2025-26 Season
DERRICK WHITE
2025-26 Season
DERRICK WHITE
PBP Credit: Every play is analyzed from play-by-play data. Scorers get difficulty-adjusted credit, assisters get creation value based on the shot opportunity they created, and turnovers are classified by type. Shot difficulty is derived from 1M+ shots across 4 seasons. Full methodology
TEAM COMPARISON
of 14 teammates (10+ games, 10+ min)
Similar Players
Same position, closest production profile this season.
SKILL DNA
Percentile rank vs 245 Guards with 10+ games
THE SEASON SO FAR
A maddeningly erratic shooting profile defined Derrick White's opening stretch of the season, forcing him to rely on relentless hustle and point-of-attack defense to salvage his on-court value. Even when his jumper completely abandoned him, his non-scoring contributions often kept his head above water. During the 11/03 vs UTA matchup, he managed just 10 points on nine shots, yet still posted a +3.7 impact score because suffocating perimeter defense and off-the-charts hustle completely erased his offensive quietness. Hidden costs frequently dragged him down on other nights. He dropped 18 points on 11/11 vs PHI, but high-volume misfires from the field actively stalled possessions, resulting in a disappointing -4.2 impact mark despite the respectable scoring total. When his shot selection finally aligned with his defensive intensity, the results were devastating. He delivered flawless two-way execution on 11/26 vs DET, posting a massive +16.1 impact score fueled by lethal perimeter marksmanship that yielded 27 points. White remains an elite defensive disruptor, but his nightly value hinges entirely on whether he attacks the paint or settles for contested pull-ups.
This volatile stretch of the season was defined by extreme swings between two-way brilliance and self-inflicted offensive sabotage. Look no further than 12/07 vs TOR, where White dropped 27 points but still posted a -0.3 impact score. That negative mark stemmed directly from a high volume of missed perimeter shots and questionable offensive aggression that derailed the team's rhythm. Conversely, White found ways to dominate without scoring, which was perfectly captured on 01/17 vs ATL. Despite taking just four shots and scoring a mere 7 points, he drove a massive +11.2 impact score by operating as a masterful floor general and dishing out 12 assists. When his jumper actually fell, he was absolutely lethal. He delivered a two-way masterclass on 12/19 vs MIA, burying nine three-pointers for 33 points to earn a staggering +23.2 impact score. Whether he was torpedoing his value with bricked jumpers or saving it through suffocating point-of-attack defense, White remained the ultimate bellwether for his squad.
This midseason stretch was defined by a volatile tug-of-war between erratic shot-hunting and brilliant connective playmaking. When White leaned too heavily into his own scoring, the results often backfired on the margins. Look no further than 02/04 vs HOU, where he poured in 28 points but posted a -3.1 impact score because his inefficient gunning on 25 shot attempts actively dragged down the offense. Conversely, he was a massive net positive when he embraced his identity as a defensive menace and offensive maestro. During 01/30 vs SAC, White finished with a mere 7 points, yet he generated a +4.8 impact score by sacrificing his own volume to orchestrate the floor and terrorize opposing ball-handlers. He finally found the perfect balance on 02/24 vs PHX, stepping into a primary creation role to tally 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists. That flawless two-way effort yielded a massive +16.3 impact score, revealing that White is at his absolute best when he lets the game come to him instead of forcing the issue.
IMPACT TIMELINE
Game-by-game performance vs average. Green = above average, red = below.
Very consistent. White posts positive impact in 78% of games — you almost always get a productive night. Scoring varies by ~7 points, but the overall contribution stays positive.
Streaky shooter — only cracks 45% from the field in 32% of games. Efficiency is all over the place night-to-night.
Defensive difference-maker. White consistently forces tough shots and protects the rim — opponents shoot worse when he's guarding them.
Performance has dropped off. First-half impact: +9.8, second-half: +6.7. Worth watching whether it's fatigue, injury, or opponents adjusting.
Tends to go on runs. Longest hot streak: 13 games. Longest cold streak: 4 games.
MATCHUP HISTORY
Based on 72 games with tracking data. Shows who guarded this player on offense and who he guarded on defense, with their shooting stats in those matchups.
ON OFFENSE: WHO GUARDED HIM
His shooting stats against each primary defender this season
ON DEFENSE: WHO HE GUARDED
How opponents shot when he was the primary defender. Lower FG% = better defense.
SEASON STATS
GAME LOG
78 games played
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