John Wall and Kyle Lowry are potential targets, Sources say the Wizards are not engaging with other front offices who call about Beal, and he has not asked for a trade, Fred Katz, Jason Quick, Fred Katz and Jason Quick @ The Athletic. Tyler Herro said he was told right before Thursday's game that he tested positive and could not play against the Rockets. [38] On December 13, he was assigned to the Sioux Falls Skyforce,[39] but was recalled two days later. On November 1, 2015, Whiteside scored a then career-high 25 points in a 109–89 win over the Houston Rockets. The 30–20 game was the first of his career, and the ninth in Heat history including playoffs. He became the seventh player in NBA history with multiple points-rebounds-blocks triple-doubles. Less than an hour ago, Frank Vogel told reporters how much he was looking forward to Schroder vs. Irving, Adam Silver says NBA more concerned with players who won't be All-Star participants, Adam Silver said league is more concerned about non-participating players during All-Star break not subject to protocols than the All-Star participants since they'll be in a "mini bubble" with enforced protocols and testing, Charles Barkley speaks: "They're not worried about the players. “He was another guy where people were like, ‘He has to get out of Washington, and he has to do this and he has to do that …’ and I have people say that about me all the time,” Lillard said. [77] On March 21, he had a 23-point, 14-rebound performance in a 112–97 win over the Phoenix Suns. At one point Hassan Whiteside couldn't get an NBA team to look at him. Hassan Whiteside of the Miami Heat had a bizarre experience over the summer after purchasing a $50k assault rifle that was instantly stolen. He returned to action on February 3, recording 10 points, nine rebounds and five blocks in 17 minutes off the bench in a 93–90 win over the Dallas Mavericks. He sat on the offer for months, mulling his future. ", PJ Washington ruled out for COVID-19 protocols, Hornets forward P.J. After joining the Miami Heat in 2014, Whiteside was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2016, when he also led the NBA in blocks. The Kings are now listing center Hassan Whiteside out against the New York Knicks due to health and safety protocols, The NBA and NBPA announced that 2 new players confirmed positive on COVID-19 out of 455 players tested since Feb. 17. Michael John Avenatti is an American attorney and convicted felon, best known for his representation of adult-film actress Stormy Daniels in her lawsuits against President Donald Trump, and for his felony extortion conviction involving sports apparel company Nike. "Everyone is different. before he made up his mind, he wanted to talk to Damian Lillard, the perennial All-Star in Portland. Embiid said it would be “a different story in Philadelphia. So, not to worry or complain. Those talks, Lillard said, have revisited the same topics from nearly two years ago. Whiteside also recorded his 57th double-digit rebound game of the season, a Heat record—one more than Seikaly in 1991–92. [92], Whiteside is the son of Hasson Arbubakrr and Debbie Whiteside. Mike Budenholzer says he's been in contact with Jrue Holiday over the last few days. “And I want to see it through here more than I care to go somewhere else and just win it, period, you know? “I. He's unsure who he will start and said he has to meet with his staff first, Caleb and Cody Martin out due to COVID-10 protocols. But also, they live in some of these communities, or come from some of these communities, and have seen the impacts up close and personal and have lived it. [23] He left the Vipers prior to the playoffs and joined Lebanese club Amchit Club in late April.[24]. Find out if … [1] Born and raised in Gastonia, North Carolina, he attended three high schools in two years: Hunter Huss High School,[2] Ashbrook High School, and Forestview High School. He said that it's a long season and he needs to be smart about things. The freakiest measurements of all belong to Hassan Whiteside.The soon-to-be 21-year-old freshman bafflingly elected to arrive for measurements in flip-flops (a true story), which only gave him an additional inch in shoes (6-10 ½ without shoes, 6-11 ½ with) as opposed to Cole Aldrich who gained 2 ¼ inches. '", "It’s the same, it’s just more boring because you basically can’t leave your room...But as we all keep telling ourselves, we’ve got it pretty easy compared to a whole lot of people out there. And now, we hear friends and family of Raptors -- limited to 25 and they must be tested to get into the building -- can watch Raptors games in person starting Sunday, The Spectrum Center, home of the Charlotte Hornets, will serve as a mass vaccination site for Novant Health this Saturday, Feb. 13. [96], In January 2017, Whiteside wired $2.75 million to attorney Michael Avenatti as the first payment in a $3 million-settlement with ex-girlfriend Alexis Gardner, who was represented by Avenatti in the settlement. He was trade… We’re respecting public health guidelines, seeing what the CDC says and following what states and local governments and departments of health recommend. Hassan Whiteside was (mostly) a feelgood story last season. The following day, the NBA fined Whiteside $15,000 for his role in the altercation. KAT says he was "mentally not there" in first half and was "spooked" by COVID situation in Charlotte, "I immediately was triggered by it. 