Payton Pritchard Sets NBA Record for Three-Pointers Off the Bench
The Celtics guard broke Wayne Ellington's 2017-18 record with his 219th three-pointer in a standout Sixth Man season.
- Payton Pritchard hit his 219th three-pointer off the bench during the Celtics' 115-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, breaking Wayne Ellington's NBA record of 218 set in the 2017-18 season.
- Pritchard has 14 games remaining in the regular season to extend his record, with his current total standing at 220 three-pointers.
- The guard is averaging career highs this season, including 14.1 points per game and shooting 41.8% from beyond the arc, making him the leading candidate for the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award.
- Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla and teammates praised Pritchard's defensive versatility and impact, noting his ability to guard both on-ball and off-ball players effectively.
- Boston, sitting at 49-19, remains a strong title contender with Pritchard's elite shooting off the bench adding to their depth and offensive firepower.