Derrick White said he has been playing with more joy lately, and it showed during the 4th quarter against the Knicks. The post After a rough stretch, Derrick White is rediscovering his joy and knocking down shots appeared first on Boston.com.
Derrick White is rediscovering his joy and improving his performance for the Celtics, particularly in their 118-105 win over the Knicks. White made all three of his 3-point attempts in the fourth quarter, including a key 26-footer that helped secure the victory. He and Jrue Holiday combined for 33 points, while White also contributed defensively, stopping a fastbreak and grabbing nine rebounds. White has been through a recent shooting slump but appears to be regaining his confidence. Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla and teammates Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown praised White’s return to form, noting his ability to make big shots and his high-level defense.
