The Boston Celtics are on the brink of closing out their first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 6 on Thursday night, but to get the job done, they'll need their supporting cast to step up—especially guard Derrick White.

White has been in a tough shooting slump throughout the series, averaging just 8 points per game while shooting under 30% from the field and a chilly 21% from beyond the arc. For a player known for his two-way impact, those numbers have been a noticeable dip from his usual production.

Speaking with the media at shootaround before Thursday's game, White acknowledged the struggles but struck a determined tone. "I think a little bit of everything," he said when asked what's been behind his rough patch. "Sometimes it happens throughout the course of a game or the course of a series. I just got to try to be a little bit more aggressive. I think I can do that and then just take what the game gives and go from there."

With stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown carrying the offensive load, the Celtics would get a massive lift if White can rediscover his rhythm. His value extends beyond scoring—he's a key defender and playmaker on both ends of the floor. If he can snap out of the slump and return to his usual form, Boston's chances of closing out the Sixers—and making a deep playoff run—get a whole lot brighter.

For Celtics fans and basketball enthusiasts alike, keep an eye on White's aggression in Game 6. A breakout performance could be just what the doctor ordered.