The NBA Has A Payton Pritchard PROBLEM..

[@bulbangs]

pritchard works very very hard on his game. his work ethic is second to none. he deserves all the success. keep up the good work romp.

[@truthnotfeelings]

Payton is a story of hard work and a testament to the league He deserves his success and I pray it keeps going

[@cvgodd1432]

People don’t understand how dangerous this dude is now 😂. He’s such a deadly shooter now bro

[@TimeNap]

He backs dudes down i the post too. He can score around the basket like someone with a lot more size.

[@djwavy02]

6th man of the year 😈

[@bertandserieux1617]

By far

[@Elliott_hill2357]

Him or tre Mann

[@kurtbondoc9591]

@@Elliott_hill2357 I’m about to retaliate coz I thought you said Terance 😂

[@dii1314]

AND most improved player as well

[@topgunjoeicdbko]

No way he's mvp

[@Princessk8]

We love our guy Payton here in Boston. Even if he did nothing else, he's a Celtics legend for those buzzer-beaters in the Finals this past year. But we all know he's got years more of amazing basketball to go for us.

[@CaptainLumpyDog]

I cannot wait to see him grow and improve. Because his ceiling is CRAZY HIGH.

[@MrReymoclif714]

@@CaptainLumpyDogThey give him a lot of minutes.

[@mikeygross8619]

As a Celtics fan, that clip of the Hornets broadcasters reaction was pure gold 😂

[@scaryterry1637]

Jrue Holiday said Pritchard is his least favorite player to guard in practice

[@TimeNap]

I love this Celtics team. They know that all that matters is winning and that's what they stay focused on.

[@MrReymoclif714]

Telling you a lot!

[@Nomah1979]

Last year he averaged 24 pts 9 assists and 5 boards in games he started so yes he could start for some NBA teams .. According to Jrue Holiday, the Cs run a drill in practice where the whole point is to stop Pritchard from scoring....because as Jrue put it "Payton is cold"

[@chumaifezue4896]

Real talk 🗣 💯

[@Mirristal]

I was saying he’s Steph Curry Jr ever since he JOINED the Celtics. It would piss me off that they wouldn’t give him minutes. Dude is finally getting the opportunities he deserves

[@pg13pacernation30]

PP always been nice

[@timothycorcoran3613]

True but now hes let that dog out in him!!!

[@Strategic_Reformer]

And they still got Horford coming off the bench, Queta is capable, and Sam when hes playing good is also good. Boston has 9 starters, its not fair 😂

[@Ironfangzu]

Queta has a pretty limited skill set on offense, but he's a true big who actually plays big. You can always tell when he's in there that he's a big physical presence. While Porzingis is still out, it's really important that the Celts have a guy like Queta who can step right in and handle the middle of the floor with his strength and length.

[@Strategic_Reformer]

@Ironfangzu definitely. I also feel he hasn't been utilized by the team to his full potential. I see multiple plays each game where he's open on the roll or has a clear lane to the hoop but doesn't get the pass, which is kinda dumb cause how can you miss him?

[@MrReymoclif714]

Queta seems to lack the INSTINCT to play above his size! I see him kicking out from almost directly below the basket.

[@ghostofmarcusg]

Its crazy because you didn't even talk about his rebounding! Look at his rebounding numbers, he collects rebounds like Pokemon.

[@Baylorbetterthanbrown]

It's not a development of Payton Pritchard he's been this way

[@DiosdadoBaniaga]

Pp is a killa

[@junglepitbull7043]

Pure killa......

[@spf-92.5]

Who’s better off the bench? I can’t really think of anybody.

[@Ironfangzu]

He looks kinda baby faced and he's not bulging with muscles. But that dude is here to drive a dagger in your heart with those 3's. This is a guy who's not gonna choke, because his mentality is indeed that of a stone cold killa.

[@danielpowers4787]

Shoulda showed the clip of Peyton’s 60 footer he made on opening night this year that didn’t count cuz it was a split second after the buzzer. If that counted, he would’ve made 3 half court shots over the span of like 5 games (2 in the finals, then that one opening night).

