Derrick White Signs Four-Year, $125.9M Extension with Celtics Including Player Option

Jul 1, 2024, 04:48 PM

Derrick White has agreed to a four-year, $125.9 million contract extension with the Boston Celtics. The deal, reported by ESPN, includes a player option and was a significant offseason priority for the reigning champions. White, a former Division 2 star who transferred to Colorado, has made an All-Defensive Team in each of his two full seasons with Boston. The contract breakdown includes $28.1 million for the 2025/26 season, $30.4 million for 2026/27, $32.6 million for 2027/28, and $34.8 million for 2028/29. This extension underscores the Celtics' commitment to retaining key players who have contributed to their championship success.