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High IQ plays of Week 7

We’re back! And we’re confirmed to be a good NBA team—gap season who? Welcome to the five highest-IQ plays of the week! Sure, we love the high-flying dunks and the deep, off-the-dribble step-back threes, but this is a place for the under-the-radar plays that might not get the credit they deserve.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / December 9

Derrick White is surging

Since arriving in Boston, Derrick White has ascended through the ranks of NBA role players and become something much more substantial. He’s a star — not defined by championship hardware and subjective accolades, but by impact and how essential he is to winning basketball.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / December 8

Brown, White hold off Raptors in late-game scare

https://www.nba.com/game/bos-vs-tor-0022500358/box-score The Celtics held on to win 121-113 after the Raptors mounted a 23-point comeback. Boston held

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8

Joe Mazzulla pinpoints the reason Derrick White is so good for the Boston Celtics in crunch time

The Boston Celtics are currently on a fine winning streak, and Derrick White has played a key role in the team’s success this season. Following the Boston Celtics’ 121-113 win over the Toronto Raptors, the 18-time NBA champions have improved to a 15-9 record.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 5

Shorthanded Lakers blown out by Celtics

The Lakers couldn’t find enough firepower to stop the Boston Celtics, losing 126-105, on Friday night. LA had a rough start offensively, allowing the Celtics to take an early eight-point lead.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / December 5

10 takeaways from a ball movement night in D.C.

The Celtics are dead last in assist percentage this season, with an assist on only 56.5% of their baskets. This is directly linked to Boston’s huge tendency to lean on isolation, especially with Jaylen Brown.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / December 5

“He’s always believed in me”: How Jayson Tatum has assisted Derrick White — even from the sidelines

Everyone on Boston’s sideline felt as cool as a New England night in December as the Celtics trampled the Wizards in D.C. But the biggest smile came from Derrick White, decked out in a warm-up.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 5

'He Has a Lot of Responsibility' – Boston Celtics Coach is Not Surprised by Derrick White’s All-Around Performance Vs. Washington Wizards

The Boston Celtics stretched their winning run to three games, following a 146-101 road win against the Washington Wizards on Thursday night, as Derrick White had one of his most well-rounded games.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / December 4

Derrick White drops 30 points, Celtics clobber Wizards

Derrick White had 30 points, nine assists and seven rebounds as the visiting Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to three games by beating the Washington Wizards 146-101 Thursday night.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 30

Celtics injury report reveals 2 starters will miss Cavaliers game

The Celtics will be without Neemias Queta and Derrick White when they face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night. Queta is out with left ankle sprain injury management after spraining his ankle last Sunday, while White is out with a right calf contusion.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 27

Derrick White’s cold start vs. Pistons left Joe Mazzulla “excited” before second-half eruption

It was only a matter of time before Derrick White delivered a performance worth talking about at the Thanksgiving table, and that performance came on Wednesday night.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 27

Pistons disappointed Celtics spoiled their historic run: 'We all wanted it'

Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and the Boston Celtics finally stopped Detroit's run, handing the Pistons a 117-114 loss.

Celtics outshoot Pistons to end 13-game winning streak in stunning upset

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 26

Boston Celtics Stun Detroit Pistons in Thanksgiving Eve Thriller, Snap 13-Game Streak

You know that feeling on Thanksgiving Eve? That electric buzz in the air, the anticipation of a long weekend, the smell of turkey practically wafting through the city?

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 22

'Come Ready To Play, Or Don’t Come At All' – Jaylen Brown Sends Stern Message Following Celtics’ Loss To Nets

The Boston Celtics dropped to 8-8 in 2025-26 with a shocking 113-105 loss to the lowly Brooklyn Nets at the TD Garden in the NBA Cup on Friday. The Celtics

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / November 17

Derrick White’s Candid Admission On Jayson Tatum’s Constant Sideline Presence

Jayson Tatum’s injury in the 2025 NBA playoffs spilled milk over the Boston Celtics’ plans for the 2025-26 season. With a team’s star player effectively ruled out for the whole campaign, there’s little they can dream about.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 29

Bald don't lie: Jaylen Brown addresses hairline issues

Jaylen Brown's season began ignominiously when his Celtics lost their first three games — and his hair dye rubbed off on OG Anunoby. On Tuesday, he decided to do something about his hairline.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

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Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Derrick White Reveals Effects of Changes in Celtics Roster After Preseason Start

This season has been like a reset for Boston. In six weeks, the Celtics lost Jayson Tatum to an Achilles injury. Kristaps Porziņģis went away to Atlanta, Jrue Holiday to Portland, and Al Horford has confirmed signing with the Warriors.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 24

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Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 17

Can Celtics' Derrick White Reach All-Star Status This Season? Insider Weighs In

Heading into this season, the Boston Celtics are going to look like a much different team than fans are used to watching. Instead of being a championship contender, they might miss the playoffs.