teammates for being one of the best shooters in the NBA. The Boston Celtics are going to need all their players to step up and deliver for them next season, as they grapple with Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury.

Payton Pritchard Says Sabrina Ionescu Changed Oregon Women’s Culture, Even Cafeteria Ladies Roasted the Men’s Team

Payton Pritchard had the privilege of playing college basketball at the same time as one of the most influential stars in the sport’s history, Sabrina Ionescu.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / October 7

Celtics Are Counting on Pritchard, Simons’ Defense

Despite the offseason departure of Jrue Holiday, the Boston Celtics remain in good hands at point guard. Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons bring plenty of offensive firepower to the position.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 7

Celtics Notes: Payton Pritchard Calls Out Thunder, Path to Keeping Al Horford Revealed, More

Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard took a shot at the Oklahoma City Thunder, who won the NBA Championship in the 2024-25 season. “When you see OKC and them win the championship, they got away with a lot of hands, fouls, a lot of physicality.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 5

Payton Pritchard suggests OKC Thunder ‘got away with’ fouls and physicality in NBA playoffs

Payton Pritchard seems to harbor some animosity toward the team that usurped the Boston Celtics as NBA champions this season. The Oklahoma City Thunder steamrolled through the entire league en route to winning their first NBA championship in June.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / October 5

'Been A War Out There' – Payton Pritchard On Being Bloodied During Celtics Training Camp

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard had a noticeable gash on the side of his neck when he spoke to the media after practice on Saturday. When asked about the wound, Pritchard revealed he got it on Friday and that the Celtics’ training camp has been quite physical.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 1

Celtics’ Payton Pritchard Makes Bold Prediction on Jayson Tatum Future

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard made a bold claim regarding teammate Jayson Tatum's recovery from his Achilles injury. During media day for the Celtics,

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Joe Mazzulla Bothered by Boston Reporter’s Payton Pritchard Query Amid Multiple Trade Rumors

Joe Mazzulla’s coaching philosophies aren’t that simple. With Jrue Holiday out, he’s reportedly willing to trust Payton Pritchard, the reigning Sixth Man of the Year, to take care of playmaking.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / September 28

Payton Pritchard’s warning to Boston Celtics over Al Horford shows what Golden State Warriors have gained

The Golden State Warriors finally made roster additions after a quiet offseason. The Warriors reportedly agreed to a multi-year deal bringing Al Horford to the Bay Area as their projected starting center.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 28

Celtics Notes: Anfernee Simons Trade Rumors, Payton Pritchard Linked to Rockets, Jayson Tatum Returning?

Boston Celtics guard Anfernee Simons has emerged as a potential trade target after Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet suffered a major injury. VanVleet will miss the upcoming season with an ACL tear, leaving the Rockets short at the guard position.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 26

Celtics Star Payton Pritchard Makes Unexpected List Ahead of Season

The Boston Celtics are going to have three new starters this season. Out are Jrue Holiday and Kristapos Porzingis for salary cap reasons, and Jayson Tatum remains injured.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / August 15

Celtics intend to change Payton Pritchard's role

Celtics guard Payton Pritchard won the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award in 2024-25.

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Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

Report: Celtics plotting 1 surprise move for next season

The 2025-26 season may end up as an experimental year for the Boston Celtics. The Celtics are planning to move veteran guard Payton Pritchard from the bench to the starting lineup next season, Grant Afseth of FastbreakJournal.com reported this week.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14