Derrick White named to NBA All-Defensive second team
The Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball alums are still alive in the NBA playoffs. Well, at least Derrick White is with the Boston Celtics.
Moreover, White was named to the NBA All-Defensive second team on Tuesday for the first time in his career. White was the leading vote-getter on the second team, which also includes Draymond Green, OG Anunoby, Bam Adebayo and Dillon Brooks.
White has emerged as a key piece once again for Boston, averaging 12.4 points per game with 3.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists during the regular season. However, his defense has been a massive reason why he keeps earning heavy minutes, and he’s averaging just north of 28 minutes a game while playing all 82 regular season contests.
Derrick White lands on his first All-Defense team. He was top vote-getter on second team. pic.twitter.com/7rZtO3xQCh
— Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) May 9, 2023
White was an easy choice to make the team, and his performance in the playoffs so far has been outstanding as well. White is also the NBA’s leading shot blocker among all guards, which is quite the feat. His highlight reel is fun to watch as well.
Derrick White, 2nd Team All-Defense.
Excellent recognition for an incredible player.
pic.twitter.com/RteSjYZZnn— Pull up shoot (@NElGHT_) May 9, 2023
Unfortunately, the Celtics lost the game on Tuesday night, and the Philadelphia 76ers now hold a 3-2 series lead with a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals on the line.
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