'It Was Big For My Confidence' – Former San Antonio Spurs Player Credits Manu Ginobili For Believing in Him

White said that there was a situation where the San Antonio Spurs had no options but to put him in the game. Ginobili was on the floor with him and he asked if the legend wanted to take control. However, the four-time champion refused and gave the young guard an opportunity.

“It was a play Manu always runs, but he let me run it that time. I was able to make a play — make a spin and shoot a layup,” White related. “And it was big for my confidence. Manu trusted me not to turn it over. Manu believed in me to make a play.”

It helped him be more confident in his own game and become an important part of the Spurs’ rotation.

How good was White with the San Antonio Spurs?

White’s career took off during his second season with the San Antonio Spurs. He was integrated more into the system and had consistent minutes. That allowed him to make significant growth in his game, averaging 9.9 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.9 assists.

In his third year, White averaged double digits in scoring for the first time. He had 11.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists, making him one of the most important players of the team. In his third season, he had already increased his value and was the third leading scorer on the team.

He averaged 15.4 points, three rebounds and 3.5 assists through 38 games before he was traded to the Celtics. Although he isn’t part of the franchise anymore, fans still love seeing him in town during Boston’s road trips.