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Pritchard's Playmaking Shines in Celtics Preseason Win
16 Oct
Summary
- Pritchard recorded 11 assists and zero turnovers against the Hornets.
- He recently signed a two-year, $44.2 million contract extension.
- Pritchard aims to be a consistent facilitator, averaging four assists.
Payton Pritchard demonstrated strong playmaking abilities during the Boston Celtics' preseason game on Wednesday, contributing 11 assists without a turnover in their 114-93 win against the Charlotte Hornets. Although his shooting was off, finishing 3-of-13, his facilitation skills were a key focus.
This impactful performance comes shortly after Pritchard agreed to a two-year, $44.2 million contract extension, solidifying his future with the Celtics. He is building on a career-best 2025-26 season, where he averaged 17.0 points, 5.2 assists, and 3.9 rebounds.
Pritchard is now looking to enhance his role as a facilitator, with a target of averaging four assists per game this season. His dual threat of scoring and assisting provides valuable offensive options for head coach Joe Mazzulla, especially as the team prepares for the regular season.
