Payton Pritchard Wins 2024-25 NBA Sixth Man Of The Year Award

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard has been named the 2024-25 NBA Sixth Man of the Year, solidifying his role as one of the league’s most impactful reserves. The 27-year-old player received 82 out of 100 first-place votes, showcasing his dominance in the sport, outplacing finalists like Malik Beasley.

Payton Pritchard redefined the role of reserve players this season, averaging a total of career-high 14.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Despite starring in only three games, he logged 28.4 minutes per contest. His 255 three-pointers ranked fifth in the NBA and second in the Boston Celtics. 

Payton Pritchard’s journey to the award

Payton Pritchard’s journey to this award was marked by early-season challenges. He sought a trade due to limited playing time but remained with Boston after a four-year contract. His dedication has paid its dividend as he won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award.

Payton Pritchard also became the fifth Boston Celtics player to win the prestigious award, joining an elite group of players. He shared his excitement on winning as he said, “I feel like every year, you get a little bit better. So I hope that… I’ve gotten better than I was last year,” before receiving the award. 

He also acknowledged the fact that he still needs improvement in some areas and said, “I feel like that’s probably another area of growth I’ve had, too. Mentally… you might be like, ‘Oh, I’m not playing as much tonight.’ But instead… once you get your opportunity, you just take full advantage of it and don’t look back.”

The Boston Celtics also celebrated Payton Pritchard’s achievement and took to their social media account and wrote, “NO DOUBT ABOUT IT ☘️ Congrats, Payton Pritchard”

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