[@Jack-ms3so]

I enjoy watching him. Very underrated player.

[@roybarrows9733]

The crowd doesn't just erupt when he hits one of those big shots. There's an audible buzz in the stands in anticipation whenever he gets the ball in these situations. He is not only a terrific player, but he's downright fun to watch if you're a Cs fan. If you're rooting for the other team, not so much... He's the most fun-to-watch player since IT.

[@ryanteksten9287]

He’s I definitely not forgotten here in Boston… Everyone loves him and I think he’s gonna win 6th man this year.

[@cosmo1eleven855]

Payton Pritchard and the Oregon Ducks were good enough to win it all in March 2020 until the pandemic shut everything down.

[@bigmoneyshmoneymaker7697]

PP has turned into the new JJ Reddick lol. Love PP.

[@tomtalley2192]

Pritchard is better than Reddick. Pritchard can get his own shot, reddick couldn't, he was a spot up shooter.

[@cosmo1eleven855]

Pritchard better passer too

[@bigmoneyshmoneymaker7697]

@@tomtalley2192 eh idk… jj can do what PP is doing rn. He may have relied on spot ups but dude was getting 20 a game in Philly he can get his own buckets

[@bigmoneyshmoneymaker7697]

@@cosmo1eleven855 yea I think so too, more of a real point than JJ, can actually run the offense for the second squad if he needs to.

[@Ironfangzu]

Reddick is a good shot maker. But he can't be a floor general like PP. Plus PP is very creative and can get his own shots. He doesn't just run to an open spot and wait there. He often runs the offense when he's in there even at crunch time.

[@MikeJones-rk1un]

The disadvantages a taller player has can be exploited if you know how. PP does.

[@jirikurto3859]

The Celtics shouldn't get credit for the development of Payton Pritchard. He's a gymrat. I am an Oregon fan and I have watched him develop at every step. This is ALL Payton Pritchard.

[@Mirristal]

Yup, very true. If anything, the Celtics didn’t give him the minutes he deserved early on. I said from day 1 he was an amazing player and needed minutes. The casuals all hated because he’s “small” Anyone that’s only JUST NOW realizing pritchard is good is stupid

[@josephgomes8543]

Payton is a powerful, Valuable member of the Celtics Championship team! It' YOU guys who don't appreciate him, We, the FANS appreciate the hell out him!!

[@sillygooes001]

Favorite player on the Celtics 🍀🍀

[@declanpatrickmacmanus5416]

PP is like a clean shaven face, nice n smooth

[@peterfreeman3317]

Loved PP since day 1. So fundamentally sound.

[@Mirristal]

EXACTLY. Anyone with a good eye could see he has amazing fundamentals

[@rmsmith2396]

I notice you don't touch on defense, I am a Cs fan since the Bill russell days and I love Pritchard's game but as far as being a starter on any other team goes, I disagree. If you watched the Cleveland game, whoever Pritcherd was on, they would screen, get the switch, and just back him in and shoot over him. While he is a tenacious defender, he is still susceptible to his play against the post up. My opinion is that he is lucky to be on the perfect team for his abilities. If and when Porzingis gets healthy we will be seeing less of Pritchard, and that is a shame.

[@markhousman8447]

offensively gifted and polished - defensively he can be and is targeted - not his fault, he is 6'1"

[@Alex_Off-Beat]

It almost doesn’t even matter if he gets targeted though, since the Celtics have so many weapons

[@nthingtoofear]

Except given the chance, other teams don't. Even look at the Cav's game, they targeted Queta and him, and realized they couldn't get past him so pushed hard on Queta.

[@GurtonBuster07]

he can only be targeted by taller players and even then unlike garland and other small guards he's actually big enough to hold his own in the post he USED to be a liability not anymore.

[@melmartinez7002]

@@GurtonBuster07 Yeah, Payton may be "only" 6' 1", but he's built like a brick. He's very strong. Not Jrue Holiday strong (which is insane). But way stronger than most small 'quick guards'. Height also mainly matters when you get closer to the rim. It's much less of a factor out on the perimeter and for picking up the ball advance, which is where Payton plays most of his defense. Out there, foot speed and smarts on when to go over/under screens and switch or not is the most important thing.

