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Justin Quinn

The brilliance of Derrick White with the Boston Celtics and being a winning NBA player

Derrick White impacts winning through defense, hustle, and leadership beyond just scoring for the Boston Celtics. White’s sharp mind and experience make him an elite defender, and he navigates screens expertly, cuts off driving angles, anticipates passes and protects the rim surprisingly well for a guard.

The Colorado native sprints down the court with purpose, never giving up on a play like some players do. His communication and effort lift the intensity of the whole Celtics defense. Offensively, White makes winning plays like solid screens, smart cuts and timely passes. He knocks down open shots to provide spacing. White is unselfish and focused fully on what the team needs in each possession, not padding his stats.

The hosts of the “True Hoop TV” podcasts recently weighed in on what makes White such an invaluable player to Boston.

Check it out above!

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ

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