Payton Pritchard
#11PG · Boston Celtics
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 415 | 10.3 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 45.4% | 39.0% | 86.3% |
| 2025-26 | 68 | 16.7 | 4.1 | 5.3 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 45.6% | 35.9% | 87.7% |
| 2024-25 | 11 | 11.9 | 2.3 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 45.5% | 40.3% | 82.4% |
| 2023-24 | 19 | 6.4 | 1.9 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 41.9% | 38.3% | 91.7% |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$15.0M
AAV
$5.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Payton Pritchard's contract with the Boston Celtics grades out as a good value contract, earning a B+ CVI grade. At $5.0M per year over 3 years, this is a role player contract. Payton's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Point Guards. At 28 years old, Payton is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. This contract should provide positive value over its duration if performance holds steady.
Performance Analysis
Payton Pritchard earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Point Guard. Across 415 career games, Payton has averaged 10.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game. Payton's strongest metric is FG% at 4542.6, compared to the NBA Point Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 3.0, below the Point Guard median of 5.0. Among 93 NBA Point Guards graded this season, Payton ranks 23rd in overall performance. Payton will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Boston Celtics.
Current Sentiment
Pritchard is experiencing a notable uptick in recognition for his steady, complementary play alongside Boston's stars. His recent performances against elite opponents have earned specific praise from teammates and analysts alike. Contract value appears reasonable at $5M annually given his reliable guard depth and improvement trajectory. The dominant narrative centers on whether he can sustain this elevated production level consistently moving forward. Fan sentiment leans cautiously optimistic; believers see a valuable role player finally getting deserved credit.
Transaction History
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