Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard delivered an outstanding 2024-25 season, achieving career-high averages of 14.3 points on 47.2% shooting and 40.7% from three-point range. His stellar performance over 77 games earned him the coveted Sixth Man of the Year award, a testament to his crucial role off the bench. Furthermore, he was also honored as the Celtics' Most Improved Player. With star player Jayson Tatum expected to miss a substantial portion of the upcoming season due to an Achilles injury, Pritchard’s role will likely expand significantly.

As the Celtics prepare for the next NBA season, eyes are on Pritchard to step up as a pivotal player. The team, despite a second-round playoff exit against the New York Knicks, sees potential in Pritchard, who may also contend for the Sharpshooter of the Year award given his impressive three-point shooting percentage. The Celtics will look to build around their depth and Pritchard’s emerging talent as they navigate the season without Tatum.