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Payton Pritchard Shines as Sixth Man
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- May 31, 2026
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- 72
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Summary
Payton Pritchard exploded onto the scene this past season, earning Sixth Man of the Year honors while stepping into the scoring void left by Jayson Tatum’s absence. averaging 17 points, nearly 4 rebounds, and over 5 assists per game while shooting an absurd 46% from the field and 38% from deep — and nailing 89% of his free throws. This wasn’t luck — it was a culmination of years of growth and seizing his moment. The Celtics’ YouTube channel even dropped a highlight reel proving just how vital he became. A true breakout year for a player who proved he’s more than just a bench spark. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/620d086d55e27e3e