The NBA rumor mill is already heating up, and the Boston Celtics are at the center of it. With the season still in full swing, one NBA insider has floated a bold suggestion: the Celtics could look to trade veteran guard Derrick White this summer.

In a recent column, Bleacher Report's Greg Swartz pointed to White's age and recent shooting struggles as reasons for Boston to consider a move. "White will turn 32 this summer and is having a rough season shooting the ball (48.7 percent on twos, 32.7 percent on threes)," Swartz wrote. He also noted that Payton Pritchard has proven he can step into a starting role, making a potential White trade more palatable. This would follow a pattern for Boston, who already moved on from another veteran guard, Jrue Holiday, last offseason.

White, a 6-foot-4 guard, has been a key piece for the Celtics over the past five seasons, helping them establish themselves as the top team in the Eastern Conference. But his contract situation adds an interesting wrinkle. White has just two years left on his deal before a player option for the 2028-29 season kicks in, meaning he could opt out and become a free agent after next season.

While Boston could keep White for another two seasons, the front office might see this as the perfect time to cash in. If they believe White has already reached his peak and could net a strong return in a trade, don't be surprised if the Celtics explore that option this offseason. After all, in the fast-paced world of the NBA, timing is everything—especially when it comes to building a championship roster.