Payton Pritchard Wins Red Auerbach Award

0:00It's April 11th, this is Boston Celtics News Today Team News powered by AI. The Boston Celtics just handed their 2026 Red Hourback Award to Point Guard Peyton, Pritchard, right there at mid-court before tip-off. Against the New Orleans Pelicans, team President Rich Gotham and basketball-ops head Brad Stevens made the presentation honoring Pritchard for capturing that true Celtic vibe on and off the floor. This award goes back to 2006, named after the legend Arnold Red Hourback, the coach, GM, and President who build dynasties. It's all about players or coaches who grind with heart, putting team first through top-notch play and character. Folks around the league see Pritchard's rise as pure fire. His steady growth, toughness, selflessness, and killer work ethic have earned him mad. Respect from teammates and staff, he's the kind of pro who shows up every day with purpose, locking and trust across the board. Over the years, it's gone to icons like Paul Pierce Twice, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen,

1:04Jason Tatum, Jalen Brown, and last year's Juru Holiday, making. This a badge of elite company for Pritchard. With his nod, Pritchard's locked in as a cornerstone, boosting the C's chemistry as they chase another ring, keep an eye on how he elevates the squad from here.