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Celtics' Derrick White Earns League-Wide Respect Despite Game 7 Defeat To 76ers
TL;DR
The Boston Celtics were eliminated from the playoffs after a Game 7 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite the defeat, Derrick White has gained respect across the league for his performance.
Key points
- Celtics lost to 76ers in Game 7 of playoffs
- Derrick White earned respect despite the defeat
- Celtics have positives to build on for the future
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The Boston Celtics season came to an end on Saturday when they lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in the seventh game of the first round of the playoffs.
Even though things may seem a bit cloudy right now for the Celtics, they still have plenty of positives moving forward, especially with their star, Derrick White.
The Athleticâs Josh Robbins, Sam Amick and Joe Vardon published an NBA player survey on Wednesday, asking players about various topics ranging from the best coach to the most underrated player. According to the responses, many players across the league consider White the most underrated player in the NBA.
A total of 151 votes were cast for the NBA's Most Underrated Player, with White and Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson at the forefront, each receiving 4% of the votes.
Q&A
What happened in the Celtics vs. 76ers Game 7?
The Boston Celtics lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in the seventh game of their playoff series, ending their season.
Why is Derrick White gaining respect in the NBA?
Derrick White is earning league-wide respect due to his strong performances throughout the season, despite the Celtics' playoff exit.
What are the implications of the Celtics' playoff loss?
The Celtics' loss in Game 7 raises questions about their future strategy and roster adjustments as they look to improve next season.