Celtics' Payton Pritchard passes Ray Allen on all-time 3-pointers list

Pritchard moves up to 6th on the Celtics' franchise leaderboard during blowout win over Warriors

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard surpassed NBA legend Ray Allen on the franchise's all-time 3-pointers made list during a blowout victory over the Golden State Warriors. Pritchard entered the game needing just one 3-pointer to tie Allen's mark of 798, and he accomplished the feat in the lopsided contest at Chase Center in San Francisco.

Why it matters

Pritchard has emerged as a key offensive weapon for the Celtics, especially with star forward Jayson Tatum sidelined due to injury. Passing Allen, one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, is a significant milestone for the 28-year-old Pritchard, who has played his entire career so far in Boston.

The details

Pritchard, a former Oregon standout, has developed into a reliable scorer and 3-point threat for the Celtics. Through 53 games this season, he is averaging a career-high 17.2 points per game while knocking down 2.6 3-pointers per contest. With increased playing time due to Tatum's absence, Pritchard has seized the opportunity and continued to make his mark in the Celtics' record books.

  • Pritchard entered the Warriors game on February 20, 2026 with 797 career 3-pointers made as a Celtic.
  • Pritchard tied Ray Allen's franchise record of 798 3-pointers during the blowout win over the Warriors on February 20, 2026.

The players

Payton Pritchard

A 28-year-old guard who has played his entire NBA career with the Boston Celtics. He is having a career-best season in 2025-26, averaging 17.2 points and 2.6 3-pointers per game.

Ray Allen

A former Celtics star and one of the greatest 3-point shooters in NBA history. He held the franchise record for 3-pointers made with 798 until Pritchard surpassed him on February 20, 2026.

Jayson Tatum

The Celtics' star forward who is currently sidelined with an injury, leading to increased playing time and opportunities for Pritchard to shine.

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What they’re saying

“Payton Pritchard moves up a notch on the Celtics' all-time 3-pointers list amid a blowout Thursday against the Warriors.”

— Rexwell Villas, Author (clutchpoints.com)

What’s next

Pritchard will look to continue climbing the Celtics' all-time 3-pointers made leaderboard, with Marcus Smart (911 3-pointers) and Paul Pierce (1,823) still ahead of him.

The takeaway

Payton Pritchard's milestone of passing Ray Allen on the Celtics' all-time 3-pointers list showcases his development into a reliable scoring threat for the team, especially with Jayson Tatum sidelined. Pritchard's consistent production has helped the Celtics remain one of the top teams in the NBA despite key injuries.