Boston Celtics, Payton Pritchard contract: NBA star agrees to deal worth $30 million. Details here
Boston Celtics guard, has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $30 million. This fully guaranteed deal is set to commence at the beginning of the 2024-25 NBA season, according to a report from ESPN on Sunday.
During the previous season, the 25-year-old Pritchard averaged 5.6 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists across 48 games, with three starts.
Throughout his NBA career, spanning 185 games with nine starts, Pritchard has contributed averages of 6.6 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists. He was originally selected by the Boston Celtics as the 26th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, hailing from the University of Oregon.
Boston Celtics have a significant plan for Pritchard, positioning him as a crucial sixth man who will serve as the team's backup point guard.
Although Pritchard saw limited playing time last season, his three-year career statistics showcase his ability, with averages of 6.6 points and 1.7 assists per game, along with a 40 per cent success rate from beyond the arc (on two attempts per game). Hailing from the University of Oregon, Pritchard has proven to be a reliable asset coming off the bench, and the Celtics are now looking to maximize his contributions in this role.
FAQs
Q1. Has Payton Pritchard signed contract extension with Boston Celtics?
A1. Payton Pritchard has signed contract extension with Boston Celtics.
Q2. How much does the deal cost?
A2. The contract extension between Payton Pritchard, and the Boston Celtics guard worth $30 million.
