Tag: Payton Pritchard

Brad Stevens Refuses Limits as Celtics Push for East No. 2 Seed

Brad Stevens
April 2026

Brad Stevens says he will not place a ceiling on the Celtics as Boston closes in on the No. 2 seed in the East. Despite preseason doubts after Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury and major departures, the team has remained a genuine championship threat. Stevens credited Jaylen Brown’s career-best season, Tatum’s strong return, and Joe Mazzulla’s coaching staff for the Celtics’ rise. He also pointed to major development from role players like Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Neemias Queta, Sam Hauser and Baylor Scheierman in sustaining Boston’s push.

Tatum Says He Feels Back After Season-High Night for Celtics

Jayson Tatum
March 2026

Jayson Tatum said it would not be crazy to say he feels back after delivering 32 points in Boston’s win over Charlotte. The outing was his best since returning from an Achilles injury and included another milestone as he reached 14,000 career points. Tatum scored efficiently, hit five threes and said he felt more decisive and explosive than in his previous game. Boston improved to 9-2 since his return, while the scoring landmark underlined how quickly he has resumed elite production after a demanding rehabilitation.

Payton Pritchard Wins Sixth Man of the Year After Stellar Season for Celtics

Payton Pritchard (Boston Celtics)
April 2025

Payton Pritchard has been named the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year, averaging 14.3 points on 40.7% 3-point shooting while energizing Boston’s bench during their title defense.
Once on the fringe of the rotation, Pritchard embraced his role off the bench, appearing in all 80 games and averaging over 28 minutes per night. He earned 82 of 100 first-place votes.

Celtics’ Payton Pritchard Unfazed by Magic’s Physical Play

Payton Pritchard (Boston Celtics)
April 2025

Celtics guard Payton Pritchard said the Magic’s physical approach won’t intimidate Boston or derail their playoff goals.
Pritchard acknowledged the hard foul on Tatum but reaffirmed the team’s focus. He emphasized that Boston remains locked in and undeterred by the intensity.

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