The Boston Celtics, known for their strong defense this season, were notably absent from the NBA’s 2024-25 All-Defensive Teams, despite Derrick White receiving some recognition with 15 total votes (two First-Team and 11 Second-Team). Both Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday did not qualify for voting due to not meeting the minimum games played requirement. White, who had previously made Second-Team All-Defense in the last two seasons, faced tough competition this year, yet some argue he could have been included over players like Jaren Jackson Jr. or Rudy Gobert, who underperformed defensively.
