BIO: Terrico Reshard White was born in Memphis, Tennessee (USA) and attended Craigmont High School in Memphis, Tennessee. In his junior year at high school he averaged 22 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals per game (2006-07). He was named All-Metro, First Team All-State by the Tennessee Writers Association, and was one of the five finalist for The Commercial Appeal’s Player of the Year.
Terrico White made his NBL debut with the Perth Wildcats at 28 years of age. He scored 20 points in his first game.
During the off-season, Perth successfully re-signed star Bryce Cotton (three-year deal) and strengthened their roster by adding Nick Kay and Mitch Norton (both via Illawarra), two-time champion Tom Jervis (via Brisbane), and new import Terrico White (via Korea). These signings led to the departures of Lucas Walker, Jarrod Kenny, and Dexter Kernich-Drew, who all signed with Cairns. The final roster move saw four-year development player Rhys Vague elevated to the full-time squad.
The Wildcats traveled to the United States for two pre-season games against NBA teams, the Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets. Despite suffering a heavy (130–72) loss to the Jazz, which coach Trevor Gleeson cited as a catalyst for their eventual success, the team gained valuable experience. They narrowly lost their second game (96–88) to the Nuggets, setting the tone for the upcoming season.
Perth began the season strongly, achieving a (10–1) record. However, their momentum was disrupted when captain Damian Martin (5.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.6 steals) suffered a right calf tear, sidelining him for six games. Further challenges arose as Angus Brandt (8.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists) missed three games in November due to an ankle injury sustained while playing for the Australian Boomers. These setbacks led to a downturn in form, and by mid-January, the Wildcats had lost eight of their next ten games, bringing their record to (12–9).
Despite external pressure to make roster changes and add a third import, the organization and coaching staff chose to back the existing playing group. As the roster regained its health, Perth bounced back with three consecutive wins over Melbourne, Adelaide, and Sydney, ultimately reclaiming the top spot on the ladder and finishing the regular season in first place with an (18–10) record.
Perth was led by Bryce Cotton, the league’s leading scorer (21.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.4 steals), and Nick Kay (14.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.2 steals), who had a career-best season. Both players earned spots on the All-NBL First Team.
Terrico White (17.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists) emerged as a crucial contributor throughout the season, despite battling multiple injuries, including knee, hamstring, and wrist issues. White’s ability to step up during the playoffs was instrumental to the Wildcats’ success, as he averaged 21.6 points across six matches against the Brisbane Bullets and Melbourne United. His standout performances included 31 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists against Melbourne United on 15 March 2019, 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists against Melbourne United on 27 October 2018, and 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists against Illawarra Hawks on 1 February 2019.
Perth went on to face Brisbane in the semi-finals, where Terrico White (24 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist), Bryce Cotton (19 points, 2 rebounds, and 10 assists), and Nicholas Kay (18 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 assists) led the team to a Game 1 win (89–59). Cameron Gliddon (18 points and 4 rebounds) finished as Brisbane’s top scorer. In Game 2 (84–79), Terrico White (24 points and 3 rebounds) led Perth in scoring, Bryce Cotton (19 points and 10 assists) recorded his first career double-double, and Kay (16 points and 15 rebounds) also made a solid contribution. Despite strong efforts from Lamar Patterson (19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals) and Matthew Hodgson (15 points and 2 blocks), Brisbane couldn’t stop Perth from advancing to the Grand Final to face Melbourne.
Once into the Grand Final series, Perth faced reigning champions Melbourne United. In Game 1 of the Grand Final series (81-71), Perth secured a hard-fought victory despite Bryce Cotton (10 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists) being shut down offensively by Melbourne’s defense. The Wildcats’ win was powered by performances from Terrico White (19 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists) and Nicholas Kay (14 points and 7 rebounds), who continued to provide solid play in the paint. Melbourne’s offense was led by Casper Ware (19 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists) and Chris Goulding (15 points and 2 assists).
