The Warriors have long been in search of a secondary creator and defender who can thrive alongside Stephen Curry. White checks all those boxes. While not the scorer Jimmy Butler is or the star Durant once was, White brings a steadiness and adaptability that Golden State desperately needs.

Following Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury and financial constraints, the Boston Celtics are reportedly considering trading Derrick White, despite his A

"It sucks," he said. "(We are) never going to get this season back, never going to have the exact same team again."