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He cant defend the P'N'R. So to your point, we are not jumping the line. He led the league in reboundingin 2017. Whiteside has a younger brother named Nassan, who has autism. [69] Five days later, he scored 19 points and grabbed an NBA season-high 25 rebounds in a 93–90 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. [76] On March 12, he had 26 points and 21 rebounds in a 102–98 loss to Indiana. Bradley Beal, the smooth-shooting guard for the Washington Wizards, had recently been offered a contract extension. At Patterson he also played alongside Arsalan Kazemi. On a call with league general managers on Tuesday, http://twitter.com/RedsArmy_John/status/1361704068775882752. Festus Ezeli is in quarantine in the G League Bubble and will be out Sunday, With the Miami Heat increasing the amount of fans permitted to attend games at AmericanAirlines Arena during the COVID-19 pandemic to about 3,000, a limited number of individual game tickets will soon be made available to the general public. [72] Whiteside went on to miss four games in early January with a right retinal contusion. His 90% field goal shooting and his 20/20 night made him one of only four players in NBA history to achieve such a feat.[46]. I said 'Ryan should we play this? So there’s that piece that can’t be overlooked, that there is a familiarity with what’s happening. Hand injury sidelnes Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside vs. Atlanta Hawks ATLANTA — The protection is down to a Velcro strap connecting the middle and ring fingers on his right hand. [51] On November 23, in a game against the New York Knicks, Whiteside blocked five shots, giving him 63 through 13 games. He’s just out with the flu. COVID-19 test results show five positives since February 10, Five new NBA players tested positive for coronavirus out of 454 in the last week, Five positives in the latest round. And loyalty was more than just a word, it was feeling. Avenatti allegedly embezzled all but $194,000 of the $3 million that Whiteside paid in total, even though he was legally entitled to only a little more than $1 million in legal fees. But it turned out to be a false positive, Tyler Herro, on watching game in Houston, while awaiting test results, "I felt like I was in jail. Those are big enough that the Heat can likely satisfy the league’s salary-matching rules should they bring in a high-salaried star. [55] Between January 22 and February 2, he missed six games with a left hip injury. The health care system will administer approximately 2,200 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to community members, Raptors to play entire 2020-21 season in Tampa, The Raptors announce they will play their entire 2020-21 season in Tampa, Fla. “There’s things I haven’t dealt with and still grieving and stuff that I have to deal with now in silence with no one around to help me with that process,” he said. Miami Heat's own NBA star Hassan Whiteside has launched a full-scale investigation...into how a dead parrot ended up on his front lawn. Today, with the Wizards at 14-20 and Beal’s free agency nearing, rumors of his future in Washington have inevitably swirled, no matter the reality. I almost feel like it would make people feel good to know that someone who is guiding a lot of the protocol with the NBA is not a hired gun who only focuses on their priorities, if that makes sense. [78] On April 2 against Denver, Whiteside became the first Heat player to record 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in a season. Whiteside is one of a number of big men who struggle to play in today's run and gun, three-point shooting, switching game. They found they valued building something rather than instant gratification. know how he feels because I get that all the time: ‘You should go here; you should go there …’ from all kinds of different people, and I know he gets it too,” Lillard said. KAT: "I feel very guilty about the treatment I got [that] I [wish was] more widely available to anyone in the world. [94] His father played in the NFL for the Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1983 to 1984. [34][35] He was waived the next day[36] and re-joined Iowa. Hornets Cody and Caleb Martin will both miss tonight’s game — health and safety protocols. Tom Orsborn: Pop said no timetable for the return of the players in protocols: Michael C. Wright: Pop on the Spurs’ situation w/COVID-19 protocols: Jim Owczarski: #Bucks guard Jrue Holiday remains in the league's health and safety protocol and did not practice today. Dr. Sims