Derrick White 1-on-1: Shooting Slump, Trades, & Being Pushed Into a Leadership Role

Derrick White reveals what really caused his shooting slump and reflects on a shifting Boston Celtics roster. Can his renewed confidence and evolving leadership help stabilize the locker room as Jaylen Brown departs and new faces like Paul George and Mitchell Robinson arrive? John Karalis of Celtics On SI sits down one-on-one with White in this bonus episode to unpack last season’s shooting woes, Joe Mazzulla's coaching approach, and the mental toll of constant trade rumors. The conversation explores how White’s role alongside Jayson Tatum could change Boston’s pick-and-roll game, the nuances of playing off-ball with weapons like Mitchell Robinson, and the looming pressure of the NBA’s second apron rules. Can White’s steady hand keep the Celtics focused as the trade deadline nears and player movement looms over TD Garden?