Stephen A. Smith has become one of the most notable voices in all of media.
The ESPN star currently has over six million followers on X (which is more than most NBA players).
Boston Celtics Star Unfollows Stephen A. Smith
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – JUNE 12: ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith reports before Game Three of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on June 12, 2024 in Dallas, Texas (Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
On Thursday, @theNBAalert reported that Boston Celtics star Derrick White has unfollowed Smith (via X).
NBA Alerts wrote: “👀 Derrick White (Dwhite921) is no longer following @stephenasmith”
NBA Fans React To White Unfollowing Smith
GettyBOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 29: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics speaks during an interview during Boston Celtics media day at the Auerbach Center on September 29, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo By Winslow Townson/Getty Images)
Here’s what people were saying about the report:
@KnicksMuse: “Always liked D-White”
@jaropiece: “DWhite continues to be elite”
@redraiderman1: “LOL”
@MossHead2133: “D White stands with Josh hart my demon”
@somaliwifsol: “D white heard what SA said this morning 👀”
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 09: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics watches warm-up before the game against the Toronto Raptors at the TD Garden on January 09, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
White This Season
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 21: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at TD Garden on January 21, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by China Wong/Getty Images)
On the court, White continues to be one of the best role players in the entire NBA.
The former Colorado star is averaging 17.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.4 blocks per contest while shooting 39.4% from the field and 32.5% from three-point range in 69 games.
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – NOVEMBER 16: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics smiles during the first quarter at TD Garden on November 16, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
White was the 29th pick in the 2017 NBA Draft.
He spent the first four and a half seasons of his pro career with the San Antonio Spurs.
His career averages are 13.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.0 blocks per contest while shooting 43.9% from the field and 39.0% from three-point range in 563 games.
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – DECEMBER 22: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics reacts after making a three-point basket against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at the TD Garden on December 22, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
Celtics Right Now
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 21: Head coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at TD Garden on January 21, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by China Wong/Getty Images)
After winning the 2024 NBA Championship, the Celtics lost to the New York Knicks in the second round of the 2025 playoffs.
They are currently the second seed in the Eastern Conference with a 48-24 record in 72 games.
On Friday, the Celtics will host the Atlanta Hawks.
Boston Celtics Star Reportedly Unfollows ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith On Social Media