Payton Pritchard News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

Scores 12 points Friday Pritchard tallied 12 points (4-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists and a steal across 23 minutes in Friday's 119-80 win over the Hornets.

Impact Pritchard made all four of his field goals from beyond the arc to snap a 0-for-12 drought from three in his previous three contests. Inconsistency has been Pritchard's biggest issue so far. He has failed to score more than 12 points in four straight games, but he's also surpassed the 25-point mark twice already. At the end of the day, while his ability to produce across multiple categories remains encouraging, Pritchard's fantasy outlook still depends on his perimeter shooting as his primary source of production.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Pritchard (eye) is available for Friday's game against the Hornets, Zack Cox of the Boston Heraldreports.

Impact Pritchard will shed his questionable tag ahead of this contest after leaving Wednesday's game early. As of Friday afternoon, there's been no mention of restrictions or any limitations health wise.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Pritchard (eye) is questionable for Friday against Charlotte, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Pritchard is day-to-day after leaving Wednesday's win over the Bucks early. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum (rest) has been cleared to return. Guys like Baylor Scheierman and Mike Conley could see more run if Pritchard is unable to give it a go.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

George and White leads Celtics past Bucks, 109-102

Paul George scored 25 points with five 3-pointers, leading the Boston Celtics to a 109-102 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Doesn't return Wednesday Pritchard exited Wednesday's 109-102 win over the Bucks and did not return due to a right eye abrasion, finishing with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-2 FT), five assists and one rebound acro...

Impact Pritchard was deemed questionable to return but never checked back in. He can be considered questionable for Friday's game at Charlotte, and if he's forced to miss time, Baylor Scheierman and Mike Conley would be candidates for increased playing time.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to return Wednesday Pritchard is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Bucks due to a right eye abrasion.

Impact Pritchard logged just over 18 minutes before heading back to the locker room with the eye injury. If he's unable to return in the final quarter, Baylor Scheierman would likely see increased playing time.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Pritchard (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Pritchard will shed his questionable tag due to a right shoulder contusion and keep his record of perfect attendance this season alive. The 28-year-old guard has been inconsistent on the offensive end through seven regular-season games, averaging 13.4 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 27.9 minutes per contest. He could see increased burn Wednesday in the absence of Jayson Tatum (rest).

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Pritchard is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Milwaukee due to a right shoulder contusion, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Pritchard's status is uncertain after he struggled in Monday's loss to Houston, finishing with four points on 0-for-7 shooting across 30 minutes. With Jayson Tatum (rest) also questionable and Devin Carter (illness) ruled out, Boston could be shorthanded Wednesday. Pritchard's availability should become clearer closer to tipoff.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Has tough shooting night Pritchard finished Monday's 109-93 loss to the Rockets with four points (0-7 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 30 minutes.

Impact Pritchard couldn't buy a basket, missing all seven of his field-goal attempts while finishing with a team-worst minus-17 rating. Despite the shooting struggles, he logged 30 minutes off the bench with Paul George (rest) unavailable, suggesting his role remains secure. Pritchard should have opportunities to bounce back, but his offensive inconsistency has been frustrating for fantasy managers.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Payton Pritchard struggles, Celtics run out of gas vs. Rockets: 8 takeaways Payton Pritchard struggles, Celtics run out of gas vs. Rockets: 8 takeaways

6 DAYS AGO • BOSTON.COM

Drops 30 points off bench Friday Pritchard had 30 points (9-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 125-111 win over the Bulls.

Impact Pritchard scored 20 of his game-high 30 points in the first half, which was a big reason why the Celtics entered the break with a 29-point lead. He did his scoring from all over the floor, and his nine made free throws were a career high. Pritchard's scoring production has been inconsistent over the first five games of the regular season, but he's the offensive spark plug that the Celtics rely on, especially when one of Jayson Tatum and Paul George is not on the floor.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Payton Pritchard Goes Nuclear and Paul George Continues To Impress with High-Level Defense

OCTOBER 31 • YOUTUBE

Payton Pritchard Gives Celtics A Scoring Spark The Bulls Can't Stop | Sporting News Payton Pritchard followed his 28-point performance against Chicago earlier in the week with a season-high 30 points Friday.