told ESPN on Wednesday: “I’ve tried to tackle misinformation….These guys look at data all the time. They are going to show up for you. [18][19] Between February 15 and April 11, he played in 18 games for the Kings, including having a 10-rebound effort on April 8 against the Houston Rockets. "We entered into a mutually agreed upon settlement more than two years ago following the end of our relationship; a settlement that reflected Alexis’ investment of time and support over a number of years as Hassan pursued a career in the NBA," Whiteside and Gardner told The Los Angeles Times in a statement released by his agent. [12], Whiteside was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 33rd overall pick in the 2010 NBA draft. Hassan Whiteside’s polarizing return to Miami perfectly symbolized where the Heat stand since they dealt him last summer. Jason Anderson: The Kings are now listing center Hassan Whiteside out against the New York Knicks due to health and safety protocols. The 182 blocks were also a national record for a freshman in a single season, topping 177 by BYU's Shawn Bradley in 1990–91. "Especially this team (the Clippers)," Whiteside was quick to recall in a postgame interview after his 23 points, 16 rebounds, an [40] On January 4, 2015, he recorded his first career double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks in an 88–84 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Still deal with it from time to time. Hassan Whiteside is the Heat’s franchise center, and he’s paid like it. Karl-Anthony Towns disputes report about his return, Karl-Anthony Towns: This is news to me! [66] On October 30, he tied his career high with 27 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in a 106–99 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Doc Rivers confirms that Ben Simmons does not have COVID. [70] On November 21, in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Whiteside set a career high with 32 points while reaching double digits in rebounds for the 13th consecutive game to start the season. “Florida has been really welcoming to us and we’re so grateful for the hospitality we’ve found in Tampa and at Amalie – we’re living in a city of champions, and we intend to carry on the tradition of winning for our new friends and fans here,” Raptors President Masai Ujiri said. Tatum says he's talked to other athletes who have dealt with similar lingering effects as him after having COVID-19. Try and remember Fall 2014. [49] During his first season with the Heat, Whiteside averaged a double-double with 11.8 points and 10 rebounds per game. What's Happening to Hassan Whiteside's NBA Career with the Miami Heat? They're worried about Turner Sports. [48] He went on to finish fourth in the NBA Most Improved Player Award voting. Whiteside was a marquee free agent in the summer of 2016, when he signed a four-year, $98 million deal with the Heat. Bol had 13 blocks in 23 minutes. [37], On November 24, 2014, Whiteside signed with the Miami Heat. We are not looking to get ahead of anyone. [81] On November 1, 2017, he returned from a five-game absence with a bruised knee and scored 13 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in a 97–91 win over the Chicago Bulls. The child and his siblings are said to have been raised by their mother most … Fans will be offered the chance to take a test mailed to them far enough in advance to get a green light to attend games. Hassan grew up in Gastonia, North Carolina, after being born on June 13, 1989, as one of six children in the family of Hasson Arbubakrr and Debbie Whiteside. Stop it.". Daily testing required, Four guests allowed per person for All-Star participants. Here are the issues with whiteside. So, we can’t complain.”, Spurs announce they are practicing today but that DeRozan (personal reasons) and Gay, Johnson, Vassell, Weatherspoon and White (health and safety protocols) are not with the team and will not travel to OKC, Jrue Holiday did not practice today, according to coach Mike Budenholzer, Julius Erving creates COVID-19 vaccine PSA, #Sixers’ Julius Erving with his COVID-19 Vaccine PSA. Sources describe a number of factors contributing to many players' reluctance to participate, including uncertainty about taking the vaccine themselves. [82] On December 26, 2017, he returned from an 11-game absence with a bone bruise in his left knee and had seven points and eight rebounds in 18 minutes in a 107–89 win over the Orlando Magic. The only player to have more in a Heat uniform is Rony Seikaly, with 12. [56] Two days later, he recorded his third triple-double of the season and fourth of his career with 10 points, 10 rebounds and 10 blocked shots in 27 minutes off the bench in a 98–95 win over the Charlotte Hornets. In the span of a few months, Hassan Whiteside has gone from a valuable starter and elite defender to little more than a role player for the Heat. Whiteside had eight blocked shots in the first half, setting a Heat record for any half; the previous first-half mark was