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Starting for Smart Pritchard will start Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Celtics play-by-plan man Sean Grande reports.

Impact Marcus Smart (illness) will not play, so Pritchard will slide into the lineup at point guard for his first start of the season. For the most part, Pritchard has been on the fringes of the Celtics' rotation this season, taking a backseat to Derrick White and offseason addition Malcolm Brogdon. The Oregon product should be set for a tangible increase in minutes Wednesday, making him a decent, low-cost DFS target.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

His Celtics role lessened, Payton Pritchard is controlling what he can control - The Boston Globe The arrival of Malcolm Brogdon has pushed the third-year guard down the rotation, but Pritchard is making an impact where he can.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

How Celtics' Blake Griffin, Payton Pritchard go way back to Oklahoma recruiting days Blake Griffin and Payton Pritchard go way back, and now they share an NBA locker room.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Why Celtics' Payton Pritchard has earned 'microwave' scorer role off bench When Payton Pritchard and Luke Kornet checked into the win over the Kings, the Celtics' fortunes immediately changed.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Celtics' Payton Pritchard and Luke Kornet come off bench to turn close game into a rout "They’re true professionals, always stay ready. And they gave us the boost of energy that we needed," Jayson Tatum said.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tatum scores 30; Celtics pull away from Kings, 122-104

Jayson Tatum scored 30 points and the NBA-best Boston Celtics pulled away from the Sacramento Kings for a 122-104 victory

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Derrick White, Payton Pritchard are Celtics' ultimate luxury for guard depth The Celtics had neither Malcolm Brogdon or Marcus Smart, but they still blew out the Hawks.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Celtics claim 8th straight win, beat Hawks 126-101

Jaylen Brown scored 22 points to lead a balanced Boston attack and the East-leading Celtics stretched their winning streak to eight with a 126-101 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Payton Pritchard was waiting for his opportunity. When it arrived, he seized the moment. - The Boston Globe With Malcolm Brogdon sidelined for the last four games, Pritchard has stepped in and provided a loud reminder of his capabilities.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

The Top 5 Plays from Monday's Celtics-Thunder Game Headlining the Top five plays from Monday’s Celtics-Thunder game are Payton Pritchard’s buzzer beater and a pair of critical field goals in...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

The Top 5 Plays from Monday's Celtics-Thunder Game Headlining the Top five plays from Monday’s Celtics-Thunder game are Payton Pritchard’s buzzer beater and a pair of critical field goals in...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Smart helps Celtics beat Thunder for 7th straight win

Marcus Smart scored 20 of his 22 points in the second half, and the Boston Celtics beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 126-122 for their seventh straight win

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Posts efficient shooting night Pritchard finished with 11 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one steal across 16 minutes during Friday's 131-112 win over the Nuggets.

Impact Pritchard has recently re-entered the fold for the Celtics, seeing action the last two games after failing to see the court in the previous four. He's been given an opportunity to play in each of his last two contests, shooting a combined 7-for-12 from the field while collecting eight total rebounds and an assist in 24 minutes. However, he could see his recent playing time diminish once Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) is cleared to return, which could happen over the weekend.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 34, Celtics beat Nuggets for 5th straight win

Jayson Tatum had 34 points, eight rebounds and five assists and the Boston Celtics extended their season-best win streak to five games by beating the Denver Nuggets 131-112

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Celtics Reportedly Make Decision On Payton Pritchard's Contract Situation Payton Pritchard isn’t going anywhere. The Boston Celtics reportedly picked up young point guard Payton Pritchard’s fourth-year team option...

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Celtics stock watch: Jayson Tatum, Sam Hauser shine, Payton Pritchard buried on bench The Celtics have one of the most potent offenses in the NBA but the team's roster holes are starting to show.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Celtics Mailbag: Payton Pritchard future, Luke Kornet role, starting lineup tweaks With Payton Pritchard out of the Celtics rotation to start the season, would the team be better off using him as trade bait?

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Anunoby scores 32, Raptors beat Celtics in overtime 137-134

OG Anunoby scored 32 points and Scottie Barnes added 25 as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Boston Celtics in 137-134 in overtime in Montreal

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Robinson scores 29 as Heat beat Grizzlies 111-108

Duncan Robinson scored 29 points to lead the Miami Heat to a 111-108 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Celtics Mailbag: Mfiondu Kabengele emerging, Sam Hauser impact, Payton Pritchard trade? The Celtics may have found a pair of surprising contributors during training camp.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

James scores 23 points, but not enough as Suns defeat Lakers

LeBron James flashed his midseason form, scoring 23 points in 18 minutes before the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-115

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Payton Pritchard Suffered Embarrassing Moment At Celtics Summer League Game Payton Pritchard was the victim of a pretty embarrassing moment at the Boston Celtics' first exhibition game of the summer.

JULY 11, 2022 • NESN.COM

Payton Pritchard: 'TD Garden is the craziest arena, to have that on our side is unbelievable' Enjoy the full Payton Pritchard interview tonight on Sky Sports: Watch Warriors @ Celtics – Game 6, live on SS Arena & Main Event, on Thursd...

JUNE 16, 2022 • SKY.COM

Celtics or Warriors: Who wins Game 6 of the NBA Finals?

Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe predict the winner of Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

Celtics or Warriors: Who wins Game 6 of the NBA Finals?

Analysis: Celtics in 2022 have parallels to Warriors in 2015

When the Golden State Warriors look at the tape of Game 1 of the NBA Finals, they’ll see both the present and the past

JUNE 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS