Celtics guard Derrick White joins All-Defensive First Team for first time
Derrick White of the Boston Celtics has been named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team for the first time in his career. He led all guards with 98 blocks during the 2025-26 season, marking one of the best defensive performances in NBA history. White's selection highlights his significant contributions on defense, despite some inconsistency in his offensive game.
- ▪Derrick White recorded 98 blocks, the eighth-most by a guard in a single NBA season.
- ▪He previously made two All-Defensive Second Teams in the last three years.
- ▪White is one of only 17 players in Celtics history to be named to an All-Defensive Team.
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