seven by Alonzo Mourning in 1999, while the second-half mark is seven by Whiteside. [9] Whiteside would go on to have two more triple-doubles on the year against the UCF Knights on January 13, and February 27. [41], On January 11, 2015, Whiteside recorded a then career-high 23 points, 16 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks in a 104–90 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. He responded with a career season in … “We’ve had that conversation. On March 2, 2015, Whiteside got into a fight with Alex Len of the Phoenix Suns. When he isnt focused he forces up horrible shots instead of passing out of double teams. As they talked, they discovered they were drawn to the community of a city more than the nightlife or weather. And they’re role models. In 2008–09, he played prep basketball at The Patterson School in Lenoir, North Carolina where he helped lead Patterson to a 34–2 record and a No. He played college basketball for the Marshall Thundering Herd before being selected in the second round by the Sacramento Kings in the 2010 NBA draft. And it’s a beautiful thing that our guys stay in touch with the community. [79] Whiteside finished the season as the league's leading rebounder. Tough break for us, but not near as difficult as [what] many, many, many here in the state of Texas have had to endure. But. ", James Borrego said there is no indication any of the #Hornets have COVID-19. commissioner Adam Silver continued to tell top team executives that the league wouldn't "jump the line" of the general public to get vaccines, but he suggested an optimistic timeline that included the possibility of late March and early April for the start of player vaccinations, Michael Malone said to this point, none of his players have expressed any lingering effects of COVID cases, Jayson Tatum says COVID-19 has messed with his breathing and his fatigue level, Jayson Tatum says COVID has messed with his breathing a bit and there have been some games where he has gotten fatigued quicker running up and down the floor, Jayson Tatum says he's been getting fatigued a little bit quicker than normal after his COVID-19 case. After averaging 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5.5 blocked shots per game, Whiteside went back to North Carolina for the 2007–08 school year and attended Hope Christian Academy (Kings Mountain, North Carolina). For his junior year of high school in 2006–07, Whiteside moved in with his father in Newark, New Jersey, playing at East Side High School. [74] Three days later, he scored 30 points and grabbed 20 rebounds in just 27 minutes in a 125–102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, extending Miami's winning streak to 10. He was spotlighted in the edition of December 28 of ESPN The Magazine's College Basketball column after he amassed 14 points, 17 rebounds and nine blocked shots over 29 minutes in a 60–53 win over the Ohio University Bobcats on November 28. [87] On November 20, he had 21 points and 23 rebounds in a 104–92 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. “There’s no way Bradley Beal’s going to Boston, I’ll just tell you that,” Miller said Friday on Early Edition. Because big, bad Hassan Whiteside is there. [84] Whiteside missed nine games in March with a hip injury. Dr. Leroy Sims: All those things are in play, Sam, because you have people who do know the history. Lillard’s answer was rooted in his core values, which happened to speak to the same qualities that Beal held dear. All 7-foot-6 of that wingspan. Center Hassan Whiteside abruptly left the bench and went to the locker room by himself with less than a minute to go in Miami's 105-90 home loss to Orlando, one that put the Heat's record at 9-14. On March 29, 2010, Whiteside declared himself eligible for the 2010 NBA draft, after Marshall head coach, Donnie Jones, accepted the head coaching job at Conference USA rival UCF Knights. Whiteside also blocked two shots in that game, giving him 300 with the Heat in 94 games, which is the fastest a Heat player has reached the 300-block mark. At 14-22, the Kings are set to be movers and shakers at the NBA’s trade deadline. We do want them to be spokesmen regarding this vaccine, and even though they can’t get vaccinated right now, we hope that they’ll lend support to family members who may be eligible to get vaccinated. He’s also an unrestricted free agent this year. [45] On February 4, he scored a then career-high 24 points on 12-of-13 shooting along with 20 rebounds in a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. [62] The Heat went on to lose to the Toronto Raptors in the second round. The long nights, the loneliness of isolation and knowing his mother was no longer there to help him through it. It depends on the testing they do. [60] He topped that mark on March 28, scoring 27 points in a 110–99 win over the Brooklyn Nets.