Whiteside announced Tuesday that he is retiring from basketball, Bleacher Report reports.
Whiteside last played for Puerto Rican club Piratas de Quebradillas but spent 10 seasons in the NBA, with his most recent stint coming in 2021-22 for Utah. Whiteside saw his best years in Miami, where he spent five seasons. In his best campaign in 2017-18, he averaged 17.0 points, 14.1 rebounds and 2.1 blocks in 32.6 minutes across 77 appearances.
... See More... See Less
Hassan Whiteside: Finds work in Puerto Rico
Rotowire
Whiteside agreed to a contract Tuesday with Puerto Rican club Piratas de Quebradillas, GuerraBSN.com reports.
After his contract with the Jazz expired following the 2021-22 season, the 33-year-old Whiteside attracted little interest in free agency over the past several months, so he'll now move on from the NBA for his next opportunity. Given his advancing age, along with the fact that his immense statistical production typically hasn't aligned with his on-court value, Whiteside's NBA career could very well be over. Over parts of 10 seasons in the league with the Kings, Heat, Trail Blazers, Kings and Jazz, Whiteside averaged 12.6 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.2 blocks in 24.7 minutes while shooting 58.6 percent from the field over 511 appearances (332 starts). His best years came in Miami, with whom he earned an NBA All-Defensive Second Team honor in 2015-16.
Whiteside was ejected from Monday's Game 5 against the Mavericks after being assessed two technical fouls, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
Whiteside was forced to hit the showers after getting into an altercation with the opposition during the fourth quarter. The game was already well in hand, so his absence didn't impact the outcome of the contest. Whiteside scored just two points for the fourth straight game and snagged six boards in 13 minutes.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Posts second straight double-double
Rotowire
Whiteside amassed 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-8 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and five blocks in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 137-101 win over the Thunder.
Both Whiteside and Rudy Gobert double-doubled in the blowout win, and Whiteside outpaced his counterpart with five swats. This was the veteran center's second straight double-double, and he blocked four shots in his previous contest against Memphis. Whiteside hasn't reached the 20-minute mark since March 12 but he continues to be a productive rebounder and shot-blocker.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Double-double with four blocks
Rotowire
Whiteside amassed 14 points (7-10 FG, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds and four blocks in 19 minutes during Tuesday's 121-115 overtime victory over the Grizzlies.
Whiteside hadn't offered much in recent games while dealing with a bone spur in his foot, but he pushed through it Tuesday to post easily his best fantasy line since mid-March. The backup big man has a considerably lower fantasy ceiling than he did during his days as a starter in Portland and Miami, but even in limited minutes, he can still be of use to managers in search of blocks.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Minimal role in loss
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) logged 10 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 111-107 loss to the Warriors, finishing with two points (1-2 FG), two rebounds and one block.
After a four-game absence, Whiteside returned to action in his normal role as the Jazz's backup center, but he saw less playing time than usual with starter Rudy Gobert logging 38 minutes. Whiteside will likely be at less-than-optimal health for the remainder of the season while he contends with a minor bone spur fracture in his foot, but the Jazz don't appear to be considering shutting him down.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Cleared to play
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) is available Saturday against the Warriors, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Whiteside returns following a four-game absence. It's possible he'll be on a minutes limit in his first game back, though he rarely sees more than 15-19 minutes while backing up Rudy Gobert.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Questionable Saturday
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Warriors.
Whiteside was diagnosed with a minor bone spur fracture recently, but he'll have a chance to suit up against Golden State. If he's ultimately unavailable, Greg Monroe should see additional run.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: MRI confirms bone fracture
Rotowire
Whiteside's MRI confirmed that he suffered a minor bone spur fracture, and he can proceed with play as long as it isn't painful, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Whiteside's injury is expected to heal on its own, and there are no medical procedures required. This means the center will be able to play as pain allows him to. Expect Greg Monroe to carry the backup center load until Whiteside is able to return.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: To remain out Thursday
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lakers.
Whiteside will miss a fourth consecutive contest as he continues to deal with a right foot sprain. As a result, Greg Monroe should continue to see run as the primary backup behind starter Rudy Gobert. Whiteside's next chance to return will come Saturday against the Warriors.
Whiteside (foot) will not play Sunday against the Mavericks.
A sprained right foot will keep Whiteside on the sidelines for the second straight contest. He was questionable coming in, so it looks like the Jazz will handle his status on a game-to-game basis.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Listed as questionable
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.
Whiteside's injury kept him off the court Friday, but he will have a chance to return to action a couple days later.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Ruled out Friday
Rotowire
Whiteside (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Whiteside is dealing with a right foot sprain and will be forced to miss at least one game. Udoka Azubuike (ankle) is also out, so Juancho Hernangomez and Eric Paschall should see additional run Friday.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Questionable at Charlotte
Rotowire
Whiteside is questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets due to a sprained right foot.
Whiteside presumably suffered the injury Wednesday against the Celtics. With Udoka Azubuike (ankle) already ruled out, the Jazz could be quite shorthanded at backup center, which could result in Juancho Hernangomez or Eric Paschall seeing more time.
Whiteside (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
Whiteside missed Friday's game against the Clippers due to a non-COVID illness, but he'll be back in action Sunday. He's averaged 7.8 points and 8.6 rebounds in 19.2 minutes per game across his last five appearances.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Hassan Whiteside: Questionable Sunday
Rotowire
Whiteside (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.
Whiteside was a late scratch for Friday's game against the Clippers due to a non-COVID illness, and he continues to deal with the issue ahead of Sunday's matchup. If he's unavailable once again, Juancho Hernangomez and Eric Paschall should see additional playing time.
