From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Hassan Whiteside made an impact.
Hassan Whiteside is a former American professional basketball player drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 2010. He gained prominence with the Miami Heat, earning an NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection in 2016, and leading the NBA in blocks the same year. Whiteside also led the league in rebounding in 2017. Later traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, he again led the league in blocks during his initial season. Notably, he also gained experience playing for teams in China and Lebanon before his NBA career.
2009: Made national attention during the 2009-10 season
During the 2009-10 season, Hassan Whiteside gained national attention during his time at Marshall University.
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March 29, 2010: Declared for NBA draft
On March 29, 2010, Hassan Whiteside declared himself eligible for the 2010 NBA draft.
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2010: Drafted by Sacramento Kings
In 2010, Hassan Whiteside was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 33rd overall pick in the NBA draft.
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2010: Drafted by Sacramento Kings
In 2010, Hassan Whiteside was selected in the second round of the NBA draft by the Sacramento Kings.
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2011: Assigned to Reno Bighorns
Between January 1 and February 3 of the lockout-shortened 2011–12 season, Hassan Whiteside was on assignment with the Reno Bighorns.
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July 16, 2012: Waived by the Kings
On July 16, 2012, Hassan Whiteside was waived by the Sacramento Kings.
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December 14, 2012: Acquired by Sioux Falls Skyforce
On December 14, 2012, Hassan Whiteside was acquired by the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League.
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2012: Nassan's Place Incorporated
In 2012, Nassan's Place was incorporated in the state of New Jersey as a non-profit organization.
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January 4, 2013: Traded to Rio Grande Valley Vipers
On January 4, 2013, Hassan Whiteside was traded to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in exchange for Damian Saunders.
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April 2013: Joined Amchit Club
In late April 2013, Hassan Whiteside left the Vipers and joined Lebanese club Amchit Club.
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November 2013: Signed with Al Mouttahed Tripoli
In November 2013, Hassan Whiteside returned to Lebanon after signing with Al Mouttahed Tripoli.
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April 2014: Joined Jiangsu Tongxi
In April 2014, Hassan Whiteside was released by Tripoli and returned to China, joining Chinese NBL team Jiangsu Tongxi.
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November 2014: Joined Iowa Energy
In November 2014, after spending Summer League with the Toronto Raptors and preseason with the Memphis Grizzlies, Hassan Whiteside joined the Grizzlies' D-League affiliate, the Iowa Energy.
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November 24, 2014: Signed with Miami Heat
On November 24, 2014, Hassan Whiteside signed with the Miami Heat.
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2014: Joined Miami Heat
In 2014, Hassan Whiteside joined the Miami Heat, marking a significant turning point in his NBA career.
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January 4, 2015: First Career Double-Double
On January 4, 2015, Hassan Whiteside recorded his first career double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks in a win against the Brooklyn Nets.
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January 11, 2015: Career-High 23 Points
On January 11, 2015, Hassan Whiteside recorded a then career-high 23 points, 16 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks in a win against the Los Angeles Clippers.
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November 1, 2015: Career-High 25 Points
On November 1, 2015, Hassan Whiteside scored a then career-high 25 points in a win over the Houston Rockets.
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2015: Finished as league's leading shot-blocker
In the 2015-16 season, Hassan Whiteside finished as the league's leading shot-blocker and earned selection to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
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January 15, 2016: Recorded third career triple-double
On January 15, 2016, Hassan Whiteside recorded his third career triple-double with 19 points, 17 rebounds and 11 blocked shots in a win over the Denver Nuggets.
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July 7, 2016: Re-signed with the Heat
On July 7, 2016, Hassan Whiteside re-signed with the Miami Heat on a four-year, $98 million contract.
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2016: NBA All-Defensive Second Team
In 2016, Hassan Whiteside was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team and led the NBA in blocks.
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February 1, 2017: Grabbed his 2,000th rebound
On February 1, 2017, Hassan Whiteside grabbed his 2,000th rebound in a 116–93 win over Atlanta.
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2017: Led NBA in Rebounding
In 2017, Hassan Whiteside led the NBA in rebounding, showcasing his dominance on the boards.
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July 6, 2019: Traded to the Portland Trail Blazers
On July 6, 2019, Hassan Whiteside was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a four-team trade involving the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers.
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November 29, 2019: Season-high 10 blocks and franchise record
On November 29, 2019, Hassan Whiteside scored 8 points, secured 15 rebounds, and recorded a season-high 10 blocks. His 10 blocks set a Trail Blazers' franchise record for blocks in a single game.
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November 27, 2020: Signed with the Sacramento Kings
On November 27, 2020, it was announced that Hassan Whiteside signed a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings.
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August 6, 2021: Signed with the Utah Jazz
On August 6, 2021, Hassan Whiteside signed with the Utah Jazz.
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March 14, 2023: Signed with Piratas de Quebradillas
On March 14, 2023, Hassan Whiteside signed with the Piratas de Quebradillas of the Baloncesto Superior Nacional.
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