"White kept the Celtics attached in the first half, scoring 18 of his 22 points (9-for-18 shooting) in the first 24 minutes as Boston fended off a double-digit deficit in the second quarter and turned it into a four-point lead going into the break. White also dished out a game-high eight assists, the best of which might have been his first one - after curling around a screen by Neemias Queta, White gave every impression of a player headed straight to the rim before whipping around in mid-air and firing a pass back to Sam Hauser for a 3-pointer."
"Defensively, White was a menace with three blocks and a steal. His blocks might be the loudest aspect of his defensive game, but his positioning and anticipation are what make him so special."
"The Celtics turned the tide in the second quarter, but they ended the game in the third, winning the period 30-11 over 12 minutes that included a 16-0 run. The offense was fine, but the defense was otherworldly."
The Boston Celtics defeated a short-handed Suns team 97-81 behind a dominant defensive performance and balanced offensive attack. Derrick White led the effort with 22 points on efficient shooting and a game-high eight assists, keeping the Celtics competitive in the first half while they overcame an early double-digit deficit. White's defensive impact included three blocks and a steal, showcasing his positioning and anticipation. The Celtics' third-quarter defense proved exceptional, outscoring Phoenix 30-11 over 12 minutes including a 16-0 run that sealed the victory. White's quiet contributions on both ends of the floor exemplified the team's balanced approach to winning.
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