Payton Pritchard is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Boston Celtics of the NBA. Pritchard has experienced success from a very young age. He won four straight state titles with West Linn High School while winning the 2014 and 2015 Todd Pratt Player of the Year.
As a sophomore, Pritchard was named to the second-team all-conference for the Pac-12. He was also a finalist for the Naismith Trophy in his senior year. Pritchard finished his high school career averaging 22 points and 5.8 assists as a junior and 23.6 points, 6.8 assists, and 3.1 steals as a senior. Pritchard was a consensus four-star recruit and decided to stay home, committing to the Oregon Ducks.
In his freshman season, Pritchard played in 39 games, averaging 7.4 points and 3.6 assists a game. Oregon Ducks had a stellar season as they made the Final Four for the first time ever in the NCAA tournament. Pritchard slowly worked his way up the ladder for the Ducks and by his junior season, he was one of the centrepieces of the team.
Pritchard finished the season averaging 12.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists a game while also leading the Ducks to an improbable Pac-12 championship. In his junior season, the Oregon Ducks were eliminated in the Sweet 16.
By the time his senior season rolled around, Pritchard was one of the best players in the country averaging 20.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.5 assists a game. He was also named the Pac-12 Player of the Year. Pritchard was a consensus All-American selection and was given the Bob Cousy Award as the nation’s best point guard.
Pritchard was selected as the 36th overall pick by the Boston Celtics in the 2020 NBA draft. Pritchard signed a four-year rookie deal worth $10.5 million.
Who are Payton Pritchard’s parents?
Payton Pritchard was born to Mellisa Pritchard and Terry Pritchard. They have both been avid supporters of Pritchard ever since high school and always ensure to have a front-row seat to witness their son’s success.
Who is Payton Pritchard’s mother?
Payton Pritchard’s mother is Mellisa Pritchard. There is little to no information available right now about Mellisa Pritchard.
Who is Payton Pritchard’s father?
Payton Pritchard’s father is Terry Pritchard who played football for Oklahoma. Pritchard almost committed to Oklahoma to follow in his father’s footsteps but then decided to commit to Oregon instead.
What is Payton Pritchard’s nationality?
Payton Pritchard’s nationality is American and he is believed to have Caucasian descent.
FAQ's on Payton Pritchard Parents
A. Payton Pritchard played for the University of Oregon
A. Pritchard is set to earn $4,037,278 million for the 2023/24 season.
A. Payton Pritchard is from the United States of America.
A. Payton Pritchard is currently 25 years of age, as of March 2024