Derrick White is one of the most prominent players on the Boston Celtics’ roster. The veteran has signed a 4-year contract with the Celtics. Could he agree to an extension before the trade expires?
Derrick White’s Future with Boston Celtics: Trade Rumors & Contract Extension Talks Heat Up
The Boston Celtics has a strong core, and Derrick White is one of the most important players on the core roster. The veteran joined the Celtics in February 2022 via trade. Now, some people are expecting him not to stick to the Celtics. While the Celtics are considering extending him before the trade deadline.
Derrick signed a 4 year contract worth $70, which is expiring the next year, as the veteran has entered the third year of the contract. Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe suggested that the Celtics are in talks with White to discuss the extension.
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Boston Celtics’ Derrick White: The Trade Decision That Paid Off!
Derrick White is a crucial player for the Boston Celtics‘ core roster. They gave him utter importance this offseason by trading Marcus Smart and retaining him on the roster.
Derrick is one of the best players on Boston’s roster. He is 29 years old and averaged around 12.4 points alongside 3.9 assists per game while playing for the organization in the last season.
The veteran shot around 38.1% of the shots from the 3-point range. In the last season, Derrick led the league with all guards in blocks. Moreover, he is regarded as one of the best perimeter defenders in the league.
Could White Ask for a Hike Extension from the Celtics?
Yes, the 29-year-old defender could ask for a hike. According to Chris Forsberg, White could ask for a starting salary, which is 140% of his current salary, about $27 million for the NBA 2025-26 Season.
