Derrick White On Guarding Steph Curry During The NBA Finals 

It’s got to be beyond exhausting. Usually when a player gets rid of the ball you can relax a little, but with Steph, that’s when you have to be the most attentive

guarding steph has to be one of the most exhausting defensive assignments in the history of the game

This is how it felt as a Cavs fan for those four years. Every time him or Klay even touched the ball I panicked

Steph is the key to everything. The gravity he has opens up all the pass/drive lanes and makes Draymond and Klay so damn effective.

I like how almost every guest, there will always be a Steph Curry segment. And people say JJ hates Steph? Lol

What makes guarding Steph extremely hard is because he's not the most intimidating physically that it gives you hope of stopping him but you just can't. He's in that MJ, KD, Kareem, Giannis, Shaq tier of unstoppable.

Bro told the Boston crowd "This is my house" in the 1st Quarter of Game 4 while being down 2-1... Yeah bro has the ULTIMATE confidence. Win or lose, shot made or missed. He is the ULTIMATE confidence and believes in himself. Steph just different

Derek White seems like a genuine dude. Much Respect.

What a great name for a curry documentary… “48 minutes of where is Steph”

This is probably the first time in the NBA you have a highly accurate, high volume 3pt threat that runs like he has 4 lungs. I don't think any player pro or amateur ever had to chase such a threat for 30-40mins. To suddenly change your training just to chase this one player is unbelievable. You basically need to get a cornerback on him shadowing him all game. No nba player is really built like that.

Need to get Wiggins on the pod. Would love to hear from him

No matter is ever said about Steph, he will ALWAYS be underrated. It has been one of the greatest joys in my life watching him play this game ❤

it is 48 minutes of "where is Steph" because you need to be attentive on the offensive end, once they transition from D to O and Stephs open on a wing, at that point you gotta pray he misses. Steph is the most lethal offensive weapon the game has ever seen

Derrick White is humble person

I saw a stat one time that Steph averages running about 3 miles per game. That's absolutely insane💀

Steph just puts so much fear in defenses. GSOAT

All these players should feel honored playing with such an exceptional player and how they can learn from him. Stephen Curry the Best !!

This is why i dont understand the hate Steph gets. He really got NBA players, top defenders struggling to keep up with him or slow him down. Most of his bad games are just him being off, not always the defense. He needs more credit than he gets. He is a generational talent and we need to appreciate him while he's still in the league. It's not always about just winning, its entertainment as well and his style of play has been entertaining for years !

Derrick White is such a great player for the Celtics.

Maybe it’s social anxiety or whatever but that doesn’t matter to me if you really pay attention his responses are actually transparent and raw “ it’s like 48 min of where is Steph “ was a line also describing it as “paranoia” just like JJ said best descriptions. Keep balling DWhite I love seeing you guard in the finals 🙏🏽

Wow… if you miss a shot “where is Steph?” Smh not secure the rebound, not stop the break…. Find Steph. I’m exhausted just thinking about that. He completely changes the way you even approach the game

White: “It’s 48 mins of “Where is Steph?”” JJ thinks to himself: “I gotta write that down. That’s good.”

There is no such thing as a “Curry Stopper” . Injury, disinterest, or old age has to stop Curry. He has totally figured out the physical and mental aspects of the game. And he desires to get EVEN BETTER! ☠️

I'm in complete awe of his on and off court shooting, play and conditioning plus influence what blows my mind is that digital wise, opposing players or media pulls gravity on viewers from every Steph Curry segment. 😮😮😮 There's none like him, he is 1/1.

Constant off the ball movement, one of the best ball handlers, great passer, all those screens they run and can hit from anywhere on the court. What a nightmare. 48 min of where's Steph? Is the best description I've ever heard. Unless you are an absolute monster in terms of conditioning and defense that's gonna be a rough night for you.

I like his hat. Reflects what kind of person he is. Respect.

There has never been an offensive player like Steph. He runs route combinations off the ball, sets screens as well which confuses his primary defender coz they never expect to switch

Derrick White looking nervous on here. Kind of refreshing to see.

Fun fact: Curry avg more PTs, RBs and AST than Kobe in the playoffs and Finals. One of a kind talent.

This conversation is gorgeous. Thank you, JJ.

Idk if he just talks that way, but he talking about steph while his voice was quivering. Bruv was traumatized

Steph wanted that game so bad, I don't think there's anythng anyone could have done to change that. The Celtics biggest mistake was not recovering.

It's crazy cuz Steph isn't just exhausting physically but also mentally🐐

Even talking about steph makes him exhausted lmao

It's obviously tough to guard him. You can't even even let your guard down when he went inside half court. He can even play off ball which is tough going through screens. Looks like he has high stamina for that one. I don't even see him get tired. The conditioning coach is doing a great job for him. Phenomenal

He sounded like he was about to cry explaining this 😂😂😂😂

I dont blame him. When I first started watching Steph, I'd think, "who the hell was supposed to be guarding him?" When he hits a wide open 3. Now after seeing how much he moves with or without the ball and his range. I'm just like "shrug, thats Steph, what are you going to do?"

The similarities between Steph and Messi is just unreal imo. Warriors and Barcelona and Steve and Pep have the same similarities aswell and its just a joy to watch. Its how great players play and how a team game is supposed to be played

Hey @JJRedick absolutely love how you interview and drive such insightful discussions. Thank you and Please keep doing it. I've heard you talk about the scouting report so many times, can you share what it looks like and how it is used?

That's pretty much the game plan : 48 minutes of where is Steph.

