Payton Pritchard Named 2025 NBA Sixth Man of the Year

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard wins the 2025 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award, dominating the vote with 82 first-place votes.

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard has been named the 2025 NBA Sixth Man of the Year, a testament to his outstanding performance as the league's best bench player. Pritchard dominated the voting, securing 82 out of 100 first-place votes, beating out Malik Beasley and Ty Jerome.

Pritchard's impressive stats include leading the league in points off the bench with 1,079 points and setting career highs in scoring with 14.3 points per game. He also showcased his exceptional shooting skills, making 255 three-pointers, the second-highest single-season total in Celtics franchise history and setting a record for most three-pointers made off the bench in NBA history.

The 2024-25 Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year is... Payton Pritchard!#NBAAwards | #KiaSixth | @Kia pic.twitter.com/AJrraJicox

— NBA (@NBA) April 22, 2025

As a key contributor to the Celtics' success, Pritchard provided a much-needed spark off the bench, particularly during games where his teammates, such as Jrue Holiday and Jaylen Brown, had off nights. His ability to score, pass, and defend has made him a well-rounded guard, and his impact on the team cannot be overstated.

Pritchard's Achievements:

• NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award: Received 82 first-place votes
• League Leader: Points off the bench (1,079)
• Career Highs: 14.3 points per game, 255 three-pointers made
• Record Holder: Most three-pointers made off the bench in NBA history

Payton Pritchard has won the 2024-25 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award 🏆

14.3 PPG | 3.5 APG | 47.2 FG%

All career-highs for the Celtics guard 🔥 pic.twitter.com/4iZCthnEnL

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 22, 2025

The Boston Celtics have a history of finding talented players, as evidenced by their selection of Pritchard with the 26th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. The team later signed him to a four-year, $30 million extension, securing his services through the 2027-2028 season.

A Celtics player has now won the award for the second time in three years, following Malcolm Brogdon's win after the 2022-2023 season. This marks the fifth time a Celtics player has received the honor in franchise history.

Payton Pritchard, the 2024-25 Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year!

☘️ Most 3PM in a season off the bench in NBA history (246)
☘️ Most PTS off the bench this season (1,079)@Kia | #KiaSixth pic.twitter.com/wZaDQXgDOd

— NBA (@NBA) April 22, 2025