Game 2 of the Grand Final series (92-74) saw Melbourne bounce back with a balanced offensive effort led by Casper Ware (14 points and 2 assists), Chris Goulding (14 points and 2 rebounds), DJ Kennedy (12 points, 14 rebounds, and 4 assists), and David Barlow (11 points and 4 rebounds), allowing United to even the series. Despite White’s (17 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists) best efforts, and strong performances from Bryce Cotton (19 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists) and Nicholas Kay (13 points and 9 rebounds), Perth couldn’t keep pace as United proved too strong on the night.
The loss prompted coach Trevor Gleeson to make several adjustments, which led to Perth dominating Game 3 (95-67). Terrico White (31 points and 7 rebounds) and Bryce Cotton (27 points, 4 rebounds, and 10 assists) were unstoppable, combining for 58 points and nearly outscoring Melbourne by themselves, while Kay (11 points and 12 rebounds) continued to contribute valuable minutes. For Melbourne, DJ Kennedy (13 points and 10 rebounds) and David Barlow (13 points and 5 rebounds) were the only bright spots.
In the deciding Game 4 (97-84), Perth clinched the title with another strong showing from Bryce Cotton (28 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals) and Terrico White (20 points and 8 rebounds), with Kay (12 points and 8 rebounds) playing a key role in the victory. White’s performances in the Grand Final series were particularly noteworthy, where he scored 19, 17, 31, and 20 points in the four games. His ability to perform under pressure silenced critics who had doubted his impact during the regular season and solidified his status as a key player in the Wildcats’ championship run.
Terrico White, who had faced criticism earlier in the season, was named Grand Final MVP after averaging 21.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists over the four-game series.
2019/20
The Wildcats’ first move of the 2019 off-season was re-signing four-time championship-winning coach Trevor Gleeson (three-year deal) as well as five-time championship-winning duo Damian Martin and Jesse Wagstaff and import Terrico White. In total, six members of the championship-winning squad would return, with Wani Swaka Lo Buluk being elevated from development player to the full roster and replace the retiring Greg Hire. The team also added Dario Hunt and Majok Majok to replace exiting big men Tom Jervis and Angus Brandt (to Europe).
Perth started the season in dominant fashion (5–1), but by round 10, had taken a step backwards (8-5) following back-to-back losses. The Wildcats regrouped behind four straight wins and closed out December with a 13–6 record. In December, Damian Martin played his 300th game for the Wildcats, then suffered a left heel injury, which saw him miss the entire month of January. After losing back-to-back games to start 2020, Gleeson and the Wildcat’s decided to release Dario Hunt (8.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists) and replace him with seven-year NBA veteran Miles Plumlee (9.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks).
The addition of Plumlee gave Perth the inside presence they needed, showcased in a Perth win over New Zealand (80–79), when he recorded 23 points and 18 rebounds, becoming the first Wildcat to record 20+ points and 15+ rebounds in a game since 2007.
With seven games remaining and Plumlee required to play all seven to qualify for the postseason, the Wildcat’s won six of seven games to secure a 34th consecutive finals appearance with a second-place finish (19–9). Fresh off his World Cup experience playing for the Australian Boomers, Nick Kay (15 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.1 steals) delivered a breakout season alongside Bryce Cotton (22.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists) who etched himself into the history books, becoming the first import to lead the league in scoring three years in a row.
in the semifinals, Perth defeated Cairns (2–1) to advance to their 15th NBL Grand Final where thanks to a big games from Cotton (32 points) and Kay (14 points and 6 rebounds) they claimed game one (88–86) in front of 11,647 rabid Kings fans.
As the team’s prepared for game two in Perth, it was decided that the remaining games would all take place with no fans in the building. Without a single fan in the building, the Kings evened the series (1-1) thanks to Jae’Sean Tate (21 points) nailing seven of his nine shots and Andrew Bogut (24 points and 14 rebounds) having one of his best games of the season.
In game three of the grand final series against the Sydney Kings, Kay (30 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists) delivered a career high scoring effort, including seven three-pointers alongside Cotton (31 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists) to propel Perth to a game three victory (111–96).
