In a tightly contested game on Saturday, the Boston Celtics fell to the Chicago Bulls with a score of 114-111. Guard Derrick White logged significant time on the court, playing 39 minutes, during which he contributed 15 points but struggled with his shooting efficiency, hitting just 5 of his 18 attempts from the field, including 3 of 11 from beyond the arc. He also recorded seven rebounds, seven assists, one block, and one steal.
White’s performance comes after he was rested in the previous game, a double-overtime victory against the Brooklyn Nets. Despite the extra time off, he didn’t seem to find his shooting rhythm against the Bulls. However, he played a pivotal role in the game by securing three of the Celtics’ eight offensive rebounds and he tied with teammate Payton Pritchard for the highest number of assists on the team, highlighting his all-around contributions.
Throughout the season, White has shown inconsistency in his shooting. Since January, he has managed to connect on only 36.0 percent of his field-goal attempts and has struggled even more from three-point range, hitting just 25.0 percent of his shots from long distance. Despite these challenges, White’s ability to contribute in other areas of the game demonstrates his value to the Celtics as they continue to compete in the season.
The Celtics will look to bounce back from this loss and find ways to improve their shooting efficiency, especially as they head deeper into the season. White’s versatility and defensive capabilities will remain crucial for the team’s success moving forward.