Marcus Smart collided with Derrick White four minutes into the Hornets game as he was going toward the sideline. White appeared to have been struck by Smart in the side of the head and neck. This is the play:
The Derrick White injury … pic.twitter.com/z5jsnfsXVu
— Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) January 15, 2023
He remained on the floor for several minutes before being helped to the locker room with what appears to be a neck stinger or possible blow to the head. Per NBC Boston’s Abby Chin, head athletic trainer Pat Chasse was examining White’s neck area and he’ll most likely be checked for concussion symptoms.
White left the game making all three of his shots, including two three-pointers. We’ll keep you up to date here with any news on White’s condition.
UPDATE: Per the Celtics, White will not return to the game with a neck sprain.
Joe Mazzulla gives injury update on Derrick White, and how Malcolm Brogdon stepped up in his absence ☘️ pic.twitter.com/TjR14gnPk3
— Celtics on NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSCeltics) January 15, 2023
After the game, Joe Mazzulla did not seem too concerned with White’s injury. “He’s good. I haven’t got the report back, but he’s OK,” the Celtics head coach said. “I talked to him in the locker room. He’s feeling better.”
Source: https://www.celticsblog.com
