Celtics evaluate Derrick White's role ahead of 2026 NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Boston Celtics face a pivotal offseason after trading Jaylen Brown, significantly affecting team dynamics. Derrick White, crucial to the team's performance, saw a drop in his shooting percentages last season. He has potential to turn things around, and the team hopes he improves in 2026. The Celtics are currently ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference by NBA's John Schuhmann, who highlights White's struggles with his shot as a key concern moving forward.
- •Celtics trading Jaylen Brown impacts team chemistry.
- •Derrick White experienced a significant drop in shooting percentages last season.
- •Boston is ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference preseason power rankings.
- •White's improvement is crucial for the Celtics' success in the upcoming season.
- •Team added Mitchell Robinson to help bolster their roster.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Derrick White question takes center stage in Celtics' early rankings
"A lot is riding on Boston Celtics star Derrick White in 2026.
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