Boston Celtics star wins NBA Sportsmanship Award
TL;DR
Derrick White of the Boston Celtics has won the NBA Sportsmanship Award for the second consecutive year, following Jrue Holiday's win last year. The NBA officially announced the award on Thursday.
Key points
- Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award for 2025
- Second consecutive year a Celtics player wins the award
- Jrue Holiday won the award last year
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They must be doing something right in Boston.
For the second straight year, a Celtics player has won the NBA Sportsmanship Award.
Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award
Last year, Jrue Holiday won the award. This year, it's Derrick White. The NBA officially announced White as the winner of the award on Thursday.
Here's some background on the award from the NBA:
Presented annually since the 1995-96 season, the NBA Sportsmanship Award honors a player who best represents the ideals of sportsmanship on the court. The trophy is named for Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer and two-time NBA champion Joe Dumars, who won the inaugural NBA Sportsmanship Award and played his entire 14-year career with the Detroit Pistons.
This story will be updated.
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Q&A
Who won the NBA Sportsmanship Award in 2025?
Derrick White of the Boston Celtics won the NBA Sportsmanship Award in 2025.
Which Boston Celtics player won the NBA Sportsmanship Award last year?
Jrue Holiday won the NBA Sportsmanship Award last year.
What is the significance of the NBA Sportsmanship Award?
The NBA Sportsmanship Award recognizes players who exemplify ethical behavior, fair play, and integrity on the court.