[@RobB678-x7k]

Danny and brad knew what they had day 1

[@Ironfangzu]

As a Patriots fan who has watched the Pats management fumble the ball at every turn, I've been super appreciative that Danny and Brad has put us in the position we are in. They clearly know what they are doing, and they are doing it better than the management of other teams. I wish Brad could go run the Patriots for a few years. He surely wouldn't inherit a team that has a horrific, league worst offensive line, and 2 years later, we still have a league worst offensive line.

[@four_20hitman___97]

Great dude. Just doing his thing around town on the off days and you catch him shooting hoops at a small local park with a lone 10 yr old. No crowds or clout chasing. Just balling with a kid who will remember this day the rest of his life.

[@carolynbarr770]

That's PP,,,you better ask somebody!! 🏀🏀

[@alexwong2634]

love seeing pp get the recognition

[@enthused7591]

He's going to go down as one of the best 3-point shooters in history. He's super young still, takes a ton of 3's and has insane efficiency. He definitely crafts his game after Steph and Iverson.

[@menglongzzz]

Dude works hard like the Mamba❤

[@TheEcoSage]

1:37 Dude, I live in Boston.... NOBODY, and I mean NOBODY here with half a brain is forgetting about Pritchard. You go into Boston bars on game nights, and people are CONSTANTLY talking about him. Truthfully, I can't speak for everyone, but he definitely is known and LOVED by tons of people here. We know what he adds to the team.

[@michaelrobinstonemorales8256]

Reminds me of Mark Price

[@blckdominicanone1590]

If Krypto P played 30 minutes a night, he would average 25 a game. The guy is buckets but is so underrated because he’s behind so many talented guards. Tough as nails and ain’t scared to play defense and take on charges. Love watching him play.

[@Troy-o7n]

Every time I see him playing I think of the great pistol Pete reminds me of his playing abilities

[@peteraustin1481]

Celtic have a golden team plan.G.M. knows how to draft to where the team needs help. Eight starters are a huge plus.

[@michaelbis2148]

its the pritching hour

[@SpinningToWin]

Where's the petition to get Pritchard and Sam "Howitzer" Hauser in the 3 point contest? I'll sign in a heartbeat

[@Ssjangel3]

What's funny is people that don't know his game don't realize he's the real deal. They think that last year in the Finals that his half court shots were just some miracle when in reality he really is that dude.

[@Dr.StephenH2017]

Payton won't stay under the radar........ He's awesome! He'll kill the other team's momentum. Can be the dagger 🗡️ in their heart!

[@Ironfangzu]

If you are playing defense against the Celtics, Tatum needs to be double teamed. Brown needs to be double teamed. Both of these guys can beat single coverage off the dribble and end up with an easy layup or a dunk. Derek White is almost impossible to guard with one guy. He moves without the ball constantly, and if you lose sight of him for a second, he'll torch you. Holiday is only a slightly less dangerous threat by comparison. But he can hit the sideline corner 3 with the best of them, and he has a very physical low post game where he can overpower most guards. You have to do what you can to guard these guys, and so Pritchard is left semi-unguarded because you only have so many players on the floor. But, he's the Celtic's best 3 point shooter. What do you do on D?

[@OH_MY_DOGGG]

I traded for him in my 2k franchise mode and it was great.

[@danej7335]

I think 'real' nba fans do understand... I think the issue is that the media/announcers sensationalize the players that are easier to give attention.

[@scimbrelo]

when your bench players are like this, that is a team that wins rings

[@JD-hc1sr]

Guy can drop it in from anywhere on the court

[@JoeCupoff]

He's always been a dawg, but wasn't handed the keys. With KP out and Jrue resting out, they finally let him roll 🔥

[@Mirristal]

No, with marcus smart being traded. That was the key. They should’ve traded smart years earlier

[@nthingtoofear]

PP with that BDE!

[@R.C_msj]

He is a Raptors killer. As a Raps fan... I know all about it lol.

