Among the 106 players who have appeared in at least 45 games this season, White ranks second in the NBA in fourth-quarter 3-pointers, averaging 1 per game.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White admitted that he struggled with losing the joy of basketball earlier this season.

Karl-Anthony Towns hit a 3-pointer over Derrick White’s outstretched hand on New York’s first possession of the final frame, cutting what had been a 27-point deficit down to four. But White punched right back with consecutive 3-pointers to seize back the momentum and set the stage for a 118-105 Celtics win.