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Payton Pritchard

Payton Michael Pritchard, born on January 28, 1998, is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. A standout at the University of Oregon, he earned second-team All-Pac-12 honors as a sophomore and was a finalist for the prestigious Naismith Trophy in his senior year. Selected 26th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Celtics, Pritchard quickly made an impact in the league. He showcased his skills during the Celtics’ playoff runs, contributing to their NBA Finals appearances in 2022 and 2024, where he played a vital role in securing the championship title in 2024.

 

Personal Information

Full Name: Payton Michael Pritchard

Date of Birth: January 28, 1998

Age: 26 years old

Birthplace: Tualatin, Oregon, U.S.

Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters)

Weight: 195 pounds (88 kilograms)

Position: Point guard / Shooting guard

High School: Attended West Linn High School in West Linn, Oregon

College: Played college basketball for the Oregon Ducks from 2016 to 2020

NBA Draft: Selected 26th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Boston Celtics

 

Player Stats

eason Points Per Game (PPG) Assists Per Game (APG) Field Goal Percentage (FG%)
2020-21 7.7 1.8 44.0%
2021-22 6.2 2.0 42.9%
2022-23 5.6 1.3 41.2%
2023-24 9.6 3.4 46.8%
Career 7.4 1.8 44.4%