[@RandomAxeOfKindness]

If Pritchard works on his passing game a little more, he's Boston's Steve Nash.

[@willread8376]

Oh yes, the college Vet!! Bro is the lightskinned steph Curry!

[@kevinmartin1197]

When are we going to start the narrative that it’s because of Tatum and browns play styles that it allows these guys to shine?

[@MelaninDrip00]

Finally some pp respect it be funny how he cooks every team 😂

[@marway99]

the next stephen curry! payton!

[@BeardVsTheWorldUK1]

Well done. I’m amazed at how he can grab offensive rebounds. That being said ….”trick-shotter…?” Nope. C’mon man, you’re better than that.

[@ratstar4102]

DIdnt you guys notice he moves like Tony Parker

[@bulbangs]

so true bruh!

[@MrReymoclif714]

Pritchard is a WORKHORSE of incredible proportions!

[@paulcline9027]

I've played with people like PP before. You think he's no problem, get cooked for 3 quarters, still think you got this, lose the game. They're SO annoying to play against😂

[@cant_trust]

should've gotten more time his earlier seasons ngl but the celtics were guard loaded

[@Mirristal]

Marcus smart really screwed this team for years

[@carlfredb]

I haven't been watching, how is his defense?

[@drjcup3228]

PP is a killer.

[@chatmoon_yt]

Crypto P to the moon

[@CaptainLumpyDog]

If you don’t love Payton, you don’t love ball.

[@SuperDudson]

Push-offs are now "high IQ." I wish they were simply illegal.

[@jojowaterloo]

Go Ducks!!!

[@gabagrisagris7637]

white Andre Miller

[@thomaslinton5765]

WHY "UNFAIR"?

[@christianwitness]

I saw J. Tatum do a cheap shot on D. Mitchell; that was not called. I am done with following the very-privilaged Tatum; now to be known as " cheap shot"

[@b0s0x4ever]

Dude’s in the first year of a four year $30 million contract. Way underpaid. When they’re forced to break the team up, he’ll likely still be wearing Celtic green.

[@9716248]

NASTY P!!!!

[@charlesbarkely3021]

6th man easily

[@codyaucoin3412]

Good Lord some of these courts are ugly AF

[@SP_The_Parrot]

Sooooo the NBA has a PP Problem?

[@jameshelring9944]

PP is John Havlicek ll. simple great 6th man to start hall of famer after that

[@Brotherman7]

Pro3lem...

[@elijahwoods5326]

Last year the Celtics had 6 guys who could go for 20+ on any given night when fully healthy. Pritchard has now extended that to 7, if anyone still wants Boston at this point I question your sanity

[@tylorwithanoEUC]

I tuned out when you said he could start for every other team in the league. Such an ignorant statement your opinions are voided 😂

[@kyojin7750]

Since when is a cheap push off considered high IQ? Any scrub can do that! In any other league, that's a warding offensive foul.That BS only happens with the trash rulings of the NBA. Be better!

[@cvgodd1432]

😂 keep crying about a push off. Everyone does it. As long as you don’t extend it’s not called

[@kyojin7750]

@@cvgodd1432 Being critical is not the same as whining. How do you even push off without extending an arm? You've been fanboying too much and not playing real games. That nonsense don't fly in any organized competition. Unless you're a Bronny James, then you can do that crap in the NBA all you want.

[@ratstar4102]

Im a Raptors fan but I believe you are the one of those losers who keep on crying that the league is so soft and yet complaining a push off? LMAO ..... Push offs have been used by generations of great players Kobe, Lebron, MJ, AI and majority of the league ....Maybe you have to sign a petition to put some pockets on their jersey and put hands inside the pocket so those players cant do a push off Hahahahahha .....Keep crying until you get old while we Basketball fans enjoy and you stay miserable complaining everyday about push offs etc.! We are happy that you are feeding negative energy to yourself for the rest of your life! PLease dont stop complaining! Do it!

[@tomtalley2192]

He learned that move from Luka in the Finals!

[@GurtonBuster07]

@@kyojin7750 everybody does it, stop crying you should be aiming your complaints to the NBA referees.