Payton Pritchard discusses contract extension with Celtics amidst eligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 9:12 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Payton Pritchard, now the second-longest-tenured player on the Boston Celtics after Jayson Tatum, addressed his contract situation on August 10, 2026. Pritchard stated he is not focused on signing an extension despite being eligible, emphasizing his commitment to improving as a player. He mentioned he has two years left on his current contract and sees no urgency in discussing an extension, indicating there will be time for that conversation in the upcoming season.
- •Payton Pritchard is eligible for a contract extension with the Celtics.
- •He is the second-longest-tenured player on the team.
- •Pritchard has two years remaining on his current contract.
- •He prioritizes personal improvement over contract discussions.
- 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Payton Pritchard on potential extension: 'I don't really think about it'
"Payton Pritchard on potential extension: 'I don't really think about it'
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