OCTOBER 31 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pritchard nets 30, Celtics ease past turnover-prone Bulls 125-111 in NBA Cup action

Payton Pritchard scored 30 points, and the Boston Celtics raced past the Chicago Bulls 125-111 in the NBA Cup opener for both teams

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Catches fire from deep Pritchard registered 28 points (10-16 FG, 7-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, four assists and two steals across 22 minutes during Monday's 134-99 victory over the Bulls.

Impact Pritchard caught fire from beyond the arc, connecting on seven three-pointers while leading Boston in scoring despite coming off the bench. The veteran guard was particularly effective during the third quarter, helping the Celtics pull away in a lopsided victory. Pritchard's explosive shooting ability gives him considerable fantasy upside, though his production could fluctuate depending on his playing time.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

What we learned from Celtics' blowout win over Bulls on Monday The Celtics blew out the Bulls on Monday with Payton Pritchard going for 28 points off the bench.

OCTOBER 27 • MASSLIVE.COM

Payton Pritchard EXPLODES for 19 points in 3rd quarter to lift Celtics to 134-99 win over Bulls

OCTOBER 27 • YOUTUBE

Payton Pritchard Makes More 3-Pointers in 1 Quarter Than Bulls Make in Entire Half

OCTOBER 27 • YOUTUBE

Pritchard scores 28 points and has red-hot 3rd quarter to carry Celtics to 134-99 rout over Bulls

Payton Pritchard made all five of his 3-point attempts during Boston’s big third quarter and finished with 28 points, to lead the Celtics to a 134-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls...

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Payton Pritchard Says Wife Emma Pritchard "Gets Recognized More Than Me"

OCTOBER 23 • YOUTUBE

Notches 17 points off bench Pritchard finished with 17 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 121-113 loss to Detroit.

Impact Pritchard matched Derrick White for Boston's second-highest scoring total despite coming off the bench. The guard generated much of his offense at the charity stripe, converting seven of eight attempts while committing zero turnovers. His 28-minute workload suggests he'll remain a significant part of the Celtics' backcourt rotation, although his limited playmaking in the opener was less encouraging for fantasy managers.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

NBA season tips off with Pistons rallying to beat Celtics 121-113, spoiling Paul George's debut

Javonte Green scored 19 points after not playing in the first half and Cade Cunningham finished with 22 points and eight assists, helping the Detroit Pistons come back and beat the...

OCTOBER 20 • Associated Press

Joe Mazzulla declares Payton Pritchard will be key to Jayson Tatum-led Celtics' success | Sporting News Coach Joe Mazzulla reveals a specific Payton Pritchard trait that will help the Celtics led by Jayson Tatum a lot.

OCTOBER 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Set to play Tuesday Pritchard (rest) is expected to play in Tuesday's game versus Detroit.

Impact Pritchard didn't play in Friday's 125-120 preseason overtime win over Philadelphia but is on track to be on the floor when the Celtics begin the 2026-27 campaign versus the Pistons. The 2020 No. 26 overall pick is coming off his best season in 2025-26, averaging 17.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 5.2 assists across 32.4 minutes per contest in 79 regular-season games, including 50 starts. With Jaylen Brown now in Philadelphia, there is room for Pritchard to take over as the No. 2 offensive option behind Jayson Tatum, giving him more than enough upside for fantasy managers.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Friday Pritchard (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Pritchard and the rest of Boston's regulars won't be available for the final exhibition but should be good to go for the regular-season opener against the Pistons on Tuesday. Pritchard provided seven points (3-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 11 assists and three rebounds over 29 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 114-93 preseason win over Charlotte.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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George and White leads Celtics past Bucks, 109-102

Pritchard nets 30, Celtics ease past turnover-prone Bulls 125-111 in NBA Cup action

Pritchard scores 28 points and has red-hot 3rd quarter to carry Celtics to 134-99 rout over Bulls

NBA season tips off with Pistons rallying to beat Celtics 121-113, spoiling Paul George's debut