[61]. Cool to see Jrue Holiday dancing, smiling (behind the mask) and generally interacting and having fun with his teammates. We do want their support. [8] A few weeks later on December 12, Whiteside recorded the Thundering Herd's first triple-double in a 105–54 rout of the Brescia Bearcats, scoring 17 points, grabbing 14 rebounds and blocking 11 shots. [28] He joined Chinese NBL team Jiangsu Tongxi, where in 17 games, he averaged 29.6 points, 16.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 4.3 blocks per game. Heat center Hassan Whiteside abruptly left the bench and went to the locker room by himself with less than a minute to go in Miami's 105-90 home … He also tied his career high with 10 offensive rebounds in the game. [65] In the Heat's season opener on October 26, Whiteside recorded 18 points, 14 rebounds and four blocked shots in a 108–96 win over the Orlando Magic. I am the most genetically close to my mother...nothing was playing in my favor.. mental health is very real. These are some very well-read and savvy guys. In November 2013, Whiteside returned to Lebanon after signing with Al Mouttahed Tripoli. “I want to see it through here,’’ Lillard said. Whiteside came to Marshall University under the radar during the start of the 2009–10 season, but it did not take long for him to make national attention. Dr. Leroy Sims: It does make sense, and what we’re doing on the NBA side is exactly what you indicated. News: 37 minutes ago Whiteside (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.. Big blow to L.A.'s plans to guard Kyrie Irving. [73] On February 1, 2017, Whiteside grabbed his 2,000th rebound in a 116–93 win over Atlanta; he finished the game with 18 points and 18 rebounds. [59] On March 1, he recorded a career-high 26 points and 14 rebounds in a 129–111 win over the Chicago Bulls. Underlying conditions and Covid don’t mix well, One new player tested positive for COVID-19 since February 3. The Portland Trail Blazers won’t be bringing Hassan Whiteside back for 2021, and he still remains unsigned by another NBA team for the new season. [26] In 27 games, he averaged 25.7 points, 16.6 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 5.1 blocks per game. After joining the Miami Heat in 2014, Whiteside was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2016, when he also led the NBA in blocks. Within all of that, there was always going to be skepticism from the public that — whether it was the NBA or other pro sports leagues — the wealthy were going to jump the line (with the vaccine). "It's something I'm working on...it's getting better. COVID did not treat me well whatsoever. Nagging injuries are likely part of the reason, but in general, his play has dropped off quite a bit and his attitude has deteriorated throughout the season. [71] On December 14, he recorded 26 points and 22 rebounds in a 95–89 win over the Indiana Pacers, marking his fourth career 20–20 game. [83] On January 17, 2018, he had a season-high 27 points, 13 rebounds and six blocks to lead the Heat to a 106–101 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. According to one NBA insider, Celtics fans shouldn’t get their hopes up. Hassan Niam Whiteside (born June 13, 1989) is an American professional basketball player for the Sacramento Kings of the National Basketball Association (NBA) . That’s not to say doctors never make mistakes, but there aren’t exactly any league whispers about the Cavs needing to cut ties there. The Heat finished the regular season as the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 48–34 record. As a white man who has learned more and more on this front, I wonder if you think the players’ concerns are born out of the specific history here or is it also a generational thing where guys’ parents told them to be careful with the medical community (without the cultural context)? [42] On January 25, he recorded his first career triple-double with 14 points, 13 rebounds, and franchise record 12 blocks in a 96–84 win over the Chicago Bulls. [54], On January 15, 2016, Whiteside recorded his third career triple-double with 19 points, 17 rebounds and 11 blocked shots in a 98–95 win over the Denver Nuggets. [86] On November 7, he had 29 points, 20 rebounds and an NBA season-high nine blocked shots in a 95–88 win over the San Antonio Spurs. According to ManGamesLost.com, a subscription website that tracks injuries (including illnesses, like COVID-19) across all major sports, the Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers are the two most-injured teams over the last three seasons, One agent who represents players on the Cavs, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said the organization does “a very good job” managing players’ health. https://twitter.com/StevePopper/status/1362163550383443972. [53] His streak ended at 21 after he failed to record a block on December 13 against the Memphis Grizzlies. There will be 250 fans, including families of players. That number will increase to 500, 750 then 10% of capacity on Sunday, Feb. 21, The Knicks have completed plans for fans returning to MSG and will start with the first 3 games beginning Feb. 23.