Payton Pritchard Says Celtics Need Nikola Vucevic as They Prepare for Strong Playoff Start

about 2 months ago

Payton Pritchard Says Celtics Need Nikola Vucevic as They Prepare for Strong Playoff Start

"We definitely need him and we’re lucky to have him," Pritchard said. He praised Vucevic's great game vs. Pelicans in which he dropped 14 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Pritchard added that luckily there is a week of practice and rest where Vucevic can ramp up and be fully ready for the playoffs after returning from injury recently.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Luke Kennard Says Playing With LeBron James Is a “Full-Circle” Moment After AAU Connection

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LeBron James Elaborates on “Seamless” Chemistry With Luke Kennard

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Luke Kennard Understands Why Lakers Are Being Underestimated, but Believes in LeBron James

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Stephen Curry Eyes Full Workload Before Warriors’ Play-In Push

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JJ Redick: Lakers Have Handled Doubt and Pressure Better Than Expected

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