Prior to game four, the Sydney Kings chose to withdraw from the series due to uncertainties of the coronavirus and travel restrictions. With multiple Kings players based overseas, many were concerned the restrictions would prevent any return home. After a week spent deliberating, it was decided Perth would be awarded the championship due to holding a 2-1 lead at the time, securing their tenth title. After averaging 30.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.7 assists over the three games, Cotton was named Grand Final MVP for the second time in four years, becoming the first player in Wildcats history to be named league MVP, Grand Final MVP and win a championship all in the same season.
White would average 15.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across 25 games.
Terrico White played two seasons the Perth Wildcats. He averaged 15.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 60 NBL games.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Dan Boyce is a die-hard Sydney Kings fan who grew up in Melbourne during the roaring 90's of Australian Basketball and spent far too much time collecting Futera NBL Basketball cards.
SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
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2019-20 | 30 | Perth | 19-9 (2) | 30 | 908.0 | 450 | 109 | 61 | 24 | 85 | 21 | 2 | 31 | 57 | 159 | 407 | 39% | 72 | 217 | 33% | 60 | 70 | 86% | 51% | 48% | 26 |
2018-19 | 29 | Perth | 18-10 (1) | 30 | 948.0 | 509 | 129 | 71 | 21 | 108 | 24 | 2 | 44 | 55 | 189 | 435 | 43% | 71 | 210 | 34% | 60 | 81 | 74% | 54% | 52% | 31 | Totals | 60 | 1856 | 959 | 238 | 132 | 45 | 193 | 45 | 4 | 75 | 112 | 348 | 842 | 41.3% | 143 | 427 | 33.5% | 120 | 151 | 79.5% | 53% | 50% | 31 |
SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
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2019-20 | 30 | Perth | 19-9 (2) | 30 | 30.3 | 15.0 | 3.6 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 1.0 | 1.9 | 5.3 | 13.6 | 39% | 2.4 | 7.2 | 33% | 2.0 | 2.3 | 86% | 51% | 48% | 26 |
2018-19 | 29 | Perth | 18-10 (1) | 30 | 31.6 | 17.0 | 4.3 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 3.6 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 6.3 | 14.5 | 43% | 2.4 | 7.0 | 34% | 2.0 | 2.7 | 74% | 54% | 52% | 31 | Total | 60 | 30.9 | 16.0 | 4.0 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 3.2 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 1.3 | 1.9 | 5.8 | 14.0 | 41.3% | 0.0 | 0.0 | 33.5% | 2.4 | 7.1 | 79.5% | 53% | 50% | 31 |
POINTS | REBOUNDS | ASSISTS | STEALS | BLOCKS | TURNOVERS | TRIPLE DOUBLES | 31 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
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White won a gold medal while playing for Team USA at the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championships (New Zealand)
Terrico White was drafted by the Detroit Pistons with pick #36 in the 2010 NBA Draft.
After being drafted, White played for the Detroit Pistons during the 2010 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, where he averaged 9.6 points in five games. Known for his explosive athleticism, he recorded the best vertical jump (40 inches) of any player at the pre-draft combine. White quickly gained recognition during the NBA rookie orientation with a viral YouTube video of a spontaneous rookie slam dunk contest. Unfortunately, in the Pistons first preseason game, White broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, sidelining him for the entire 2010–11 season.
NEW ORLEANS HORNETS / IDAHO STAMPEDE
2011–2012
After the NBA lockout ended in December 2011, White was waived by the Pistons despite being fully recovered. He joined the New Orleans Hornets for preseason but was released due to lingering back issues. White then signed with the Idaho Stampede in the NBA Development League, where he played 18 games before a stress fracture in his back ended his season.
LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (SUMMER LEAGUE)
2012
In July 2012, White suited up for the Los Angeles Clippers during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.
DALLAS MAVERICKS (SUMMER LEAGUE)
2013
In 2013, White played for the Dallas Mavericks during the NBA Summer League.
MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES (SUMMER LEAGUE)
2014
In 2014, White participated in the NBA Summer League with the Memphis Grizzlies.
PHOENIX SUNS / BAKERSFIELD JAM
2015–2016
After spending training camp and preseason with the Phoenix Suns in October 2015, White joined the Bakersfield Jam in the NBA Development League for the 2015–16 season.
NBA TRANSACTIONS:
- June 24, 2010: Drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the 2nd round (36th pick) of the 2010 NBA Draft.
