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Payton Pritchard Sharpens Isolation Skills in Summer Grind
The Celtics bench standout builds on his league-leading efficiency through intense offseason sessions against hungry defenders.
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Isolation Efficiency Stands Out
Pritchard posted a 58.6 percent effective field goal rate on isolation plays last season, topping the league. He averaged 1.30 points per possession at the midpoint of the 2025-26 campaign on at least 100 possessions. His full-season mark of 1.11 points per possession ranked third overall. Those figures placed him ahead of several prominent names despite his role coming off the bench for most games, including 50 starts.
Daily Repetitions Build Edge
Workouts occur three times a week in humid high school gyms without air conditioning. Pritchard completes roughly 150 possessions each session, cycling through spots on the floor against rotating defenders from lower divisions and overseas. If his shooting dips below 60 percent, the group receives meals on his tab. Sessions begin around 6:45 in the morning and run close to two hours, with extra towels needed during heat waves that pushed indoor temperatures to 120 degrees.
Foundations From Early Challenges
The routine traces back to high school sessions against an established pro, where Pritchard absorbed repeated losses yet returned for more. Boston relied on him during stretches that included a 3-1 series advantage in one postseason matchup. His approach emphasizes volume and mental review to maintain an advantage in one-on-one situations as the team looks to improve its standing.
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