Hassan Whiteside: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on C’s Future

May 18th, 2016 by Tim Daniels Leave a reply »

Hassan Whiteside figures to generate ample interest as an unrestricted free agent this offseason, but the Miami Heat are hopeful of keeping their center and defensive linchpin.

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Heat Desperate To Keep Whiteside This Summer Wednesday, May 18 According to Ethan J. Skolnick of the Miami Herald, Heat president Pat Riley called Whiteside the team's "No. 1 priority. Period." Riley also stated "he'll be right there at 12:01 for us" when free agency opens on July 1, per Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

The 26-year-old budding star backed up his breakout 2014-15 campaign with an even more impressive season for Miami. He averaged 14.2 points and 11.8 rebounds while leading the NBA in blocks by a significant margin at 3.7 per game.

His immense impact allowed him to finish third in Defensive Player of the Year voting. 

Manny Navarro of the Miami Herald pointed out that the center wasn't satisfied with that result, however, stating it merely adds to the chip on his shoulder. "It never left. It'll always be there," Whiteside said. "I got over ...

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