Derrick White

One might’ve argued that, with an 83.9 percent win probability and a six-point lead in the final four minutes, time was certainly on the side of the Detroit Pistons on October 26, 2024. Through one well-timed rotation — fittingly from weak side to strong side — Derrick White prepared himself to make quite the rebuttal. Engaged in an intriguing at-the-rim battle with Cade Cunningham throughout the evening, White ensures himself the last laugh, matching the Pistons’ “Horns Split” play design with a soundly-synchronized rotation. Timing his leap flawlessly to erase — or better yet, whiteout — a dunk attempt from Detroit’s star, White springs into a rejection, preserving a two-point lead in the final minute. Humbly admitting to feeling vengeful after the two’s earlier tango in the paint wasn’t as favorable, White added to arguably an all-time NBA highlight reel of blocks at the guard position, ultimately ensuring a come-from-behind victory. White’s final tally would conclude with 17 points (on 6-of-14 shooting), six rebounds, three assists, and three memorable denials.