I think Steph is the most underrated as a screener.. you’re basically setting a double on your own teammate because you can’t bump any cutters and you have to stay connected to him..

Love dwhite and his honesty, gl celtics!

He sounds like hes about to cry

And the Celtics is the best defensive team in the last 5years and steph destroyed their defense

So I’m hearing … when Steph has the 🏀 you can’t take your eyes off of him. And when he passes the 🏀 you somehow have to become even more focused 😱

Very likable player. White gets a little better every year. Respect

the way he answered that first question sounded like one of those answers people give the teacher when they didnt read the chapter. like anyone could've said that lmao

As a GS fan the whole game 6 I was on the edge of my seat. GS was up about 12 with 2 minutes in the game and I was still worried Celtics could bust a few 3’s and they’re right back in it. I realized at 45 seconds left we were winning.

Love that hat

Steph Curry is constantly moving! With or without the ball!

Awesome take JJ🙏🏽 Derrick White broke down the challenge in guarding Steph very well but damn…Steph is indeed HIM.

That has to be the perfect hat for Derrick...he seems like the nicest guy ever. Not so nice when he is defending you though...such a perfect fit for this team...

Steph is agile and constantly moving , finding open space even when he don't have the ball Ofc the defender will be exhausted

Good to hear D White’s POV . Solid underrated player

Steph is so hardworking and dedicated that he makes his shots look effortless.

*Yesterday looked like Finals Game 5 again lol*

“He is HIM” quote of the year📠

Amazing how much different a year makes. Warriors now 13-13

Respect.

I really would like to know what was the scouting report on Steph in 2016 and what it is now then compare them to the draft report.

He said guarding him made him realize what he has to work on in the summer

I bet they keep an eye on Steph when THEY are on offense

Derrick White you have a recliner lining, just cut your hair fam, embrace it.🤣

As a ball player like me who loves to defend, last thing I would want to do is guard a player like Steph. He's already deadly when he has the ball, but when he doesn't have the ball, he's the deadliest. I would always love the challenge of guarding slasher and ISO's like Kyrie. But damn, Bball gods shouldn't have created the likes of Steph. It's like typing "whosyourdaddy"

The constant movement of Steph what makes him lethal!

This only applies on players with high offensive prowess. Stamina along w/ constant movement + remarkable scoring percentage is so lethal. Just imagine if Klay could still come back from his former self and a much bulk, experienced wiseman.. not to say wiggins, looney, kaminga, green, dang that would be really unfair.

As an Oregon fan this triggers me… because we didn’t open the field up that much with him either 😂

Steph gravitates everyone on the floor.. SC30💯‼️

Derrick white sounds like giving a testimony in court😂

Even when i play 2k i try so hard to keep an eye on him and a body on him... When i slip and see him open i just be like "if i get dealt wit i get dealt wit"

Doesnt want to talk about Steph the whole time... proceeds to talk about steph for half the interview lol

Add all of this to the fact that ANY of his shots could be the catalyst to a 18-20 pt. run that no amount of TO’s could cool off is what makes him so lethal.

He sounds like Mark’s Doc Rivers impression from RDC world

Derrick white seems like a solid stand up guy

🐐 Curry

It's gotten to a point where if Curry misses a shot, it's a win for the defense and the way he's playing, he doesn't miss a lot.

It sound like buddy finna cry😂

We talking about the greatest offensive player ever. It's no joke!

I think Curry realized early on he was never going to be an above the rim player and decided to become the greatest at cardio. He literally weaponized cardiovascular fitness the likes of which the league has never seen. Perhaps Rip and Reggie were the precursors to Curry but I've been watching the game religiously for 35+ years and have never seen a player push the pace like Curry. He's cerebral as well, knows when to shoot big 3's, drive for layups, hit a tough floater, etc. His situational awareness is top notch. If you notice he jumps sideways a lot, he's using lateral leaps to create open looks for layups and around the rim finishes. He's just an unusual player.

Stg everyone who lost to the warriors, “but uh i I’m not injured or if we win that game..I feel like we coulda won the series” 💀😭😭

it's one thing to be fit enough to guard him and follow him, but as a defender, you're always a step behind. you are always reacting to what he does so you can't stay in front of him be with him. you are always reacting after he's made his first movement.

He got that dawg in him

*Po guy he's crying inside as he speaks about chasing Steph around lol*

Yeah Curry’s stamina is just unreal I understand the comment of his “offense being his defense” he’s tiring you out on the defensive end for 48 mins your legs are dead on the offensive end towards the end of a game it’s crazy

Steph will forever be remembered as a Man who rivals the King.

If I had to guard Curry I might as well go play NFL with all that running 😂

Best offensive player to touch a basketball.

the funny thing about Steph is you can argue he's better without the ball

Boston celtics played like they had PTSD when facing golden state yesterday.

First step is just find him haha… idk why i laughed so hard when he said that.

Don't worry about the Warriors. They are the only team that can find 4 different ways to win in a 7 game series. Other teams can't

So those background graphics are "J's"?!

now u see him now u dont, that's Steph my goat

Drink a shot every time white says “ uhm” or “and” 😩🤣

If u put phone down and listen, all you will hear is “ ummm”

😂😂😂😂 dope

Sound like a nightmare to guard curry, I’m thinking over everything and sometime overthinking a play because you’re to worry about if he has the ball or not.

Steph watching this: so you thought about me like that huh? 😏

Where is the Wine? JJ Farthuffer

This guy say “hmmm” 1 millons times 😅😅