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Celtics Secure Payton Pritchard With New Extension

PUBLISHED Oct 13, 2026, 7:29 PM ET

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Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard has signed a fully guaranteed four‑year, thirty‑million‑dollar extension, solidifying his role as a key scoring spark. The deal, announced on October eighth, 2023, follows a career‑high season where he averaged career‑best points and helped the team reach the NBA Finals in both twenty‑twenty‑two and twenty‑twenty‑four. The extension secures his salary for the twenty‑twenty‑six‑twenty‑seven season at seven‑point‑eight million dollars, ensuring stability for the franchise’s salary cap planning. With this contract, Pritchard becomes a cornerstone of the Celtics’ future, allowing the organization to build around a proven playmaker while maintaining financial flexibility.

By Marcus E. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2020 — Pritchard drafted 26th overall by Celtics in 2020 NBA draft
2022 — Celtics reach NBA Finals with Pritchard scoring key points
On October 8 2023 Pritchard signs four‑year, thirty‑million extension with Celtics.
2024 — Extension covers 2024‑2027 seasons, includes thirty‑million guaranteed
2026 — Pritchard’s 2026‑27 salary set at seven‑point‑eight million dollars

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