- September 15, 2015: Signed a contract with the Phoenix Suns
- October 15, 2015: Waived by the Phoenix Suns.
SERBIA
2012–2013
For the 2012–13 season, White moved to Serbia to play for Radnički Kragujevac. Despite struggling early in the season, he had a breakout 36-point game against Cibona. In 27 games during the Adriatic League season, he averaged 14.4 points per game. He also averaged 14.8 points in 12 Serbian Super League games.
TURKEY / ISRAEL
2013–2014
White moved to Turkey for the 2013/14 season to play for Royal Halı Gaziantep in Turkey for the 2013–14 season but left midway through to join Hapoel Eilat in Israel, where he completed the season.
RUSSIA
2014–2015
White spent the 2014–15 season playing for Enisey Krasnoyarsk in Russia.
ISRAEL
2015–2016
After starting the season in the D-League, White returned to Israel in March to play for Ironi Nes Ziona for the remainder of the season.
SOUTH KOREA
2016–2018
For the 2016/17 season, White moved to South Korea to play for the Seoul SK Knights. He returned to the Knights for the 2017/18 season, and in April 2018, he helped the team win the KBL championship. He was subsequently named Finals MVP after averaging 25 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game during the six-game championship series. He became the first foreign player in 15 years to win the award.
BAHRAIN
2019
In April 2019, White played for Manama Club in Bahrain during a brief stint when the FIBA Asia Champions Cup qualifiers were being played. During the tournaments preliminary round, White had a triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. He helped Manama reach the final with a 30-point effort in the semi-final, before scoring 21 points in a 82–74 loss to Sharjah in the final.
PUERTO RICO
2020
White signed with Cariduros de Fajardo in Puerto Ricos BSN league in October 2020. In his debut game, he made 10 3-pointers and scored 38 points. The team lost in the Quarterfinals two months later.
SOUTH KOREA
2021
White returned to South Korea with Changwon LG Sakers as an injury replacement for Cady Lalanne in January 2021. On February 4, 2021, he was traded to Seoul Samsung Thunders.
PUERTO RICO
2021
White signed with Gigantes de Carolina in June 2021. After playing seven games with the team, he moved teams and played with Brujos de Guayama.
NBA G LEAGUE
2021–2022
In December 2021, White joined the Long Island Nets but was waived twice during the season, appearing in only two games.
PUERTO RICO
2022
White returned to Brujos de Guayama in March 2022 for another stint in Puerto Rico.
TAIWAN
2022–2023
In October 2022, White signed with Hsinchu JKO Lioneers in Taiwan’s P. League+, where he averaged 20.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists over 17 games.
BAHRAIN
2023
White joined Al-Najma in Bahrain in March 2023 for the remainder of the season.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
2023
In May 2023, White played a brief four-game stint with Metros de Santiago in the Dominican Republic.
MEXICO
2023
In October 2023, White joined Correbasket UAT in Mexico, appearing in five games.
White played collegiately for Ole Miss, where he scored 955 career points and averaged 14.5 points and 4.0 rebounds per game over his two years with the Rebels. As a freshman in 2008/09, he started 21 of 31 games and averaged 13.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 0.8 steals in 30.0 minutes per game while shooting 42.8% from the field and 35.4% from three-point range. He was named SEC Rookie of the Year after taking over point guard duties for the injured Chris Warren in league play, posting 18.4 points per SEC game.
As a sophomore in 2009/10, White increased his production, starting 34 of 35 games and averaging 15.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 0.9 steals in 31.5 minutes per game. He shot 43.0% from the field and 34.1% from three-point range, helping the Rebels to a 24–11 record, the SEC West title, and a trip to the NIT Final Four.
In April 2010, White declared for the NBA draft. He did not hire an agent initially, leaving open the opportunity to return to the Rebels if he withdrew by May 8. On May 6, White decided to hire an agent and remain in the draft.
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- 1x time NBL Finals MVP (2019) - KBL champion (2018)
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KBL Finals MVP (2018)
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Second-team All-SEC (2009)
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SEC Rookie of the Year (2009)
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SEC All-Freshman Team (2009)
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