The Eastern Conference All-Star reserves have been announced, and Boston Celtics guard Derrick White is not one of them.
Plenty of people have argued in recent days that White should be an All-Star, including Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown, who was named an All-Star starter last week.
White has been a reliable cornerstone for the Celtics through the first half of the 2025-26 NBA season. Entering Sunday, White had appeared in 46 games, all as a starter, averaging 34.1 minutes per contest. His scoring has climbed to 17.2 points per game, a solid increase from prior seasons, while he contributes 4.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.5 blocks.
White’s field goal percentage sits at 39.1%, with 32.2% from three-point range on nearly nine attempts per game, and an impressive 89.0% from the free-throw line.
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White’s all-around impact remains evident on both ends of the floor. His defensive presence continues to anchor the Celtics’ backcourt, with strong block and steal numbers that reflect his instincts and versatility. Offensively, he has shown playmaking growth, dishing out assists consistently while stepping up as a scorer amid team adjustments.
White has played in nearly every game, providing stability for a Celtics team holding a 31-18 record as the season progresses toward the All-Star break. His steady production and two-way reliability make him a key factor in Boston’s pursuit of another strong postseason run, and he’s undeniably one of the best two-way guards in the sport.
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