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Derrick White to Replace Kawhi Leonard on Team USA for Paris Olympics, per Report

Derrick White Kawhi Leonard Team USA Report United States Paris Olympics Olympics Olympics Peter Casey Steve Kerr
Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) handles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports | Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports

On Wednesday, Team USA announced that Kawhi Leonard was withdrawing from the 2024 Paris Olympics. It didn't take much time for reports to emerge regarding who would replace the former Defensive Player of the Year.

Marc J. Spears reported for Andscape that Boston Celtics star role player Derrick White would be tabbed to replace Leonard on Team USA. White had a career year for the reigning champs, averaging 15.2 points, 5.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game. The decision was confirmed shortly thereafter by Team USA.

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